Tag: florida
After the Oil Spill–Enjoying the Gulf Coast
On April 20th, even before our adventure began, our dreams of a beautiful Gulf Coast and wonderful fresh southern seafood were dashed by news reports about the explosion on the Deepwater Horizon oil rig off the Louisiana coast that killed 11 workers and would eventually result in the largest oil spill ever in the U.S. […]
Where the Locals Eat–Manatee Springs, Florida
Way down upon the Suwannee River… is Manatee Springs State Park! Manatee Springs State Park in Florida is home to a freshwater spring where manatees come to munch sea grass every winter before turning around and continuing up the Suwannee River during their annual winter migration north in search of food and warmer waters. Manatee […]
Pirates, Popsicles, and Pizza on the Florida Coast
On the coast of Florida Brian and I made a stop to see my cousins Mariah and Allie! Quick stops in Jacksonville and St. Augustine just gave us a taste for this area. Our guides shared their world with us, getting us excited to visit again. Mariah is a student and surfer in the lively […]
Gone Fishin’ in Stuart, Florida
I have never been much of a fisherman but during our stay in Stuart, Florida I got a chance to try my hand at the reel and really begin to enjoy the leisure, thrill, and fresh fish that this sport brings to the table. During our stay at their home in Florida Amanda’s cousins Katie […]