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Building Mountain Bike Trails at Whispering Pines Park in Inverness
November 19, 2009

Can you believe it? Soon, Citrus County can add mountain biking to its long list of outdoor recreation opportunities! The construction of a new network of trails for mountain bikes began a couple ... more

Visit the Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium in Fort Myers
November 17, 2009

Did anyone check out the Leonid meteor shower early this morning? I totally didn't hear my alarm go off, so I missed it. I also heard that the cloud cover was too dense in a ... more

Sign Up for the Fifth Annual Joe Bonness Turkey Ride
November 16, 2009

There's a better way to spend the Sunday after Thanksgiving than shopping for Christmas presents. Why not ditch the department-store crowds and work off some of that turkey and gravy with a 10- to 80-mile ... more

Naples Botanical Garden Reopens
November 10, 2009
Great news!

The Naples Botanical Garden is celebrating its grand reopening this Sat., Nov. 14. The garden has been closed for about a year and a half, and has increased in size from a one-acre tract ... more

Free Veteran's Day Admission to Florida's State and National Parks
November 05, 2009

Just a quick note with some good news!

This coming Wednesday, Nov. 11, head to one of Florida's state and national parks and enjoy free admission in celebration of Veteran's Day (except for Skyway Fishing Pier ... more

Calusa Blueway Paddling Festival
November 03, 2009

Whew, I've been doing a ton of paddling lately -- not that it's a bad thing! Recently, I spent a couple of days on the Suwannee River with the Paddle Florida folks and this past ... more

Bonnet House Birding Schedule
October 29, 2009

Educational birding classes and walks at the historic Bonnet House Museum and Gardens have been expanded to include evening sessions this year!

Skilled birders and first-timers alike will appreciate lessons from Paddy Cunningham, ... more

Camping, Kayaking and the Blues
October 27, 2009

Not much to say, really. This is just how things should be.

While the majority of the Paddle Florida folks traveled down the Suwannee River for more than 100 miles, I was only able ... more

Fort Cooper State Park in Citrus County
October 26, 2009

In 1836, soldiers from the First Georgia Battalion of Volunteers found safety from repeated Seminole Indian attacks in a makeshift fort on the shores of Lake Holathlikaha. For 16 long days and nights, 380 wounded and ... more

Mountain Biking at Santos
October 20, 2009

Here's something that might surprise you. The trails at Santos are not just a hot spot  for Florida mountain bikers, they are also a major destination for riders all over the country. When I talk ... more

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Everglades in December
Asked by Gail on October 18, 2009
Q: What is the best way to see the Everglades during a two day period in December?
A: Gail - If you are traveling by car, I'd recommend stopping in at the Oasis Visitor Center on Highway 41. ...read more
Insect Repellent/Sunscreen Combo for the Everglades
Asked by Charles on September 29, 2009
Q: I'm going to be in SE Florida at the end of October, particularly the Everglades. I'm looking for an insect repellent, along with a sunscreen product that can be used simultaneously. If possible, I need a spray for both, safe to use at the same time, and safe for clothing and plastics (will have a digital camera). Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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Hello!

Well, this is an interesting question! You definitely would need both bug spray and sunscreen in the Everglades. As for a ...read more

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