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 … Continue reading Natural Wonder Meets Old Florida at Tallahassee Museum
The Florida Department of Health in Volusia County has issued a rabies alert for the South-Eastern portions of Port Orange. This is in response to a cat that tested positive for rabies August 8. All residents and visitors in Volusia County should be aware that rabies is present in the wild animal population and domestic animals are at risk if not vaccinated. The public is … Continue reading Health Officials issue Rabies Alert for Port Orange
It’s the most wonderful time of the year again at Wild Florida! From May 23 – 28, Wild Florida will host Gator Week and offer free Gator Park admission to guests who donate any amount toward our Wild Florida Scholarship Fund for Osceola County students. Additionally, as the founders of National Alligator Day on May 29, Wild Florida will also celebrate this special day at … Continue reading Sixth Annual Gator Week Celebration Returns to Wild Florida
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 … Continue reading Hike and Seek: Green Mountain Scenic Overlook and Trailhead – Lake Apopka Wildlife Drive
Photos by Kelsey Walters Growing up, I may have had a slight obsession with mermaids. Ariel was my spirit animal and I wanted nothing more than to live under the sea. It’s no secret that my love for the merfolk lives on today, and I am absolutely thrilled that my infatuation has been passed down to my daughter, Avery. Newly 4 years old, mermaids aren’t … Continue reading Make a Splash @ Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
The inaugural Reel Deal Film Festival was held on September 30, 2021. The festival attracted submissions from over 40 countries and most of the United States. The Premiere Party kick off, A Taste of New Smyrna, screened the world premiere of “My Invisible Husband,” directed by Brent Eite and produced by Shelley Lynch (pictured above). The film shares the story of Shelley’s healing journey after … Continue reading Local Film Now Available for Rental
Photos by Kelsey & Scott Walters You may recall earlier this year, our family visited Wild Florida, just south of Orlando. We had an amazing time there and were thrilled when we were invited back to try out the wildlife park’s newest experience, the VIP Safari Tour. Wild Florida offers the chance to not only see native Florida wildlife, but exotic creatures as well, in … Continue reading Wild Florida: A New Ride on the Wild Side
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 … Continue reading Slither into Summer: The Reptile Discovery Center
Photos by Kelsey & Scott Walters Living in a peninsula like Florida, we are surrounded by water and ocean life, but it’s rare that we get to see the animals beneath the waves face-to-face. The Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium in Sarasota combines adventure with education to provide the opportunity to meet hundreds of marine species from in and around our coastal communities. Mote Marine … Continue reading Somewhere Beyond the Sea
It’s no secret Wild Florida knows a thing or two about alligators. To share this knowledge and passion with visitors, Wild Florida will host Gator Week, May 24 – 29, and offer free Gator Park admission to everyone who brings in spare change. At the end of Gator Week, Wild Florida will also celebrate the inaugural National Alligator Day on Saturday, May 29. In addition … Continue reading Gator Week returns to Wild Florida with free Gator Park admission and National Alligator Day celebrations
