Jack Cole: A Visionary Innovator and Passionate Conservationist

Jack Cole: A Visionary Innovator and Passionate Conservationist Jack Cole was a man whose life was a tapestry of innovation, entrepreneurial spirit, and an unwavering love for nature. As I pen this tribute, I’m reminded of the few but profound meetings I had with Jack, a kindred soul whose fiery passion for preserving the natural world left an indelible mark … Read More

What is the “Great Sargassum Bloom”?

3/12/2023 /// Venice, Florida /// What is the Great Sargassum Bloom? UPDATE 3/16/2023 What is the great Atlantic Sargassum belt? Sargassum is a large, leafy brown seaweed that’s abundant in the ocean. Its ability to float comes from the small berrylike orbs sprouting from the plant — gas-filled structures mostly containing oxygen. The seaweed tends to bob around in island-like masses that … Read More