Defend Apalachicola from Oil Drilling

Defend Apalachicola from Oil Drilling

The Apalachicola River is the largest and wildest of Florida's rivers. Its waters support a proud fishing and hunting tradition, and it is considered one of just six major "biodiversity hotspots" in North America.

This river does not belong to an oil company.

Photo: David Moynahan

The Apalachicola River is the largest and wildest of Florida's rivers. Its waters support a proud fishing and hunting tradition, and it is considered one of just six major "biodiversity hotspots" in North America.

This river does not belong to an oil company.

Photo: David Moynahan

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Oil Company Threatens Florida's Wildest River

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  1. The Downriver Project is a coalition of fishermen, hunters, oyster farmers, and faith leaders. If you fit into one of these categories, we recommend mentioning it.
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