Kicking Off the New Year at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive

Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive is more than just a scenic route – it’s an immersive journey through one of Florida’s most unique ecosystems. So load up the car, bring your binoculars, and start the new year with an unforgettable adventure. After the hustle and bustle of the holidays, our family was ready for a change of pace – something calming, inspiring and outdoors. What better Read More » Continue reading Kicking Off the New Year at Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive

Natural Wonder Meets Old Florida at Tallahassee Museum

Photos and Text by Kelsey Walters The holidays are over, winter break has come to an end, and life is returning to normal after the excitement (and chaos) of the season. If you find yourself in a wintertime rut after all the hustle and bustle searching for something to do, I have just the thing.  Unlike the rest of the country huddling inside away from Read More » Continue reading Natural Wonder Meets Old Florida at Tallahassee Museum

Hike and Seek: Green Mountain Scenic Overlook and Trailhead – Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive 

Photos/Text by Kelsey Walters  Our corner of Florida isn’t exactly known for higher elevations. The coastline is relatively flat and hills in the area are mostly man-made. As you travel further inland, however, the scenery begins to change and rolling hills creep up from the sea level to which we are accustomed.  The area surrounding Lake Apopka, Florida’s fourth largest lake, is a wealth of Read More » Continue reading Hike and Seek: Green Mountain Scenic Overlook and Trailhead – Lake Apopka Wildlife DriveÂ