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Jan 6

Senate Bill 738/House Bill 789

The one that would kill environmental lawsuits in Florida What it says "Environmental Management" SB 738 introduced by Senator Danny...

Dec 7, 2023

The “Nestle” Case: December 7 Update on our Seven Springs Legal Challenge

The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) filed the recommended order for our "Nestle" case, recommending the SRWMD approve the permit.

Nov 16, 2023

Saturday, April 6 2024

Silver Springs Half Marathon and 5K Trail Run organized by Sommer Sports, benefitting the Florida Springs Council

Nov 13, 2023

Here's the Sign You've Been Looking For...

Download our blank sign image and add your own message to express how you feel about the over-pumping and polluting of Florida's Springs.

Nov 5, 2023

Saturday and Sunday Jan 13 and 14, Crystal River- Manatee Festival

The Florida Springs Council will be at the Manatee Festival in Crystal River on Saturday and Sunday January 13th and 14th. We will have...

Nov 2, 2023

Strong Fertilizer Ordinances in Florida

A list of counties in Florida with strong fertilizer ordinances including a rainy season ban

Oct 31, 2023

Sunday, Nov. 5, Trinity, FL - Starkey Market Springs Day

Join the Florida Springs Council at Starkey Market Nov. 5 from 12 - 3 p.m. Starkey Market is offering one free beer with a donation of...

Oct 19, 2023

Saturday, Nov 4, Safety Harbor- Crooked Thumb "Sip for the Springs"

The Florida Springs Council and Crooked Thumb Brewery in Safety Harbor are teaming up to protect our Florida springs. Purchase a Florida...

Oct 18, 2023

Fri Oct 27, King's Landing/Apopka 3:00

Even if you don't have tickets you can swing by between 3:00 and 5:00 to chat or pick up Florida Springs Council tee shirts, pint...

Oct 6, 2023

Sun Oct 22, Silver Springs: SPRINGS Witches Paddle

Brew up some magic this October 22nd at Silver Springs State Park! Join the Florida Springs Council for the inaugural Florida Springs...

Sep 15, 2023

Letter to DEP from the Florida Springs Council re: Rule to prevent permits that would harm springs

September 15, 2023 Shawn Hamilton, Secretary Florida Department of Environmental Protection 3900 Commonwealth Boulevard M.S. 49...

Sep 12, 2023

99% of Water Use Permits Approved - Notes from The Water State Film

A Breakdown of Water Use Permitting, Water Management Districts, the "Nestle" Permit and more in Florida (Source - The Water State Film)

Aug 24, 2023

Sat Sept 30, St Pete - Eckerd College: The Water State Documentary 6pm. Free & open to the public

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Eckerd College offers curious adults life-enriching lectures, and experiences. Olli is...