Broward Service Center
Information & Education

Learn about the projects and programs that make a difference in your community, and how you can play a part in preserving our shared water resources.

More information on The Great Water Odyssey and Everglades, An American Treasure Teacher Training Workshops

The SFWMD produces a number of different types of print publications, videos and other materials, which are designed to appeal to varied audiences. Many have been created for the general public. These include newsletters, brochures, fact sheets, posters, maps/recreational guides, videos and presentations.

Some of the most popular are listed below.

WaterWise: South Florida Landscapes - a comprehensive plant guide with landscaping tips and lists of Florida-friendly plants.

Landscape Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Broward County - guidelines for landscape maintenance that keep landscapes visually attractive while conserving our water resources, reducing pollution, and protecting our fragile South Florida environment.

Fort Lauderdale Conservation Flyer

Dania Beach Conservation Flyer

Keeping canal and waterway rights of way (ROW) clear is everyone's responsibility. Learn How You Can Help.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT NEWSLETTER - news and information of interest to Broward local governments.

WaterMatters - a full color newsletter (available in English & Spanish on-line) produced 2 times a year.

Water Shortage Restrictions
Remain in Effect

Residents in most areas are allowed to water from one to two-days-a-week, if needed. Deepening drought makes conservation even more important. more >

Frequently Asked Questions about Water Restrictions

WATER WISELY at HOME: Conservation tips for county residents from SFWMD and Broward water utilities.

SFWMD: Who We Are & What We Do [PDF]

FREE - SFWMD Screen Savers

More Conservation Publications & Links

Best Practices (BMPs) for So. Fl. Homeowners & Landscape Pros - web site outlining a Broward Co. based program with tips for homeowners and landscape professionals.

Replacing trees or plants after the storms? Florida Power & Light offers guidance in planting the right trees in the right places to protect power lines.

An overview of how water resources function in the region:
Water: A Precious Commodity [PDF]
El Agua: Un Valioso Recurso [PDF]

Florida Water Conservation Initiative - State strategies [PDF]

Water Wisely:
Water Conservation Starts in Your Backyard � Presentation for homeowners and community groups [PPT]; Print format [PDF]

The Big Picture

The Ripple Effect covers the latest water news � straight from the source. Updated monthly after Governing Board meetings, the newsletter is emailed to subscribers, and is also available here. Premiering in May 2008, this newsletter replaces the State of the Water Management System and the Greater Everglades Ecosystem eNewsletter.

Ripple Effect Archive

NEW: Everglades Restoration Progress - Quick Facts [PDF] Map of Restoration Progress [PDF]

Know the Flow [PDF]
arrow bullet Conozca el Sistema de Drenaje [PDF]
(A two-sided poster that describes the three levels of flood control � neighborhood, secondary and regional � and offers residents tips for checking/maintaining their neighborhood drainage system.)

SFWMD Facility and Infrastructure Map (two-sided poster) overview [PDF] and detailed insets [PDF]

Full List of General Interest SFWMD Publications

Full List of Educational Resources/Publications - for teachers & students

Exploring Florida - Social studies resources for teachers & students

Click here to order a publication. Please include the title/s of the publication or brochure/s, as well as your name and a street address where you want the publications sent.

Everglades Radio Network - As you drive on I-75, tune in to the Everglades Radio Network and learn about the history, heritage, natural beauty and environmental challenges facing the Everglades, and the creatures that live there.

Glossary of Technical Terms and Acronyms