If you like to drive and being on the open road in a car, then you will love to challenge yourself to ride a motorcycle. At 39 years old, I wanted challenge myself with something new. Why not try to learn to ride a motorcycle and make a special trip on my 40th birthday. So, January 1999 came and the goal was to learn to ride and take a trip from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to Key West Florida on a…
I have never seen such a collection of big beautiful birds! From Hawks to Owls, and Egrets to Pelicans, every bird that calls the Florida Keys home was represented at the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center. If you love birds and you love the Keys, or you just want to learn about the animals and their preservation, you must stop and see the truly amazing collection. The Florida Keys Wild Bird Center, in Key Largo, has a mission other than…
Barefoot Nature Preserve was an unforgettable find. Located in wealthy Naples, Florida, this spectacular Collier County park stands in the midst of luxurious homes. The preserve has a little bit of everything, including a great beach, nature path, lecture halls, educational classes, and backwater canoeing. Our first challenge was finding the park. It is tucked away in a residential neighborhood with a security gate at the entrance. You could be fooled into thinking that you shouldn’t go beyond the gates,…
We returned to Florida in February and traveled up North. We had made friends with someone through the Net and we were invited to stay with them....where? Amelia Island! It has to be one of our favorite places in the State. We loved it. The best way we could describe it to friends back home was that it reminded us of the set in the movie Jaws.....Amityville. Full of old world charm and so pretty. We would certainly recommend a…
Quiet Waters Park is a great place to trail ride for all skill levels of mountain bikers. Falling is expected at some point on most trails, but if you are a novice and watch your speed, you should have no problem managing the trail at Quiet Waters Park. As a self-employed beginner with no health insurance and no interest in breaking an arm or leg, I chose to ride at a reasonable pace and extend my cardiovascular experience. This 3…
An adventure trip for the whole family! The rising sun peaked through the unrestricted shade as the palms brushed gently against the screen of the window; ahh, it was a typical Key West 6:30 am wake up call. It was time for my wife and me to get to the docks for breakfast and a trip snorkeling at the Dry Tortugas. Only if everyday could start with that natural beauty and excitement. We were on our way to the docks…
Driving down historic coastal road A1A, I was determined to get to the United States’ oldest city, St. Augustine. I thought how unbelievable it is that I have lived in Florida for 20 years and never visited this landmark city. The view is quit exhilarating coming from the north down A1A,. You travel over Vilano Causeway, which gives you a great view of the city, and Castillo de San Marcos, the Fort that guards the city. I was excited to…
Well if you are visiting the Orlando Area and your have exhausted the Disney and Universal Theme Parks a great alternative to consider is the renown Busch Gardens Tampa facility. Busch Gardens Tampa is a great place of fun for the entire family. Just over an hour west of Orlando near Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast, you'll find yourself on the edge of Africa at Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay. Whether you are a thrill seeker and love the heart pulsating drops of…
Collier County, located along the “Paradise Coast” of Florida, is among the top tourist beach destinations in the nation, and possibly the world. The county includes the beautiful Macro Island, the wildness of the Everglades, and the mystique of Naples. The area is located at the Southwestern tip of the Gulf Coast. Although Naples is known for its high class shopping, and international cuisine, it is becoming better known for its natural wonders. Its here you can find memorable bird…
Learn what inspired him to make a video teaching divers to be environmentally conscious. For 36 years Homestead resident, underwater photographer and dive instructor Randall Rush has navigated the oceans of the world from below the surface. He has dived the waters off Great Britain, worked as a commercial diver in oil fields worldwide and documented rare archaeological finds in Florida’s waters. Rush has authored several articles that have appeared in newspapers and magazines in the United States and Great…