A newcomer's guide to the meaning of Florida's native lingo
Visitors and newcomers to Florida no doubt hear familiar words that have unfamiliar meanings upon their arrival. I know I did. "Hammock" was the first word that confused me. I always knew a hammock was a net bed strung between trees, but in Florida it's also something else. Derived from the Native American word "hamaca," it originally meant "a shady place. Full Story
Grab a paddle at the park
Collier-Seminole State Park offers guided canoe tours for those who want to spend safe, relaxing time in the great outdoors: . Guided daytime trips through a mangrove wonderland along the Blackwater River take place from 9:30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and are ideal for ages 6 and older. This week's tours are Friday, Saturday, Monday and Wednesday, Jan. 30-31 and Feb. 2 and 4. Full Story
Take in a free lecture at Barefoot Beach
Free lectures at the Barefoot Beach Preserve Learning Center take place at 10 a.m. every Saturday. Learn about bats from John Fitch Saturday, Jan. 31; on Feb. 7, Larry Richardson will discuss wading birds. Sponsored by Friends of Barefoot Beach, the informal discussions take place in the chickee hut between the Butterfly Garden and the Cactus Garden. Full Story
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