The southernmost of four loop trails in the Citrus Tract of the Withlacoochee State Forest, Loop D showcases rocky limestone karst and rolling sandhill forests.| Florida Hikes
Beginning at one of Florida's largest live oak trees, the Fairchild Oak Trail explores a gradient of habitats above Bulow Creek for two linear miles.| Florida Hikes
Hike the best part of two loops across former ranchland amid scrub, flatwoods, and seasonally wet prairies on this 3.1 mile hike at Micco Scrub Sanctuary.| Florida Hikes
Connect the Florida Trail with a side loop through vast pine savannas, floodplain swamps, and cypress domes for a 15.5 mile loop to camp at Tillman Hammock in Green Swamp East.| Florida Hikes
Forty largely wooded acres within a residential area in Ocala encompass an important piece of Florida history: the site of the first U.S. Army fort built in the state's interior.| Florida Hikes
It seems like a great redemption story: A pastor who stole thousands of dollars not from one—but two churches—spent years in restoration and restitution, then made a new start. This was the case when Jeff Countryman went public about a saga that led him from pastoring churches to practicing repentance. Five years ago, he returned to full-time ministry, and for the last three years served as campus pastor of the Land O’ Lakes location for the Tampa-area Grace Family Church.| The Roys Report
Are you looking for fairytale places in Florida that feel like they’ve stepped out of a storybook? You’re in for a magical ride with these 12 places to visit. From whimsical gardens and enchanting springs to hidden castles, museums, and butterfly-filled conservatories, Florida has more magical places to visit than you might expect. These storybook destinations … The post 12 Fairytale Places In Florida (That You Didn’t Know Existed!) appeared first on Florida Trippers.| Florida Trippers
Loop a mile along a scenic shoreline on Upper Tampa Bay, where Safety Harbor Waterfront Park has an outstanding boardwalk through a mangrove forest and the eastern end of the Ream Wilson Trail.| Florida Hikes
Whether you’re planning a home project, selling a house, or just trying to figure out how much flooring to buy, you’ll need to find the square feet of the room. The good news? You do not need fancy tools or a math degree to figure it out. This guide will walk you through how to […] The post The Easiest Way to Find Room Dimensions in Square Feet appeared first on Tier-1 Pro Inspections.| Tier-1 Pro Inspections
In Central Florida, humidity isn’t just something you feel when you step outside. It often finds its way into homes, too. High indoor humidity can make a house feel sticky and uncomfortable, but it also does more than that. Over time, excess moisture inside can lead to mold, damage to wood and drywall, and higher […] The post When and How to Lower the Humidity in Your House appeared first on Tier-1 Pro Inspections.| Tier-1 Pro Inspections
If you live in Florida, you know hurricane season is part of life. But being used to it doesn’t mean you can afford to get comfortable. Every year, homes across Central Florida deal with wind damage, flooding, and unexpected repairs that could have been avoided with better preparation. This guide walks through how to get […] The post How to Prep and Recover From Hurricane Season in Florida appeared first on Tier-1 Pro Inspections.| Tier-1 Pro Inspections
North of downtown Dunedin, Hammock Park is a 90-acre oasis of green, a wonderland of botanical diversity with a surprising array of habitats along a 2.8 mile circuit of its trail network.| Florida Hikes
At Sawgrass Island Preserve, hike 7.7 miles on multiple loops across uplands along a vast grassy wetland near Umatilla between Lake Yale and the Ocala National Forest.| Florida Hikes
On a 12.2 mile loop at Potts Preserve, cross pine flatwoods and scrub to a scenic jungle of shady hammocks and floodplain forests along the Withlacoochee River in Inverness.| Florida Hikes
So, you’re heading to Tampa? Lucky you! Whether you’re planning a sun-soaked beach getaway, a weekend escape, or a city break, you’ve picked an amazing spot. But let’s be real—packing can be a nightmare when you have no idea what to expect. What shoes to wear for Tampa? What kind of Tampa clothes do you … The post What to Wear in Tampa: Packing List + Tampa Outfit Ideas for Every Season appeared first on Florida Trippers.| Florida Trippers
