The spring trip was up to Fifth Pond and the headwaters of the Saint John River. More than 400 miles long, this waterway rushes from Fifth Pond all the way to the Bay of Fundy. For stretches, it creates a watery border between Maine and Canada. Read the rest at the Natural Resources Council of…
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Florida State Parks – Florida Caverns
I’m not going to lie, I was a little nervous waiting for my cave tour at Florida Caverns State Park. In the past, I have had bouts of claustrophobia, and I knew some parts of the cave were both short and narrow. Read the rest on Firsthand Florida Fun!
10000 Birds – What is the National Bird of Venezuela?
I remember the very first time I saw the national bird of Venezuela. Out of the corner of my eye, I caught sight of a flash of orange disappearing behind a thick layer of tree leaves. Peering upward, I marveled at the stark contrast between the inky black and bright orange feathers, white wing-bars glowing…
E. Zambello Writing and Art 