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Message from DEP Secretary Sole
Dear Web visitors:
Florida’s springs provide some of the most spectacular scenery on the planet. Floridians are fortunate to live in a state with these natural resources that provide habitat for many species and recreation opportunities for residents and visitors. Springs’ refreshing waters have fascinated visitors from around the world and attracted attention throughout our history.
However, many of Florida’s springs and our aquifer are now at risk. Because water is the foundation for life, it is important that we understand the consequences of our actions and the impacts on our water resources.
The Florida Springs Initiative addresses the health of Florida’s springs through scientific research, water quality and biological monitoring, education and outreach, landowner assistance projects and springs restoration. In addition, educational components such as this Web site present in-depth looks at the anatomy of a spring. A better understanding of our springs allows us to better understand how to protect them.
The continued health of the aquifer and Florida’s many springs is directly related to our actions, as individuals, as communities. By taking responsibility for protecting our aquifer and springs, each of us ensures that future generations enjoy the beauty and the benefits of our natural resources.
We hope that you enjoy this web site and come back often.
Sincerely,
Michael W. Sole
Secretary
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