How to Take a Hike
Following Trail Etiquette When Hiking in Florida
Trail Etiquette Trail etiquette is essential for ensuring a positive and safe hiking experience, not only in Florida but anywhere you might find yourself on a trail. Florida's unique landscape, from the Everglades' wetlands to the sandy trails of its coastal regions and the dense forests of its interior, requires a specific set of considerations… Continue reading Following Trail Etiquette When Hiking in Florida
Be Prepared for Bad Storms When Camping or Hiking in Florida
Be Prepared for Bad Storms When Camping or Hiking in Florida
Florida is a beautiful state with a lot to offer outdoor enthusiasts. However, it is important to be prepared for bad storms when camping or hiking in Florida. About summer rains in Florida: Florida's rainy season runs from June to October. During this time, the state can receive an average of 4.5 to 6 inches… Continue reading Be Prepared for Bad Storms When Camping or Hiking in Florida
Tips to make getting outdoors fun
Tips to make getting outdoors fun
Hiking with Children Tips to make getting outdoors fun for the whole family Soon the sultry days of summer will just be a memory. The pesky insects will tuck themselves away for winter and the trails that we enjoy the most will begin to dry up. This time of year is so hard not to… Continue reading Tips to make getting outdoors fun
October is Wildflower Season in Florida
October is Wildflower Month in Florida
Now is the time to set out on your favorite trail and see what is in bloom because October is Wildflower Month in Florida. Bike, hike or kayak anywhere outdoors this month and you are sure to see an explosion of colors. Gator Creek ReserveĀ  (just to the south of Dade City on 98) has… Continue reading October is Wildflower Month in Florida
Beyond BOW Citrus Loop Backpacking
Beyond BOW Citrus Loop Backpacking February 28th, 2014. Now that you have learned the basics at a BOW ( becoming an outdoors woman) workshop, it's time to put your skills to the test. Trip duration will be determined by group that registers. We are limiting the group to 8 plus 1-2 guides Our plan is… Continue reading Beyond BOW Citrus Loop Backpacking
Brown Bag It
Brown Bag It Whether you are going back to school or heading out with the kids for a hike these bag lunch ideas may come in handy. Below you will find 20 unique upgrades to the brown bag lunches of the past! Do you have one you would like to share? We would love to… Continue reading Brown Bag It