Indian River County, with the towns of Vero Beach, Fellsmere and Sebastian, is filled with natural and cultural wonders, a place for you and your family to explore and learn together. Get Wild in Indian River Set aside in 1903 by Theodore Roosevelt as the first National Wildlife Refuge in America…
Read MoreBy Kevin Mims It's no secret that Florida is one of the most popular destinations for RV'ers, especially in the winter months. RV parks in Florida are easy to find and range from rustic retreats all the way up to high-end private resorts. The typical RV'er is changing, too. More and more, working…
Read MoreBy Brandon D. Shuler Think mountain biking, and Florida may not immediately come to mind. But it should. Florida not only has a vibrant mountain biking community, it also can boast hundreds of miles of mountain bike trails that welcome the beginner and challenge the best mountain bikers in the…
Read MoreBy Jennifer Audette If you could be as high and free as the birds, would you? Could you? Might be worth a try. TreeHoppers Aerial Adventure Park in Dade City wants to give you that sensation. The rest, however, is up to you…
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By Janet K. Keeler Florida is teeming with wildlife, most famously prehistoric alligators and showy long-legged coastal birds. Manatees, dolphins and varieties of sea and box turtles are also among the state’s natural beauties. And, the Atlantic Flyway ecosystem runs through the state, a…
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Biking, camping, canoeing and other outdoor activities mean there's something for every type of nature lover at Withlacoochee State Forest. That old saying, "If you don't like the weather, wait a minute" is true enough of our Florida summers, but any time of year, you could say, "If you don't…
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By Lauren Tjaden Of course there are waterfalls in Florida! They may not be the tallest, but the Sunshine State puts its own, utterly unique and glorious twist on waterfalls, from hidden gems that reveal their splendor beside remote hiking trails to famed favorites that are must-sees. Explore a…
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By Lauren Tjaden It’s called island time for a reason. When you escape onto a tract of land completely surrounded by water, you escape more than the mainland. It might be the sand, sprinkled with shells, or the water lapping the shores, or even the salty sea breeze. But on an island, the pressures…
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From kayaking to deep-sea fishing and other water sports in Florida, the Sunshine State's luxury resorts mix amenities with adventure. You can even end the day with a trip to the spa. By Terry Ward Everything about staying at The Breakers, the legendary Palm Beach resort, is a study in balance --…
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By Kevin Mims We all dream of a little island escape every now and then, when we just need to get away from it all and retreat to nature to rejuvenate and relax. When those times come, paddling peacefully through a scenic island wilderness or walking along a boardwalk over a tangle of mangroves…
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