Environment References and Education Resources

Orange County Environmental Ordinances are available online at:
https://library.municode.com/fl/orange_county/codes/code_of_ordinances

Land Management and Species Protection:

• Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
• Forever Florida
• Orange County Land Conservation

Hiking and Wildlife Viewing in Orange County:

• Florida Greenways and Trails
• Florida National Scenic Trail
• Great Florida Birding and Wildlife Trail – in Orange County
• Orange County Natural Lands

Education Opportunities:

• Residential Annual Online Fertilizer Training
• Commercial Fertilizer Applicator Training
• Jr. Naturalist Program

The Jr. Naturalist Program provides opportunities for youth, ages 8-14, to learn about nature through outdoor exploration, environmental activities and wildlife interaction. Classes are held on a Saturday once a month from September through May, excluding December, with most classes being held on Orange County conservation properties. All classes are free and open to the public. Registration is required. Space is limited and varies per class.

Volunteer and Intern Opportunities:

• Environmental Volunteer and Internship Program (eVIP)
• Gain work experience with an eVIP Internship
• Sign up for the eVIP monthly newsletter
• LAKEWATCH. Sign up to be a volunteer for Orange County Lakewatch!

Water Protection and Conservation:

• How to Make a Rain Barrel
• Orange County Water Atlas
• Water Less – Get Your Watering Days
• Ways to Conserve Water

Waste Management for Residents:

• Fix It, Don't Pitch It
• Garbage and Recycling Curbside Collection
• Recycling Drop-Off Center Locations
• Household Hazardous Waste

Lake and Water Quality Management

If you would like printed brochures on the following topics, email a request to EPD@ocfl.net.

• Aquatic Weed Control: Triploid Grass Carp
• Best Management Practices for Your Lake (Curb Inlet Baskets)
• Best Management Practices for Your Lake (Hydrodynamic Separator)
• Best Management Practices for Your Lake (Street Sweeping)
• Fertilizer Calculation Sheet
• Fertilizer Management Ordinance
• Fertilizer Management Ordinance (Spanish)
• Help Prevent Water Pollution
• Lakefront Homeowners Handbook
• MSBU / MSTU (Create a taxing district for your lake.)
• Residential Permit Guide for Lakeshores and Wetlands
• Swimming Pool and Spa Maintenance
• Stormwater Pond Maintenance

Pollution Prevention for Businesses

• Carpet Cleaners Wastewater Management
• Compliant Residential Construction Site
• Demolition & Deconstruction Waste
• Florida’s Handbook for Small Quantity Generators of Hazardous Waste
• Generator Improvement Rule
• Fluorescent Lamps Recycling
• Mercury in Your Workplace
• Regulated Waste Surcharge for Businesses
• Retail Fertilizer Poster (English/Spanish)
• Storm Drain Inlet Labeling for New Developments
• Stormwater Pollution Prevention for Restaurants

Environmental Protection Division
3165 McCrory Place, Suite 200
Orlando, FL 32803
Email: EPD@ocfl.net
Phone: (407) 836-1400
Fax: (407) 836-1499

Report Concern/ Violations to Orange County 311

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