ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Environmental advocates are raising alarms over a proposed television production that could bring livestock, construction and a large film crew into one of Pinellas County’s most ecologically sensitive parks.
The series, “A Land Remembered” — based on a Patrick Smith novel that follows a family relocating to the Florida wilderness in the late 1800s — is seeking permission to film scenes at Fort De Soto Park, a location known for its pristine beaches and diverse wildlife. But critics say the project could disrupt fragile habitats, especially as nesting season begins.
At the center of the opposition is the potential impact on wildlife. Initial plans, first obtained by Axios, show the production could involve cows, pigs and horses, along with the construction of a temporary fort set…