Florida is flat, there is no way to deny it. Whereas other regions of the United States sport mountains reaching over a mile into the sky, I’m thrilled to find even low-lying hills in our state. That’s one of the many reasons Ravine Gardens State Park strikes a chord in its visitors: two ravines up…
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Florida State Parks – Blackwater Heritage Trail
The Blackwater Heritage State Trail, starting near Milton, FL and continuing 8.1 miles, is the perfect place to take an afternoon stroll. I met my friend Jessica just past 1 p.m., and we vowed to each other that we’d walk 10,000 total steps. Read the rest on Firsthand Florida Fun.
Birding Maine – My Favorite Bird? The Common Loon
As I travel around the United States, I often meet fellow birders and avian researchers. We can gab about species all day long, from secretive marsh birds to colorful warblers to regional endemics. And yet, the conversation always rolls around to the same question: “What is your favorite bird?” My answer always comes easily, and…
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