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Excerpt from the above site, quote . . . “Fort Caroline memorializes the short-lived French presence in sixteenth century Florida. Here you will find stories of exploration, survival, religious disputes, territorial battles, and first contact between American Indians and Europeans . . . . . Explore life on a nineteenth-century Florida plantation. Discover the stories of the life and times of Zephaniah Kingsley, his African wife Anna, and the hundreds of men, women, and children who were enslaved at the plantation. . . “unquote.
Excerpt from the above site, quote . . . “The river is one of the purest sand-bottom rivers in the nation, making this park a popular place for swimming, fishing, camping, and paddling. Shaded campsites are just a short walk from the river, and visitors can enjoy a picnic at a pavilion overlooking the river. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy strolling along trails through undisturbed natural communities. . . “ unquote.
Excerpt from the above site, quote . . . “a beautifully renovated, two-story house with elegant white columns and wrap-around porch. Surrounded by moss-draped live oaks and ornamental gardens, the Wesley house inspires visions of hoop skirts and landed gentry. The park is part of the estate owned in the 1800s by the Wesleys, a wealthy Florida timber family. In 1963, Lois Maxon bought and renovated the home, creating a showplace for her family heirlooms and antiques. The collection of Louis XVI furniture is the second largest in the United States . . . “unquote.
Excerpt from the above site, quote . . . “one of the few state parks with dry (air filled) caves and is the only Florida state park to offer cave tours to the public. The cave has dazzling formations of limestone stalactites, stalagmites, soda straws, flowstones, and draperies. Florida Caverns is also popular for camping, swimming, fishing, picnicking, canoeing, boating, hiking, bicycling, . . .” unquote.
Excerpt from the above site, quote . . . “sea turtles are nesting and summer is here, there is no better time to enjoy a walk along the sugar white beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Grayton Beach would be the ideal place to bring your family and experience " The Real Florida" . For cabin and camping information . . . “ unquote.
Excerpt from the above site, quote . . . “one of the top rated beaches in the United States. Sunbathing, snorkeling, and swimming are popular activities along the Gulf of Mexico and St. Joseph Bay. From offshore, canoeists and kayakers can take in a superb view of the high dunes and sand pine scrub. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, and bicycling. As a coastal barrier peninsula, St. Joseph provides excellent opportunities for bird watching; over 240 species have been sighted in the park . . . .is considered an index beach for nesting sea-turtles and park rangers are closely monitoring them as they come back this year . . . “ unquote.
Excerpt from the above site, quote . . . “a high bluff overlooks the spot where the Withlacoochee River joins the Suwannee River on its way to the Gulf of Mexico. Vestiges of history in the park show how important the Suwannee River was to Florida history. Along the river are long mounds of earthworks built during the Civil War to guard against incursions by Union Navy gunboats. Other remnants from the past include one of the state´s oldest cemeteries, and a paddle-wheel shaft from a 19th century steamboat. Five trails, ranging from a quarter mile to 18 miles, loop through surrounding woodlands and provide panoramic views of the rivers. . . .” unquote.
Excerpt from the above site, quote . . . “an extremely rare species of Torreya tree that only grows on the bluffs along the Apalachicola River. Developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, Torreya is popular for camping, hiking, and picnicking. Bird-watching is also a popular activity. Over 100 species of birds have been spotted in the park. Forests of hardwood trees provide the finest display of fall color found in Florida. The main campground offers full-facility campsites . . . “ unquote.
Excerpt from the above site, quote . . . “one of the largest and deepest freshwater springs in the world, this park plays host to an abundance of wildlife, including alligators, turtles, deer, and birds. Daily guided riverboat tours provide a closer view of wildlife, and glass bottom boat tours are offered when the water is clear. Swimming is a popular activity during the hot summer months. A nature trail offers a leisurely walk along the upland wooded areas of the park. . . “ unquote.
