Mark your calendars — the annual Florida Python Challenge™ is back for 2026! Kicking off on Friday, July 10 at 12:01 a.m., and running until Sunday, July 19 at 5 p.m., registered participants in this year’s Challenge will get the chance to win a share of $25,000 in prizes while removing invasive Burmese pythons from the Everglades and raising awareness about nonnative species.
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The South Florida Water Management District (District) reminds boaters to exercise caution and practice safe boating during the upcoming holiday weekend.
Safety Reminders
Holiday weekends are traditionally a time of increased traffic on South Florida’s waterways. Boaters are encouraged to follow safe boating practices:
WEST PALM BEACH, FL. - Today, the South Florida Water Management District (District) proclaimed May 17-23, 2026, as Water Reuse Week. The District highlighted the importance of developing alternative water supplies to meet the growing demand on our traditional groundwater and surface water sources.
In recognition of World Migratory Bird Day, the South Florida Water Management District is highlighting our year-round work to restore and protect natural ecosystems that provide important habitat for migratory birds as they travel through the region.
DID YOU KNOW: The District supports and improves wildlife habitat through ecosystem restoration and effective land management.