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Some state parks still feel affects of Hurricane Michael
As National Parks, National Seashores and National Forest reopen after the government shutdown, some state parks remain closed due to Hurricane Michael.
Kayak Buyer’s Guide: It’s personal
The variety and size of kayaks is almost endless, and it’s difficult to decide which yak is best for you. We hope this guide will help you make that decision.
It’s firefly season at Blue Springs. Wait, what’s firefly season?
Blue Spring State Park, home to manatees in the winter and a favorite place for a swim in bracing spring water in the summer, will allow visitors to stay after closing during firefly season through early April. If that took you by surprise, you’re with me. But there is a firefly season and Blue Spring, located 35 miles north of Orlando in Orange City, is firefly central.
9 smartphone apps for exploring Florida
Your smartphone has never had more tools available to explore Florida’s outdoors.
Best Camping Near Tampa Bay: 9 choice campgrounds
We’ve selected nine public campgrounds near Tampa Bay for their scenic beauty, low prices and prime opportunities for hiking, biking, kayaking and canoeing. We think you’ll like these choices.
Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve: Free, wild & five minutes off I-75
Next time you travel Florida’s west coast on I-75, take a five minutes detour in Fort Myers to discover a magnificent slice of old Florida – a 1.2 mile boardwalk through an unspoiled cypress swamp called Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve.
Saturday, Sept. 24: Favorite Florida museums & gardens will be free
Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016, is the day for budget travelers and museum lovers to enjoy Florida museums for free. Some participating attractions normally charge up to $25 admission.
Cedar Key Art Festival, March 24-25, 2018: Small town festival; big-time art
Like Cedar Key itself, the Cedar Key Art Festival is a slice of authentic Old Florida. This historic small town is located on an island on Florida’s Gulf coast, about 60 miles west of Ocala. Its festival attracts serious artists and all the food on festival grounds is made and sold by local non-profits.
