Brevard County Natural Resources Management

06/10/2026

Email from Brevard County Natural Resources Management June 01 to June 07, 2026 Weekly Indian River Lagoon Harmful Algal Bloom Observations in Brevard County Using Remote Sensing Report Date - June 01

06/09/2026

A watershed is the entire area of land that drains to a common body of water. Think of it as a funnel — rain falling anywhere within that funnel, whether on a neighborhood lawn, a parking lot, a rooftop or a field will eventually drain toward the same destination. Even when the land seems flat, small grade changes can carry water long distances.

Much of Brevard County is within the Indian River Lagoon watershed, with western portions of the county draining towards the St. Johns River. This means that land use and everyday habits across our county can influence the health of connected waterways and the lagoon from Titusville in the north to Micco in the south.

In developed areas, the connection between land and water is especially direct. Natural landscapes like forests and wetlands help slow and filter stormwater before it reaches surface waters. In urbanized areas, hard surfaces like roads, driveways, and rooftops prevent water from soaking into the ground, causing runoff to move faster and in greater volumes across the landscape.

Stormwater infrastructure in our area—the drains, pipes, and canals that manage that moving water—often carry runoff to the lagoon or its tributaries without treatment.

This is why what happens on your street, in your yard, and in your neighborhood matters so much to the lagoon. Pollution generated miles from the shoreline can travel through the stormwater system and arrive at the water's edge within hours of a rain event.

Small everyday actions across a watershed can add up over time. Want to learn more? Follow along as we share practical ways to help support lagoon-friendly habits throughout our community. 💙🌿

06/08/2026

☀️ SUMMER SERIES 2026 ☀️

Kick off your Saturday with a cleanup that makes a real impact!

Join Keep Brevard Beautiful at Paddling Paradise on June 13 from 8 AM–12 PM. Volunteers will help remove litter from the waterway and surrounding areas, protecting wildlife and keeping our community beautiful. 🤩

🚣 Kayaks and supplies provided
🍔 Free lunch from Hell ’n Blazes
🎁 Attend all 3 Summer Series cleanups for a chance to win a kayak

Whether you're a longtime volunteer or joining us for the first time, we'd love to have you on the water with us. 🚣‍♂️🌊

REGISTER HERE: https://shorturl.at/0QlZb

06/05/2026

🌱 Start strong. Become a Seagrass Supporter today!

Just like seagrass is the foundation of life in the Lagoon, your Seagrass Supporter membership lays the groundwork for meaningful change.

Your membership helps:
✔️ Educate the community about reducing runoff
✔️ Promote lagoon-safe landscaping
✔️ Advocate for clean water policies

🌊 Benefits:
• Monthly e-newsletter
• Membership sticker

Your voice matters. Be a part of the solution.

👉 Join as a Seagrass Supporter: https://helpthelagoon.org/get-involved/memberships

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

🌍🚴‍♂️ Happy World Bicycle Day! 🚴‍♀️🌿

Let's celebrate the simple, sustainable, and powerful joy of riding a bicycle and how this small act can make a BIG difference for our local environment.

Every time you choose to bike instead of drive, you're not just improving your health - you're helping protect the Indian River Lagoon. 💧🐬

✅ Less traffic = less air pollution
✅ Fewer cars = less runoff into our waterways
✅ More biking = a cleaner, healthier lagoon

The Indian River Lagoon is one of North America’s most biodiverse estuaries — home to manatees, dolphins, sea turtles, and over 4,000 species. Let’s keep it thriving!

So this World Bicycle Day, dust off that bike and ride with purpose.
For your health. For your community. For the lagoon. 🌊💙

Learn about other simple changes you can make to help the lagoon at - https://helpthelagoon.org/how-you-can-help/

06/03/2026

☀️ June is here, and while the Florida heat is turning up, so is our commitment to keeping our waterways clean!

Join us for two opportunities to make a difference this month:

🗓️ June 13 – Eau Gallie East Cleanup at Squid Lips
🗓️ June 27 – SR528 Cleanup at Kayak Beach

Whether you're a longtime volunteer or joining us for the first time, every piece of trash removed helps protect our rivers, lagoon, wildlife, and community.

You'll notice our monthly Bracco Pond Park cleanup with the Cocoa Rotary is taking a summer break due to the heat. Don't worry, we'll be back out there in a couple of months when temperatures become a little more volunteer-friendly!

A special thank you to our June Sponsor of the Month, MBV Engineering 🎉

Since 1983, MBV Engineering has provided comprehensive civil, structural, surveying, and environmental engineering services throughout the Space Coast and Treasure Coast. Their commitment to our community goes beyond engineering projects—they've been incredible supporters of Waterway Warriors and our mission to protect and restore local waterways.

Sponsors like MBV help provide the supplies, equipment, and resources that allow us to continue hosting impactful cleanup events throughout the year. Please join us in thanking them for their support!

📍 Mark your calendars, invite a friend, and let's keep making a difference together.

06/03/2026

Email from Brevard County Natural Resources Management May 25 to May 31, 2026 Weekly Indian River Lagoon Harmful Algal Bloom Observations in Brevard County Using Remote Sensing Report Date - May 25 to

06/02/2026

☀️ Summer is here! ☀️

Whether on vacation or just chillaxing, stick to practicing the 3Rs 😎 The planet thanks you! 🌎 🙏🏼

June Schedule
❌ June 6: Office Closed
❌ June 13: Office Closed
📅June 14: Flag Day 🇺🇸
📅June 19: Juneteenth ⛓️‍💥
✅ June 20: Office Open - 11am to 3pm (closing early!)
📅June 21: Happy Father’s Day 🛠️
📅June 21: First day of summer ☀️
❌ June 27: Office Closed