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Activities, Blog, Travel

Beneath the Sunshine State

Unearthing the Hidden Wonders of the Withlacoochee Cave System Deep within the heart of Florida’s natural wonderland, a subterranean realm of breathtaking beauty and mystery lies concealed beneath the surface. The Withlacoochee State Forest, known for its pristine landscapes and diverse ecosystems, harbors a hidden gem that has captured the imaginations of adventurers and explorers for generations: the Withlacoochee State Forest cave system. While the Read More » Continue reading Beneath the Sunshine State

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Activities, Blog, Travel

From Pets to Protected

The C.A.R.E. Foundation | Apopka, Florida Given our tropical landscape and mild winters, Florida is home to hundreds of animal and wildlife sanctuaries, with good reason. The C.A.R.E. Foundation in Apopka is one such place, but has a special focus on former pets that, quite frankly, had no business being pets. C.A.R.E. was founded in 1996 by Christin Burford with a mission to create animal Read More » Continue reading From Pets to Protected

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DeLand, Travel, Volusia, West Volusia

Slither into Summer: The Reptile Discovery Center

Photos by Scott and Kelsey Walters  Summer is here and for a lot of us, that means more time outdoors, enjoying the beach, springs and waterways while we soak up the sun. Living in a coastal community, it’s easy to forget about Florida’s other non-oceanic ecosystems and the abundance of wildlife we are surrounded with on a daily basis.  The Reptile Discovery Center in DeLand Read More » Continue reading Slither into Summer: The Reptile Discovery Center

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