Florida's Springs: Protecting Nature's Gems

Explore Florida's springs, some of the world's largest freshwater springs. Here is a well-done site that includes information about threats to these unique springs, natural and cultural history, Florida wildlife, underwater cave systems, sinkholes, and karst geology. Students will enjoy their virtual dive to the depths of Wakulla Spring where wildlife abounds. Sponsored by the Florida Dept. of Environmental Protection teachers can use this site to instruct students about concepts related to watershed protection, geology, hydrology, and environmental stewardship.