Monthly Archives: April 2012

Spring Hike at Hillsborough River State Park

March 2012 I love this time of year! Everything is turning green! Critters are full of energy, mating season is in full swing and the forest is coming alive! Hillsborough River State Park is located about 45 minutes just North … Continue reading

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Spring Arrives at Circle B Bar Reserve

March 2012 Named after a cattle ranch that once existed on this property, Circle B Bar Reserve was acquired to protect the floodplain of the lake and to restore the Banana Creek marsh system. Much of the property had previously … Continue reading

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Becoming an Outdoors Woman (BOW) Ocala

March 9-11, 2012 What a grand event! A place where over 100 women gather to learn new skills, support each other, relax, make friends and grow their self esteem. All of this in only 3 days! I love volunteering my … Continue reading

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Hiking Myakka River State Park – Trailhead to Honore then to Bee Island

Hiking Myakka River State Park-  Trailhead to Honore then to Bee Island March 2012 When Patrick contacted me about taking him and his wife Rachel on a 3 day backpacking trip I was excited but concerned. Did she know what she … Continue reading

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First Time Backpacking

Little Manatee River State Park, February, 2012 I met my clients at 2 pm on a Sunday afternoon at the park trailhead. Two very sweet ladies from Miami and Slovakia wanted to learn how to backpack. Melissa and Allison were … Continue reading

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