I enjoy introducing people to little gems that showcase Florida… its history, culture, or nature. Last January, I visited Washington Oaks Gardens State Park on my own and posted a blog entry.
I returned there May 02, but this time accompanied by photographers from the Southeast Volusia Camera Club. Our group [...]
I do not consider myself to be an artist. If asked, I would say that I am a scientist, both by inclination and training.
Nevertheless, as a child, I wrote poetry and short stories and have “played around” with photography off and on for most of my life.
Since creativity [...]
Several weeks ago, I was debating (with myself mostly) about whether or not to set up a bird feeder in my new backyard. I was eager to watch and photograph birds as so many bloggers do. I knew that several birds lived not only my yard, but also in dense vegetation [...]
When I received an invitation from the Florida Master Naturalist Program (FMNP) to join a guided hike in the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary, I quickly reserved a spot! Who could turn down a chance to walk through a preserve with such a delightful name?
Would participants, all graduates of one or more modules of FMNP, be [...]
When I heard about Azalea Days, March 14 and 15, at Ravine Gardens State Park, I was off and running. I enjoy taking day-trips in Florida, and this is a park I had not seen. Azaleas and a Ravine? I was intrigued!
The Park brochure explains that the Gardens were developed [...]
