Showing Andrew Around Washington Oaks

Showing Andrew Around Washington Oaks

Andrew and I were on a mission to explore as many gardens and cool nature parks as we could before he took off on his bicycle ride across the country. He had such a great time at the boneyard beach at Big Talbot that I thought it would be fun to show him Jekyll...
Showing Quin Why I Love Ravine Gardens

Showing Quin Why I Love Ravine Gardens

I am pretty sure I had been talking about Ravine Gardens since the day I paid it a visit. It was the first park I really enjoyed. When reading about it a little more I found out it was best to visit the park when the azaleas were in full bloom which was anywhere...
Canopy Walkway at Myakka River State Park

Canopy Walkway at Myakka River State Park

Before I tell you about my 3rd visit to the amazing park, I want to back up and tell you about my 2nd visit. This visit doesn’t get it’s own story because there were no pictures taken, at least none that I can remember. I reserved a spot to camp at the...
Nunan Butterfly Garden

Nunan Butterfly Garden

A Serendipitous Stroll Through the Nunan Butterfly Garden Sometimes the best discoveries are the ones you don’t plan for. While waiting for the native plant sale to begin, Shanda and I found ourselves wandering behind the Mount Dora Library—and that’s when we stumbled...