Excerpt from the above site, quote . . . “A first magnitude spring, over 100 million gallons of water gush forth daily at Manatee Springs. In winter, manatees swim upriver to spend the night in the warm waters of the headspring. Popular for snorkeling and scuba diving, the headwaters of the spring are also a great spot for swimming. The spring run forms a sparkling stream that meanders through hardwood wetlands to the Suwannee River. . . “ unquote.
Excerpt from the above site, quote . . . “sugar white sands and emerald green waters, this former military reservation has over one-and-a-half miles of beaches on the Gulf of Mexico and Grand Lagoon. Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, and canoeing. Two fishing piers, a jetty, and a boat ramp provide ample fishing opportunities for anglers. Two nature trails wind through a rich diversity of coastal plant communities - a splendid opportunity for bird-watching. Those wanting to relax can sunbathe on the beach or enjoy a leisurely lunch under the shade of a picnic pavilion. . . .” unquote.
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Panhandle News
No human mad cow case in Texas panhandle: officials - Reuters
No human mad cow case in Texas panhandle: officials Reuters - CHICAGO (Reuters) - There has been no human case of mad cow disease in the Texas panhandle area in the past month, the Texas Department of State Health ... |
Panhandle Top Athletes- Jeremy Hester - WMBB-TV
Panhandle Top Athletes- Jeremy Hester WMBB-TV, FL - Panhandle Auto Deals: Click and find out how auto dealers throughout the Florida Panhandle are willing to put you in right vehicle, at the right price, ... |
Panhandle Faces Trooper Shortage - Wheeling Intelligencer
Panhandle Faces Trooper Shortage Wheeling Intelligencer, WV - By GABE WELLS WHEELING - The statewide need for West Virginia State Police troopers is most serious in the Northern Panhandle, according to the Wheeling ... Troopers question manpower, allege ticket quotas |
Panhandle Top Athletes- Samantha Rich - WMBB-TV
Panhandle Top Athletes- Samantha Rich WMBB-TV, FL - Source: AP Source: AP Panhandle Auto Deals: Click and find out how auto dealers throughout the Florida Panhandle are willing to put you in right vehicle, ... |
Eastern Panhandle briefs - Hagerstown Morning Herald
Eastern Panhandle briefs Hagerstown Morning Herald, MD - MARTINSBURG, W.Va. - The governing authority charged with overseeing the restoration and redevelopment of the B&O Roundhouse complex in Martinsburg is ... |
Panhandle Top Atheletes-Michael Riley - WMBB-TV
Panhandle Top Atheletes-Michael Riley WMBB-TV, FL - ... his last Southeastern Junior Golf Tour event at TPC Sawgrass, shooting a 69 in the process, and named to the Panhandle Cup Team for the last two years. ... |
Bronchos rout Panhandle State - Edmond Sun
Bronchos rout Panhandle State Edmond Sun, OK - 19-ranked Central Oklahoma opened the 2008-09 season in resounding fashion here Tuesday night with a record-setting 107-40 trouncing of Oklahoma Panhandle. ... |
Panhandle holds fundraiser for school marching band - Evening Sun (subscription)
 Evening Sun (subscription) | Panhandle holds fundraiser for school marching band Evening Sun (subscription), NY - Panhandle, a local roots-rock band, will perform at 7 pm Friday at the Oxford Performing Arts Center at the high school. All proceeds from the benefit ... |
Alternate ambulance station in the works for Saanich panhandle ... - BCLocalNews
Alternate ambulance station in the works for Saanich panhandle ... BCLocalNews, Canada - The union representing BC's paramedics is not impressed with a Victoria building being proposed as a new ambulance station. "The CNIB building is not ... |
Decline of Medicaid Dentists In The Panhandle - KFDA
Decline of Medicaid Dentists In The Panhandle KFDA, TX - Pages of paperwork, rules and regulations are getting in the way of treating Panhandle Medicaid patients. Less than a third of Panhandle dentists treat ... |