Sustaining water resources is a primary issue facing Florida Extension. The study reported here identified how experience with water issues and familiarity with water policies affected individuals\u27 engagement in water conservation behaviors. A public opinion survey was conducted online to capture Florida residents\u27 responses. The findings indicated experience with water issues and familiarity with water policies were predictors of individuals\u27 engagement in civic water conservation behaviors. Given this, Extension educators developing programs and educational materials about water conservation behaviors should cover information related to water policies because participants will be more inclined to engage if they are familiar with policies
