HOMETOWN HERO: Jupiter native advocating to protect wild Florida with fellow UF students

JUPITER Fla. (CBS12) — This week’s ‘Hometown Hero’ is turning a lifelong passion into real action, advocating for legislation to protect Florida’s unique natural treasures.

From the environment to the wildlife that makes it so special, it’s something 19-year-old Merrick Walder has cared about since he was a little boy.

He grew up in Jupiter, spending most of his time outdoors and in the water…

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