People brave the outdoors for various reasons; to impress a new boyfriend, some enjoy fresh air, others are running from law enforcement.
What ever brings you to Florida’s back yard, here you will find bits of advice, stories, and news regarding Florida and all the different ways you can find outdoor adventure.
Florida is known for its natural resources. Swimming, running, climbing and diving are possible all year. So if any if this is what you are looking for, please stay a while.
The summer heat isn’t over. The springs are still a popular way to cool off inland and north central Florida has a variety.
Ichetucknee Springs, in Fort White, allows diving, hiking, kayaking, tubing and swimming. You can not camp at the park, but the spring is one of the cleanest and most beautiful in the area. The park offers a shuttle to bring people back after the float, saving a 20 minute walk.
Photo by Ichetucknee Springs State Park
The state park has stringent regulations about food and beverages; they are not allowed on the water. This also means that drunken visitors are not a problem at the park.
The south entrance charges a fee of 5 dollars per car. Visitors can rent tubes at road-side stations for about 5 dollars. Canoes are available at the park for 5 dollars a person. If you plan to visit the springs more than once, you can purchase your own float at Walmart for between two and five dollars.
