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Sea Turtle Season: A Lesson in Respect

While walking on the beach with my daughter, I witnessed a rare sight at the Crawford Avenue beach approach in New Smyrna Beach: a massive leatherback sea turtle emerging from the ocean to nest. For several quiet moments, we stood together in awe as the beautiful creature slowly made its way up the sand— a once-in-a-lifetime experience Sea turtle nesting season is underway along Florida’s Read More » Continue reading Sea Turtle Season: A Lesson in Respect

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Fireworks Laws in Volusia County and Florida

All information provided by the county of Volusia, Volusia Sheriff, and Volusia County Fire Rescue Looking for details on 4th of July events? Click here! What’s the law on fireworks in Volusia County? Florida law allows private use of fireworks on Independence Day (Fourth of July), New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day UNLESS a local ordinance says otherwise. Consumer-grade fireworks are banned on Volusia County’s beaches, where they Read More » Continue reading Fireworks Laws in Volusia County and Florida