Nibbling Florida’s Wild Edibles with Green Deane
Urban foraging is harvesting free food in urban environments. Not sure if you can eat the weeds in your backyard? Green Deane leads classes in Florida to help students identify wild edibles in their backyards and green (and not so green) spaces.
How I Enjoy the Outdoors with My Dog
In the three years Radcliff has been in my life, I have learned a thing or two. This is how I enjoy the outdoors with my dog.
How I Got Buzzed (by Bees) on My Birthday
Here is a tale of getting a buzz, by bees, on my birthday with an #Airbnb Experience. It was exhilarating yet a little scary, being surrounded by honeybees in Southwest Ranches near Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
Florida Travel: Sunken Gardens, a Paradise in the City
Nestled in downtown St. Petersburg among strip malls is Sunken Gardens, a paradise in the city. The botanical paradise is a living museum and one of Florida’s oldest roadside attractions.
Florida Travel: Exotic Wildlife Refuge in Arcadia
How does Florida continue to surprise me? Earlier this spring I visited an exotic wildlife refuge in Arcadia, complete with lions, tigers, a bear, and more.
This Non-Profit is Inspiring Women to Make Waves in the World of Fishing
Only 19 percent of women who fish see themselves in the sport, which is why this non-profit is inspiring women to make waves.
Florida Travel: Snorkeling in the Manatee Capital of the World, Crystal River
Snorkeling with manatees in Crystal River is checked off my bucket list. “Munch. Munch. Munch.” is what I heard while floating like Superman.
Florida Travel: Quick Visit to Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park with My Dog
It has been years since I last visited the Maclay Gardens. Earlier this spring, I found my way back to Tallahassee to meet with lawmakers and worked in a quick visit to the park, bringing my dog.
Florida Travel: A Walk in the Dark at Chinsegut Conservation Center in Brooksville
Hear all the creatures who chirp, squawk, and bark in the dark during a nighthike at the Chinsegut Conservation Center in Brooksville.
Books to Inspire Young Readers to Protect Water Quality
Today’s youth are tomorrow’s leaders. These three books will inspire young readers to protect Florida’s water quality.
Four Can’t Miss Florida Festivals in April 2019
Florida is a haven for events and something is happening every weekend. You won’t want to miss these four must-attend Florida festivals in April. I’ve rounded up the best events representing the best in the Sunshine State this month. These events are the Sebring Soda Festival, Rock the Ocean’s Tortuga Music Festival in Ft. Lauderdale, Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival in Clearwater, and Cocoa Beach Uncorked.
Florida Travel: Hiking Myakka River State Park’s Deep Hole
I checked something off my Florida bucket list last month by hiking Myakka River State Park’s Deep Hole. Only 30 people a day are permitted access so this journey earned me bragging rights.
Ready to Fly? 5 Popular Florida Zipline Adventures
Looking for an adrenaline rush during your Florida vacation? Here are some popular Florida zipline adventures.