https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/SeaTurtles/Pages/default.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Carousel Image 1 Sea Turtle 1 Carousel Caption 1 Carousel Image 2 Sea Turtle 2 Carousel Caption 2 Carousel Image 3 Sea Turtle 3 Carousel Caption 3 Previous Next FLORIDA SEA TURTLE SPECIES Sea Turtle nesting season runs from March 1 - October 31 annually. Card Button 1 Fl orida Sea Turtle Species ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/SeaTurtles/Pages/SeaTurtlesOnTheBeach.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Sea Turtles On The Beach Story 1 Nesti ng Sea turtle nesting season in Broward County lasts from March 1 - October 31 each year. The leatherbacks are typically the first nesters to arrive in March, followed by the loggerheads in April, and then the green turtles in June. Sea turtles can be quite ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/SeaTurtles/Pages/ConservationProgram.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Conservation Program Story 1 The Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program (BCSTCP) conducts daily sea turtle nesting surveys from March 1 - October 31 annually. The entire coastline of Broward County from the northern border with Palm Beach County to the southern border with Miami-Dade County, ...
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https://www.broward.org/GoGreen/GreenGovernment/Pages/EnvironmentalProtectionandConservation.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Environmental Protection/Conservation Story 1 First in Flyways The Greater Fort Lauderdale Flyway Cities Coalition, a collaboration of the Nat ureSc ape Broward program, the National Wildlife Federation and 60 community partners, works to improve and expand habitat for migratory and resident wildlife ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/SeaTurtles/Pages/FloridaSeaTurtleSpecies.aspx

Their unique, almost rubbery shell is black with ridges running from head to tail; the flexibility of the leatherback shell allows it to dive deeper than any other turtle species. A flexible shell is important to withstand pressure and avoid cracking at great depths. Leatherbacks dive deep to search for their primary food source: jellyfish. Leatherbacks ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/SeaTurtles/Pages/ReportInjuredSeaTurtle.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Report an Injured Sea Turtle Story 1 The Broward County Sea Turtle Emergency Hotline is 954-328-0 580 T he Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program (BCSTCP) maintains a "Sea Turtle Emergency Response" hotline that is monitored 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. This number is advertised locally ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/SeaTurtles/Pages/InterpretivePrograms.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Interpretive Programs Story 1 The Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program (BCSTCP) promotes sea turtle biology, ecology, and conservation education through outreach events. Educational presentations about sea turtles are given at schools, festivals, public events, summer camps, and other ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/SeaTurtles/Pages/SeaTurtleLighting.aspx

... Photos: A turtle-friendly shielded, amber light and an unshielded, white light that is not turtle-friendly. Credit: Broward County staff. If you or someone you know resides on a beachfront property, there are several measures you can take to lessen the impact of artificial lighting on sea turtles: Turn off unnecessar y lights that are visible from nesting ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/SeaTurtles/Pages/Threats.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Threats Story 1 Sea turtle populations have been seriously reduced globally through a number of human influences including artificial lighting, plastic and marine debris, beach erosion and coastal armoring, and as bycatch in commercial fishing. Other influences include illegal sea turtle shell trade, ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/Pages/Sargassum.aspx

Best management practices recommend that the Sargassum be left in place to benefit the natural ecosystem, and it is typically removed by natural processes like tides. The County speaks to many property owners, residents, and visitors at outreach events throughout the year about the importance of the beach ecosystem, including seaweed. In recent years, the ...
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https://www.broward.org/Awards/Pages/NACO-Awards-2021.aspx

... with Broward County ordinances and to secure the correct property insurance coverage at the most competitive rates. ... Utilizing the new Content Value Capturing Program in conjunction with a new property inspection program implemented in 2020, the Risk Management Division saved Broward County thousands of dollars by reduced property insurance premiums in ...
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Banner Image Missing Sea Turtle Nesting Season Begins March 1 - Lighting near the beach should be "sea turtle-friendly" - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The official start of sea turtle nesting season in Broward County is March 1. Last year, the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program documented more than 3,000 nests on the County's 24-mile coastline (including ...
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Banner Image Missing Sea Turtle Nesting Season Begins March 1 BROWARD COUNTY, FL - March 1 marks the official start of sea turtle nesting season. Broward's beaches are expected to deliver thousands of new hatchlings into the Atlantic Ocean this year. In 2023, Broward County's Sea Turtle Conservation Program (BCSTCP) documented a record-setting 4,785 nests ...
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https://www.broward.org/Commission/District3/Pages/MonthlyMessage.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Commissioner Udine's Monthly Message July 2024 Summer is in full swing! Whether the kids are in camp, you're enjoying a staycation, or traveling on a summer adventure, Broward County has you covered. The Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Port Everglades have many last-minute flights ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...ssageId=11958

Close curtains at night or move interior light sources away from windows Each of the County's coastal municipalities has its own beachfront lighting ordinance, but most generally require property owners to extinguish lights from sunset to sunrise during sea turtle nesting season. More information about your local lighting ordinance and a list of certified ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...ssageId=12122

