Florida Springs

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Wekiwa

Rock

Gemini

Volusia Blue

DeLeon

Alexander

Silver Glen

Silver Springs

Weeki Wachee

Chassahowitzka

Homosassa

Crystal

Rainbow

Manatee

Fanning

Treehouse

Columbia

Poe

Hornsby

Devil's Ear

Ichetucknee

Troy

Peacock

Lafayette Blue

Falmouth

Madison Blue

Wacissa

Jackson Blue

Gainer

Wakulla

These 30 Outstanding Florida Springs have special status and protections. Explore the map above to learn more.

about

the Florida Springs Institute

The Howard T. Odum Florida Springs Institute is a science and education based non-profit organization. Our mission is to to provide a focal point for improving the understanding of springs ecology and to foster the development of science-based education and management actions needed to restore and protect springs throughout Florida.

Springs 101 GUIDE

Springs 101 is a beginners guide to understanding Florida springs. Learn about the water cycle, the Floridan Aquifer, springs flora and fauna, threats to Florida springs, and what’s needed to protect them for current and future generations.

Springs Protection

Why do we need to protect Florida springs? Where are we with springs protection? Who is in charge of managing the health of Florida’s springs? And what can you do to protect them? Dive deeper and learn about the threats our springs face and what can be done to protect them!

Educational Programs

Since our inception in 2010, the Howard T. Odum Florida Springs Institute has been dedicated to educating the public about Florida springs through our educational programs and events. In addition to our calendar of events, our North Florida Springs Environmental Center in High Springs is open to the public during the week and showcases fascinating aspects of the springs. We are also currently working on a proposed Silver Springs Environmental Center at Silver Springs State Park!

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The Land of a Thousand Springs

Did you know there are over 1,000 springs in Florida? Explore them using the Interactive Florida Springs Map.

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Springs Science

Since 2010, the Florida Springs Institute has been establishing and maintaining a quantitative springs baseline by monitoring and reporting water quality and quantity, conducting springs ecological studies, and documenting the overall health of Florida’s spring ecosystems. We share our recommendations and collaborate with individuals, businesses, and government agencies to better protect Florida's springs so that future generations can enjoy them as we have.

Springs From the Air

Get a bird's eye view of Florida's springs!

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This website was developed by the Florida Springs Institute to educate Florida residents and tourists about the Floridan Aquifer and springs.

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About Us

The Howard T. Odum Florida Springs Institute is a science and education based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our goal is to document Florida’s springs and educate the public about the threats that face them in hopes to ensure that future generations of wildlife and humans can enjoy springs.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Florida Springs Institute is to provide a focal point for improving the understanding of springs ecology and to foster the development of science-based education and management actions needed to restore and protect springs throughout Florida.

Visit Us

The Howard T. Odum Florida Springs Institute is located in a historic building on Main Street in downtown High Springs, Florida. We concurrently operate the Florida Springs Welcome Center, which is open to the public! Visit us and speak with a springs expert, or contact us to request a group presentation.

Location

The Florida Springs Welcome Center is located in the springs heartland of Florida, on historic Main Street in downtown High Springs. Look for the Florida Springs Welcome Center sign, designed by Rick Kilby!

(including Kings Bay Spring Group)