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Let’s Defend our Water!

Let’s Defend our Water!

On this Giving Tuesday, and through the remainder of 2022, I invite you to join me in becoming a Monthly Defender, supporting our critical water and air testing program. If water is vital for all forms of life and the centerpiece of existence, let’s defend it!

Giving Thanks to our Generous Donors & Followers

Giving Thanks to our Generous Donors & Followers

We thank You for being a part of the Calusa Waterkeeper family, following our accomplishments and investing in our work. Your generous giving allows us to continue our prioritized water and air testing, especially now as dangerous Red Tide appears off the coast in many areas of SW Florida.

Our Thanks To You

Our Thanks To You

At this time of year, when we reflect on our many blessings, we can’t help but think of you, our loyal supporters who have given so much to Calusa Waterkeeper. 

Red Tide Blooms Appearing Along the Southwest Florida Coast

Red Tide Blooms Appearing Along the Southwest Florida Coast

Red tide is appearing up and down the Southwest Florida coastline, so Lee and Collier counties have both issued health alerts for the blooms. They say to stay away from the water, especially if you have breathing issues, and don’t try to remove the dead fish yourself.

Researching the Effects of a Red Tide Bloom

Researching the Effects of a Red Tide Bloom

You don’t have to be in the water or right by a bloom to be affected by it. Research shows you can be miles away and airborne toxins can be present. Manny Aparicio, Calusa Waterkeeper board member explains the effects of a red tide bloom.

Red Tide Getting Worse in Southwest Florida

Red Tide Getting Worse in Southwest Florida

Red tide lines Southwest Florida’s coast from south Lee County into Sarasota. When Calusa Waterkeeper John Cassani sees this, it reminds him of the last time a hurricane came through Southwest Florida. After Irma, a red tide bloom went up and down the coast for about two years.

John Cassani to Retire as Calusa Waterkeeper in 2023

John Cassani to Retire as Calusa Waterkeeper in 2023

It is with heavy, but grateful hearts that we announce the retirement of John Cassani as the Calusa Waterkeeper, effective January 1, 2023. John’s service to the Calusa Waterkeeper organization and the people of Southwest Florida has been immense and cannot be overstated.

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