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Enjoying Florida Springs and How to Protect Them When Visiting

Florida Springs are important sources of drinking water, irrigation water, and recreation. They also provide a habitat for a variety of fish, plants, and other wildlife. Florida is home to over 1,000 springs, which are natural outlets for groundwater that has filtered through the porous limestone aquifer that underlies the state. Enjoying Florida Springs Florida… Continue reading

How to Stay Cool Camping in the Summer in Florida

Florida is known for its hot and humid weather, which can make camping in the summer a challenge. However, there are a few things you can do to stay cool camping in the summer in Florida. Here are some tips to help you feel more comfortable: Choose a campsite with plenty of shade. This will… Continue reading

Best Florida State Parks for Kids This Summer

Best Florida State Parks for kids to learn about the importance of our waterways this summer: Silver Springs State Park: This park is home to a variety of wildlife, including manatees, turtles, and alligators. Kids can take a glass-bottom boat tour to see the wildlife up close or go for a swim in the spring-fed… Continue reading

Hiking in Winter Florida

Hiking in Winter Florida Winter is not one of the "prettiest" months to hike in Florida - but the weather is perfect! If you know where to look there are small surprises everywhere! During a recent hike at Brooker Creek Headwaters Preserve we found a number of flowers in bloom. Toothpetal False Rein Orchids (Habenaria… Continue reading

Beyond BOW Ladies Trapping Training

Beyond BOW Ladies Trapping Training We had a great time at the Ocala Youth Conservation Center with the Florida Trappers Association for this years event. The women were all very eager and excited to learn new skills. Below you will find a participant submitted article we received referencing her time at the event. Adventure Hours: Women… Continue reading

Best Beach Camping in Florida

Author: Times Outdoors editor Terry Tomalin has pitched his tent on beaches all over the world. His favorite coastal camp is Polihale State Park on the northwest shore of Kauai, Hawaii, but here at home, he likes Fort De Soto. Florida has dozens of great beach camping spots, and most are not crowded from June… Continue reading