by Calusa Waterkeeper | May 29, 2024 | Press
Originally published on Fox4 by Bella Line on May 29, 2024 Heat that affects more than just the air and land. Codty Pierce, the Calusa Waterkeeper, says his organization has recorded water temps in the low 90s which is rare this time of year. “We’ve seen...
by Calusa Waterkeeper | May 3, 2024 | Press
Originally published on NBC-2 by Muhammad Abdul Qawee on May 3, 2024 Calusa Waterkeeper Codty Pierce responded to a fish kill report at the preserve, he saw a school of fish at least 30 to 40. The smell is still in the air, despite the fish being removed from the...
by Calusa Waterkeeper | May 3, 2024 | Featured, Press
Originally published on Beach Talk Radio on May 3, 2024 Calusa Waterkeeper has announced the start of the “Eyes on Seagrass” pilot program in Lee County, a program developed and managed by Florida Sea Grant in partnership with the University of Florida Institute of...
by Calusa Waterkeeper | Apr 30, 2024 | Press
Originally published on SeaGrant Florida blog by Sarisha Boodoo on April 30, 2024 As for Codty Pierce, he is affiliated with Calusa Waterkeeper, an organization committed to safeguarding the Caloosahatchee River & Estuary in Southwest Florida. Their focus includes...
by Calusa Waterkeeper | Apr 17, 2024 | Featured, Press, Water Testing
Originally published on Fox4 by Andrew Shipley on April 17, 2024 Sea grass is such an important part of our environment here in Southwest Florida. It provides habitat for our fish and food for our manatees. But unfortunately, that sea grass is going away and is being...
by Calusa Waterkeeper | Apr 17, 2024 | CWK Rangers, Events, Press
Originally published in Pine Island Eagle by Paulette LeBlanc on April 17, 2024 On Monday, April 8, the Calusa Waterkeeper sponsored an event at the Saint James City Civic Center, wherein they gave a presentation on the science of oysters and how to build a Vertical...
by Calusa Waterkeeper | Apr 11, 2024 | Events
The program educates and engages the community in the fight for clean water. Calusa Waterkeeper, a leading environmental advocacy organization dedicated to protecting the Caloosahatchee River and its watershed, is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its...
by Calusa Waterkeeper | Apr 5, 2024 | Lake Okeechobee, Press
Originally published by The News-Press and written by Chad Gillis on April 5, 2024 “Along the entire river, flows have reduced dramatically and so what we’re looking for is providing beneficial flows to reduce the potential for algae blooms,” Bell...
by Calusa Waterkeeper | Apr 2, 2024 | Press
Originally published on the Sanibel Captiva Island Reporter, Islander & Current on April 2, 2024 Lee County voters who signed a petition to qualify a proposed “Right to Clean and Healthy Waters” Constitutional Amendment for the 2024 ballot will soon receive a 2026...
by Calusa Waterkeeper | Apr 1, 2024 | Events
Award-winning conservationist and fishing guide Captain Benny Blanco served as guest speaker Calusa Waterkeeper, a non-profit organization dedicated to the protection, preservation, and restoration of the Caloosahatchee River and its watershed, proudly presented its...