Discover old-growth forests and strange karst features surrounding Indian Lake - an oddity itself - north of Silver Springs on a 1.4-mile loop hike at Indian Lake State Forest.| Florida Hikes
The best Tampa dog beaches are right here waiting for you. Grab a leash and your pup and enjoy Florida's beaches with your best friend!| Florida Trippers
Looking for the best things to do in Tarpon Springs? You have come to the right place. From popular tourist spots to mouth-watering hole in the wall eateries, you will find it all right here.| Florida Trippers
Discover the best things to do in Lakeland! Enjoy museums, theater, and nature nestled between the collection of lakes that defines the city's culture.| Florida Trippers
Looking for the best beaches in Tampa? On this ist of beaches ranging from secluded islands to popular hotspots are the best beaches in the Tampa Bay area!| Florida Trippers
Are you looking for a list of the best day trips from Tampa? Look no further! This guide has 19 amazing Tampa day trips, all of which are worth the effort.| Florida Trippers
Jeff Rupert during a sound check at Blue Bamboo, “The Boo” has become known as THE place for jazz in Orlando. Photo by Roberto Gonzalez Blue Bamboo Center for the Arts It looks like there’s a happy ending in store for this popular music venue. The year surely didn’t start off that way—not when Blue Bamboo’s husband-and-wife owners, Chris and...| Orlando Magazine
Whether you’re heading to the ballet, a touring Broadway show, a museum or an intimate concert hall, Central Floridians are passionate about the arts. Jennifer McKee introduces you what the big halls have on their schedules this season, while Michael McLeod lets you in on the smaller performance spaces that are hidden gems in our community. Plus, read all about...| Orlando Magazine
OLGA THOMPSON, ©2024 DISNEY, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Country Bear Oscar, below, is one of the newest voices to come to the Country Bear Musical Jamboree, Walt Disney World’s reimagining of the classic Country Bear Jamboree that reopened at Magic Kingdom in July 2024. Oscar holds a plush featuring Big Al, one of Jamboree’s original and most popular characters, who is...| Orlando Magazine
What does it feel like to pet a sloth, capybara and ring-tailed lemur? Find out at ©Wild Florida. Some may feel that the drive-through safari experience provides the ultimate animal encounters—and indeed, having a large, free-roaming beast stick its head in your car for snacks is full of fun and laughs. But that’s only where the animal experiences begin at...| Orlando Magazine
How close do you dare get to an alligator? Closer than you think at ©Gatorland I’ve always loved reptiles and amphibians. I’m sure that’s because frogs, toads and turtles were plentiful in the small Midwestern town I grew up in. I never encountered alligators or crocodiles until I moved down South, but I love to watch these beautiful wonders of...| Orlando Magazine
FUN & LEISURE Art Gallery 1 Mills Gallery millsgalleryoforlando.com 2 Rollins Museum of Art rollins.edu/rma 3 Snap! Orlando snaporlando.com Charity Gala 1 Hats & Heroes Ball—Kids Beating Cancer kidsbeatingcancer.com 2 Ultimate Garden Party—Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida feedhopenow.org 3 White Party—Guys with Ties Philanthropy guyswithties.org Entertainment Experience 1 The Escape Effect theescapeeffect.com 2 Cirque du Soleil Drawn to...| Orlando Magazine
For the first time since 2022, Universal Studios Florida is bringing back daytime parades with a spectacular new addition: the Universal Mega Movie| Orlando Informer
Get ready to scream with excitement as Gators, Ghosts & Goblins returns to Gatorland for its fifth year! Mark your calendars for October 14th, 15th,| Orlando Informer
Looking for the best places to catch a sunset in Clearwater? Look no further! We have options from beaches to restaurants to cruises.| Florida Trippers
Discover Kelly Park and Rock Springs, a true oasis in Central Florida! Make sure to read these tips so you know before you go!| Florida Trippers