Brevard County Natural Resources Management

07/29/2026

Email from Brevard County Natural Resources Management July 20 to July 26, 2026 Weekly Indian River Lagoon Harmful Algal Bloom Observations in Brevard County Using Remote Sensing Report Date - July 20

07/28/2026

07/27/2026

07/27/2026

07/24/2026

🌱 SAVE THE DATE! 🌱
Our virtual Native Plant Sale benefiting United Way is coming soon!
🛒 Online ordering will be open: July 27–31, 2026

📦 Plant pickup dates: August 6–7, 2026

📍 Pickup location: 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando, Florida 32822

Choose from a selection of Florida-friendly native plants that support pollinators, conserve water, and thrive in our local landscapes, all while supporting United Way and the important work they do in our community.

More information, plant availability, and ordering details will be announced soon.
Thank you for supporting local conservation efforts and helping us grow a stronger community!

07/24/2026

❓ Myth vs. Fact

MYTH:
“Grass clipings are natural, so they don’t matter if they wash into the storm drain.”

FACT:
Grass clippings may be natural, but they don’t belong in storm drains.

When clippings wash into storm drains, ponds, canals, and other local waterways, they break down and release nutrients into the water. Excess nutrients can contribute to algae growth, reducing the sunlight seagrass needs to thrive.

The good news? Your lawn already knows what to do with them.

🌱 Leave grass clippings on your lawn to naturally recycle nutrients back into the soil.

🌱 After mowing, take a quick pass with a broom or blower to keep clippings out of the street and away from storm drains.

Before you put the mower away, take one last look down the curb. Could any clippings wash away with the next rain?

07/22/2026

07/22/2026

🚨 TWO TEAMS. ONE MISSION. ONE HUGE IMPACT. 🚨

This Saturday, Waterway Warriors and Space Coast Water Sweep are teaming up to tackle one of Brevard County's most important cleanup areas and we need YOU on our team!

💙💛 Together we'll be removing trash from both the shoreline and the water along the SR 528 corridor before it reaches the Banana River and Indian River Lagoon.

The reality is that much of the debris here sits in knee-deep water, where it threatens dolphins, manatees, fish, birds, and other wildlife. That's why we're attacking this cleanup from every angle.

Whether you:
🛶 Paddle a kayak
🚤 Bring your shallow-draft boat
🌊 Wade into the water
🦺 Prefer shoreline cleanup
..there's a place for you!

We'll provide:
✅ Grabbers
✅ Buckets
✅ Gloves
✅ Safety vests
✅ Trash bags

You bring:
✔️ Closed-toed shoes (required)
✔️ Water shoes if entering the water (recommended)
✔️ Your own hydration
✔️ A passion for protecting our waterways

📅 Saturday, July 25
⏰ 8:00–10:00 AM
📍 Kelly Park East
2504 N Banana River Dr.
Merritt Island, FL

⚠️ Please arrive early—we begin promptly at 8:00 AM.

Volunteer with a boat or kayak if you have one or simply bring yourself! Every extra set of hands means more debris removed before it reaches our lagoon.

👉 Register today: www.SpaceCoastWaterSweep.com

⚠️ Important
• Closed-toed shoes are required.
• No children under 12.
• Ages 12–17 must bring a signed Minor Permission Form.

Let's show what happens when our community comes together for cleaner waterways.