The Weeki Wachee River is an invaluable feature in Hernando County, driving tourism, employment, and renowned for its waterways as a prime recreational destination in addition to being a first magnitude Outstanding Florida Spring.
Join us for the Weeki Wachee River Summit on Friday, May 3rd, 2024, from 9am—1:30 pm at Pasco Hernando State College-- Spring Hill Campus, 450 Beverly Court, Spring Hill, Fl. RSVP at bit.ly/49zRvn3.
The summit is being hosted by a consortium of Hernando County conservation organizations including Sierra Club Adventure Coast Group, Hernando Audubon Society; Florida Native Plant Society--Hernando Chapter; and the Weeki Wachee River Rescue Team.
Hernando County staff, Southwest Florida Water Management District scientists and other agency representatives will provide updates on initiatives to reduce nutrient loading and improve river habitat and water quality. Conservation leaders will discuss the mosaic of remedies currently being implemented and those planned for the future to restore and improve this precious water resource.
If you’re a springs fan or just interested in learning more about the Weeki Wachee River, please reserve now to join us for this important opportunity to garner support, showcase solutions, and ultimately, bring the river back to a sustainable condition. For further information, contact sierraclubadventurecoastcc@gmail.com.
