W. Craig Weyandt

The Merlin Bird ID app, developed by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, is a free, AI-powered tool designed to instantly identify birds in the field via photos, bird calls/songs, or answering a few questions about their appearance.

Thigmonasty is the name given to a plant's reaction to tactile stimulation. Its name comes from the Greek thigganein which means "to touch". Sunshine Mimosa (Mimosa strigillosa) is a native, low-growing, mat-forming, perennial wildflower found throughout most of Florida.

UF IFAS says, “Purple nutsedge, Cyperus rotundus, grows from every possible sunny location with soil. This non-native plant is a rapidly spreading perennial which will take every opportunity to colonize new locations.” I concur!

Florida bobcats (Lynx rufus floridanus) are native, elusive, solitary wildcats, roughly twice the size of a house cat (15–35 lbs), recognizable by their short "bobbed" tail, spotted coats, and ear tufts.

🚨Turf Talk Wednesday night we will be joined by @jbunruh 🚨 Dr. Unruh has been instrumental in developing BMPs to protect Florida’s water quality by reducing nutrient runoff, while also guiding turf managers in complying with Basin Management Action Plans (BMAPs) to maintain high-quality turf in environmentally sensitive watersheds. See everyone at 7pm eastern Wednesday! @FGCSA @TyRobbTurf @BorRazu13

Riviera CC in Ormond Beach is a gem! Family owned since 1953 and the course is in fantastic condition. Get out and PLAY! ⛳️🏌️‍♂️

Sometimes called the 'Nonpareil,' meaning 'unrivalled,' a fair way to describe the unbelievable colors of the male Painted Bunting.

Red-bellied woodpeckers, create brand-new cavity nests every year, while others like northern flickers and red-headed woodpeckers return to the same ones if they can.

A little PSA here… be careful when sending photos to your children, they might use ai to combine your work and your hobby. 🚀

Weed ID Wednesday: White clover is a shallow-rooted winter perennial that’s best controlled in spring—once nighttime temps stay above 50°F. Timing makes all the difference!

“O, Sunlight! The most precious gold to be found on Earth.” ~ Roman Payne.

“No life is or can be self-existent. We depend on each other.” ~ Colonel John Morley.

With all of the bad things that are happening in the world right now, I think we need a message of togetherness and true unity. I believe that starts with personal reflection and then we can find kindness toward each other. ~ Marielle Heller

What is the good of your stars and trees, your sunrise and the wind, if they do not enter into our daily lives? ~ E. M. Forster

There are always some areas of a course that struggle more than others. Being extra protective of your trouble spots during tough winter weather is usually worth the effort. 👉bit.ly/462RAQf

The more I practice the luckier I get. ~ Gary Player

A great New Year's resolution for all golfers is to help make life easier for golf course superintendents in 2026. Here's 5⃣ easy ways to do your part! #GSRRewind 👉bit.ly/3LhZUVc

It's not easy to keep a grass practice tee in good shape. We looked at how patterns of use, the agronomic program, grass selection, and setup strategies can help superintendents get the best results possible #GSRRewind 👉bit.ly/4saRVtx