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Magical Manatee Madness
At the time of writing this article, the West Indian Manatee, and its two subspecies, the Antillean and Florida Manatee, is still listed on the Endangered Species List. There is a current proposal before the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service … Continue reading
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Tagged Crystal River, endangered species, florida springs, kayaking, King's Bay, manatees, snorkeling, wildlife viewing
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Video: Exploring the Florida Panhandle
It’s been a rainy weekend on the Emerald Coast so I took the time to create a short 4 minute video highlighting some of the sights along the Florida panhandle. I hope you enjoy it! [amazon_enhanced asin=”0813033381″ /]
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Tagged alligators, beach, canoeing, destin, emerald coast, florida, florida springs, kayaking, nature, outdoor adventure, rivers, snorkeling, springs, video, wildlife
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A Visit to Pitt & Sylvan Springs at Econfina Creek
Located north of Panama City, Fl, on Hwy 20 in Bay County approximately 8.5 miles east of Hwy 77 lies several points of interest nestled into one small area: Econfina Creek, Pitt Spring, Sylvan Spring group and Williford Springs. 1/4 … Continue reading
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Tagged econfina creek, Econfina Springs, florida springs, kayaking, Pitt Springs, recreation, swimming, swimming holes, Sylvan Springs, tubing, Williford Springs
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Saving Florida’s Natural Resources
For Immediate Release: August 7, 2012 Contact: Eric Draper (850) 251-1301 or Manley Fuller (850) 567-7129 Florida’s Water & Land Legacy Campaign Launches Constitutional Amendment Drive to Guarantee Funding for Environmental Protection in Florida TALLAHASSEE––Aiming to provide a stable, … Continue reading
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Tagged constitutional amendment, environment, Everglades, florida, florida aquifer, florida springs, florida state parks, natural resources, nature, protecting florida's natural resources
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Kayaking on the Upper Chipola River at Florida Caverns State Park
The upper Chipola River is an easy out-and-back paddle beginning at the Chipola River Sink boat ramp within Florida Caverns State Park near Marianna. The river’s name comes from the Choctaw Indian language and translates as “sweet water,” and … Continue reading
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Tagged canoeing, Chipola River, florida, Florida Caverns, florida springs, kayaking, marianna, paddling
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