The Pinellas County Extension serves as a bridge between the University of Florida's research labs and Pinellas County government. The extension office offers resources to residents on agriculture, plants, and sustainable living. There is also a host of classes for free and at affordable prices. A staff horticulturist is on site to answer questions regarding lawn and garden. This is not just a resource center, the botanical gardens is a great place to spend the afternoon admiring nature and photographing wildlife.