St George Island is a 22-mile long barrier island that offers miles of undeveloped beaches and ample activities to please the entire family. Clear gulf waters are perfect for boating, swimming, sunbathing, shelling and amazing fishing. Wildlife watching is at it’s peak during the summer months when sea turtles and shore birds are nesting on Read More
Spicy Lemonade is a fresh treat for those long, hot Florida days and a powerful internal detox juice. The original “spicy lemonade” cleanse was developed by Dr Elson Haas who considered fasting and juice cleansing the key to good health. You don’t have to abstain from solid foods, however, to enjoy the health benefits of Read More
The first bat house was constructed in 1991 after then-Governor Bob Martinez complained of the odor while attending an event at Griffin Stadium which was home to about five-thousand Brazilian and Mexican free-tailed bats. Using bat excluders which allowed the bats to leave but not return, about three thousand of the colony was slowly captured Read More
Elegant and easy to prepare dinners are possible in an RV. This recipe for Ricotta Butter Pasta is one of my favorites for hosting neighbors at the campground or just a quick, romantic evening by the campfire. The prosciutto is not needed if you are vegetarian. Spaghetti Butter Scallions Lemon Juice Fresh Flat-leafed parsley Prosciutto Read More
Buying your first RV is a momentous occasion and the first step in what becomes a lifelong passion for most. A little self-reflection and pre-planning can help make the shopping process much more efficient and enjoyable. What type of RV is best for you? There are many different classes or types of RVs which can Read More
Considered among the bellwether trade shows in the industry, the Florida RV SuperShow held last week in Tampa enjoyed a combination of great weather and consumer confidence to break records – a strong indicator that the Jacksonville RV MegaShow coming up on Feb. 8 – 11 may draw the largest crowds ever. Just over 73,000 Read More
The Florida Caverns State Park located slightly west of Tallahassee is a must-see stop on your RV tour of Florida. It is one of the few state parks that has dry caves; ie., these are filled with air instead of water so they can be enjoyed without donning a wet-suite. The caverns are so impressive, Read More
Chocolate Paleo Granola is a go-to treat perfect for any active family. It provides lasting energy, curbs your hunger and tastes amazing. This recipe is grain free so it is a great option for people who are gluten-sensitive. Make a big batch before your next camping trip and pre-package in sandwich bags for quick and Read More
Whether you are visiting or live here year-round, Florida boasts numerous coastal hikes to please even the most discriminating adventurer with pearly white sand, liquid horizons, exotic wildlife, historic forts and prehistoric shark tooth hunting. Strap on your hiking shoes, grab some water and sunscreen. Time to take a hike! Caspersen Beach Venice This little-known 4 Read More
Something about the slightly smokey flavor of campfire popcorn really makes for an amazing snack when enjoying the great outdoors. I like to keep a selection of seasonings on hand that enhance the natural woody flavor of the corn. It is amazingly easy to make with some heavy-duty aluminum foil (make sure that it is Read More
