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Project will bring reclaimed water to Walden Lake, South Florida Baptist Hospital and the Strawberry Festival grounds
A reclaimed water project funded by the Southwest Florida Water Management District and Plant City will provide approximately 400,000 gallons per day (gpd) to Walden Lake Golf Course, South Florida Baptist Hospital and the Strawberry Festival grounds, which will offset an estimated 300,000 gpd of
Media Alert: Highlands County teachers will tour Charlotte Harbor Estuary
Who: Highlands County teachers and administrators, Southwest Florida Water Management District and Charlotte Harbor Environmental Center (CHEC) staff.
Save big by conserving water outside
Outdoor water use can account for up to 50 percent of water consumed by households, which means it is where water conservation practices can make the biggest impact.
Media Alert: Planting will cap off the District's restoration efforts at Weeki Wachee Springs
Who: Southwest Florida Water Management District staffWhat: The District is installing approximately 3,000 aquatic plants along the Weeki Wachee River headspring.When: Thursday, April 9, 10 a.m.Where: Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, 6131 Commercial Way, Spring Hill
Project will expand reclaimed water use in Winter Haven
A reclaimed water project funded by the Southwest Florida Water Management District and the City of Winter Haven will expand reclaimed water service in the northern service area, offsetting about 454,000 gallons of potable water per day.
District offers top tips for Water Conservation Month
Did you know that a three-person household can save 675 gallons of water a month by simply turning off the faucet when brushing teeth and shaving?
Green Swamp Wilderness Preserve reserved for disabled hunt
The Southwest Florida Water Management District’s Hampton Tract, which is part of the Green Swamp Wilderness Preserve, will be closed to the public April 19-21.
Earth Day Celebration to feature water conservation and Florida-friendly landscaping
Environmentally conscience residents can learn about water conservation, Florida-friendly landscaping and composting at a Haines City Earth Day Celebration.The event, which is Saturday, April 11 from 10am-6pm, is being held at The Health Chic House, 12 N. 5th St. in Haines City.
Community Education Grant project receives statewide recognition
A Sarasota condominium association received statewide recognition for a project it completed with the help of a Southwest Florida Water Management District Community Education Grant.
Online tools helps residents pledge to conserve water
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is unveiling a new tool to help residents determine how much water they can conserve at home.
Online tool helps students pledge to conserve water
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is unveiling a new online tool to help students and teachers determine how much water they can conserve at home and pledge to make a difference.
Media Alert: District installing a pump system at Morris Bridge Sink
Who:Southwest Florida Water Management District staff