Love Our Springs?  Take Action Now! 

Introduction

All of us impact the health of our Florida springs through our daily habits, choices and actions. Taking steps, individually and collectively, to ensure their recovery is working toward the long-term success and well-being of our state, our communities (human and non-human), our loved ones and ourselves. Our physical health and the health of Florida’s economy depend upon an ample supply of clean, fresh water.  In this case, “self-interest” benefits everyone.

Child wearing pink swim goggles and floaties sits on an adult’s shoulders in the water, holding a snorkel and looking forward

Photo by John Moran

The Primary Problem:

Excessive water use and over-pumping of the aquifer, pollution, lack of regulatory oversight and political neglect.

The Primary Solution:

Water and land conservation, non-polluting practices and products, citizen-led advocacy, informed political engagement and leadership, and the development of a personal and civic water ethic.

Keep in mind that water quality and quantity are entwined in our karst-based system.  Human water and land use, our daily behavioral choices, and concerted group action hold the keys to the health of our springs and aquifer.

Vote for representatives who are well-informed, actively working with springs scientists and advocates, and genuinely committed to conserving, restoring and protecting Florida’s waters.

Be a visionary.  See sustainable solutions as life-affirming, job-creating opportunities for everyone.  See Florida as a model of clean and abundant water for nature and humans alike.

What we’ve done:

One of the best steps we can take as individuals and citizens is to develop our appreciation for the springs, what they provide, how they function and the problems they face, and then share this insight with loved ones, neighbors and our legislators.

We’re here to help with suggestions drawn from a variety of knowledgeable sources so that you can select the actions that make the most sense for you and your family.

The categories below should make it easier to review your options quickly.

Additional information can be found on the SpringsEternalProject.org Resources pages.

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  • #1-5: What You Can Do

    VISIT, CONSERVE & SUPPORT

    Protecting Florida’s springs begins with connection, conservation, and community action. By visiting these waters, reducing our impact, and supporting restoration efforts, each of us can help safeguard the aquifer that sustains life across the state.

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  • The Vision

    Together, we can restore our springs to their rightful health and beauty.  At the same time, we’re supporting local and state economies, preserving diverse ecosystems, ensuring clean and cost-effective drinking water for all, and giving a gift we cherish—access to one of the most beautiful, unique and valuable water features on the planet—to our children and theirs, for generations to come.

    Ecological conservation makes economic and ethical sense.