Banner Image Missing Sea Turtle Nesting Season Began March 1st BROWARD COUNTY, FL - March 1st marked the official start of sea turtle nesting season in Broward County, but turtles don't always play by the rules. This year, Florida documented its earliest nest ever on February 6th in Martin County. Since then, about a dozen nests have been reported in ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...ssageId=12810

Each of the County's coastal municipalities has its own beachfront lighting ordinance, but most generally require property owners to turn off lights from sunset to sunrise during sea turtle nesting season. More information about your local lighting ordinance and a list of certified lighting fixtures can be found by visiting the Florida Fish and Wildlife ...
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Banner Image Missing Sea Turtle Nesting Season Begins March 1 - Lighting near the beach should be "sea turtle friendly" - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - March 1 marks the official start of sea turtle nesting season in Broward County. Last year, the Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program (BCSTCP) documented more than 3,099 nests on the County's 24-mile ...
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Banner Image Missing Sea Turtle Nesting Season Begins March 1 - Lighting ordinances to take effect on the County's coastline - BROWARD COUNTY, FL - March 1 marks the official start of sea turtle nesting season. The Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program (BCSTCP) documented a record-setting 3,650 nests on the County's 24-mile coastline (including the ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...ssageId=14504

The County, together with local municipalities, has helped many beachfront properties implement sea turtle-friendly lighting to reduce impacts to nesting and hatching sea turtles. Each of the County's coastal municipalities has its own beachfront lighting ordinance, but most generally require property owners to turn off lights from sunset to sunrise during ...
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https://www.broward.org/NaturalResources/BeachAndMarine/Pages/Default.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Marine Resources Story 1 The Natural Resources Division, through the Marine Resources Section, is dedicated to protecting Broward's beaches and coastal areas, which provide habitats for a variety of species including threatened or endangered corals, manatees, and sea turtles. To help sustain local ...
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Banner Image Missing 2014 Sea Turtle Nesting Season Ends on a Positive Note - Leatherback nests set a new record statewide - DATE: November 5, 2014 MEDIA CONTACT: Courtney Kiel Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Division PHONE: 954-519-1255 EMAIL: ckiel@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - Broward's Sea Turtle Conservation Program is celebrating the ...
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https://www.broward.org/countyAnnualReport/2018/Pages/FY2018-Awards.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Award and Recognition Highlights Story 1 Broward County won 14 NACo Awards for innovation in County government in 2018 and was recognized specifically for initiatives to promote environmental preservation and conservation; services to help customers connect with their County quickly, easily and more ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Carousel Image 1 Carousel Caption 1 Watch Our STEAM in Parks Video Carousel Image 2 Carousel Caption 2 Watch Our STEAM in Parks Video Carousel Image 3 Carousel Caption 3 Watch Our STEAM in Parks Video Previous Next Schools in Parks Programs Review this document for programs that cover Next Generation ...
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Banner Image Missing Sea Turtles Set Local Records in Broward County - 2016 Nesting Season Ends in Celebration - DATE: December 20, 2016 MEDIA CONTACT: Stephanie Kedzuf, Natural Resource Specialist Environmental Planning and Community Resilience Division PHONE: 954-519-1255 EMAIL: skedzuf@broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - October 31, 2016 officially marked ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Carousel Image 1 Carousel Caption 1 Carousel Image 2 Carousel Caption 2 Carousel Image 3 Carousel Caption 3 Previous Next Quick Links EXCERPTS FROM STATE OF THE COUNTY FY2018 Story 1 The County Annual Report is a yearly progress report of accomplishments, services provided, goals achieved, and ...
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https://www.broward.org/Sustainability/Pages/GoSolar.aspx

... The Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program is an innovative financing option now available for property owners in participating cities. The non-profit Solar and Energy Loan ... are among the most significant incentives at present.) Search the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (Florida and national programs are pre-selected). ...
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https://webapps6.broward.org/...essageId=8691

Banner Image Missing New Sea Turtle Signs Will Educate the Public DATE: April 8, 2016 MEDIA CONTACT: Courtney Kiel Environmental Planning and Community Resilience PHONE: 954-519-1255 EMAIL: Ckiel@Broward.org BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The Sea Turtle Conservancy has awarded Broward County a grant to create and install permanent informational sea turtle signs at ...
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https://www.broward.org/countyAnnualReport/2022/Pages/default.aspx

Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Carousel Image 1 Carousel Caption 1 Carousel Image 2 Carousel Caption 2 Carousel Image 3 Carousel Caption 3 Previous Next Quick Links EXCERPTS FROM STATE OF THE COUNTY FY2022 Story 1 The County Annual Report is a yearly progress report of accomplishments, services provided, goals achieved and strides ...
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Turn on more accessible mode Turn off more accessible mode Story 0 Quick Links Story 1 News Releases Welcome to Broward County's News Center. Bookmark this site and visit often to receive all the latest news from [First Page] [Prev Page] [Next Page] [Last Page] 50 News Per Page * Value must be greater than zero Page 1 of 60 Date Posted Title 6/26/2024 1:11 ...
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