Saturday Jun 5 is National Trails Day, with hundreds of events being held throughout the United States, including here in Florida. I’ll share some specific guided hikes and special celebrations on the blog this week, but to get going tracking down an event near you, check into the American Hiking Society web site

Tripped over a snake on a Florida trail? Stopped in your tracks watching one in the water? We’ve all had these moments that make us wary. The good news is that there are only six species of venomous snakes in Florida, and they’re pretty easy to identify. Especially after you take a look at this [...]

Take advantage of a special offer this Sunday for Mom (and Dad) to enjoy a visit to a Florida State Park with you.
In honor of Mom - and their 75th anniversary - the state parks are offering 75% off the gate fee on Mother’s Day.
There’s no excuse NOT to be outdoors this weekend!
(Psst … they’re [...]

According to the Naples Daily News, two new hiking trails have opened in Conservation Collier lands to the east of Naples.  Both are tiny nature preserves that offer residents  a little immersion into the natural habitats displaced by construction in that part of the Big Cypress Swamp.
Alligator Flag Preserve, with an entrance across from Gulf [...]

Gainesville hikers have a treat on Tuesday, if you’re free to roam: Mitchell Sapp is leading another of his hikes through the southern (hiking only) end of San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park. Given how late our wildflowers are due to the weather this season, it should be very pretty in there.
To join Mitch on [...]