I’ve been spending a lot of time in my garden lately, which is great, but also means I’m around a lot of mosquitos. While I encounter mosquitos during many outdoor adventures, I find it extra annoying to get all bit up when casually enjoying my backyard. However, I also don’t want to put on DEET … Continue reading Enjoy More Time Outside With The Help of This DIY Mosquito Repellent
I currently live in a highly developed area of Tampa, Florida and am a good 35 minutes away from any form of wilderness. So, what do I do when I feel like spotting some wildlife but don’t have the time to travel beyond South Tampa? I grab a camera and head to some of the … Continue reading Urban Wildlife Photography – Making the Most of Being a Wildlife Photographer in the City
When walking back from a trail at Circle B the other day, a fellow nature enthusiast asked us if we saw anything interesting. After I responded that we saw gators, eagles, ospreys, and a variety of other animals, he smiled and said, “so the regulars?”. Yep, that’s right — even during the hottest months of … Continue reading Circle B Bar Reserve in the Summertime
When I think about Myakka River State Park, I think of stunning blue water, green canopies, fun trails, and BIG gators. It’s one of my favorite parks in all of Florida, and the area is gorgeous to visit year-round. One reason I often recommend this park is because it’s friendly to visitors of all ages … Continue reading Myakka River State Park in Sarasota, FL
Sure, it gets hot as heck in Tampa. That doesn’t mean you have to barricade yourself indoors, though. There are some great parks nearby that offer plenty of shade, allowing you to better enjoy the outdoors even during a hot summer afternoon. Eureka Springs Conservation Park If you feel like taking a walk through a … Continue reading Shaded Parks Around Tampa, Florida
I love state parks. I especially love Washington Oaks Gardens State Park, which is located right outside St. Augustine, Florida. This particular park is so unique, as it boasts a stunning formal garden and gorgeous views of the Matanzas River. Oh, and did I mention that there’s a beachside section that features incredible coquina rock … Continue reading Washington Oaks Gardens State Park
Whether you live in the Tampa area or are just visiting, you NEED to stop by the Sunday Market at Wat Mongkolratanaram of Florida. Beautiful and unique surroundings? Yep! Friendly people? Indeed! A delicious selection of incredible (and economical) Thai food? Absolutely! Blooming orchids seemingly everywhere? Totally! Some Background Info About Wat Mongkolratanaram of Florida … Continue reading The Sunday Market at Wat Temple in Tampa
We woke up at 4:45 one morning to head out to the trails at Circle B Bar Reserve for a sunrise shoot and hike. If you’ve read my other blog posts, you already know that Circle B is one of my favorite spots in Florida to photograph wildlife, especially alligators. While I’ve hiked the trails … Continue reading Sunrise at Circle B Bar Reserve
I woke up a couple of Saturdays ago and felt like roaming around a garden. I wanted to walk among lush foliage and colorful flowers, listening to the bees buzz from afar. Sunken Gardens is a short drive from our house, so we decided to head there. When we arrived at Sunken Gardens, I was … Continue reading A Colorful Day at Sunken Gardens
When my twin sister asked me where I wanted to go for my bachelorette party, I fairly quickly threw the Naples, FL idea out there. If you’ve read many of my blog posts, you probably already know I love the Naples area. I’ve even written an article about my love for Corkscrew Swamp before, which … Continue reading Hiking at Corkscrew Swamp During my Bachelorette Weekend in Naples
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