Category: Outdoor/Camping

Coronavirus, the risks of comparison and a Silver Lining

It’s natural that when we have a new threat–talking about the Coronavirus–that we compare it to something we already know about. But the Coronavirus is very different from the flu that we’re all very familiar with. Different in several important ways. This article will… Continue Reading “Coronavirus, the risks of comparison and a Silver Lining”

A word from Florida’s FWC with Spring on the way

Each year around this time, wildlife obey Nature’s directive to shift back into high gear. And each year, our Fish and Wildlife Commission here in the Sunshine State puts out info so the public can be “springtime savvy” as far as helping critters of… Continue Reading “A word from Florida’s FWC with Spring on the way”

Fort Christmas Park

My fellow outdoor enthusiast and I made another trip to Orange County’s Fort Christmas park a couple of weeks ago. It was another splendid trip, and I did have a chance to take some good photos. When you visit Fort Christmas Park, there are… Continue Reading “Fort Christmas Park”

Blanchard Park and the Little Econ

My traveling companion and I had a marvelous time at Blanchard Park on the east side of Orange County recently. That outing was about ten days ago and it was a great morning in a wonderful and somewhat under-appreciated spot in the Orange County… Continue Reading “Blanchard Park and the Little Econ”

A Quick Look Back Over Some…

I did want to take a quick look back over some of the outdoor fun I had this year. Although I would have loved to have had even more outdoor fun, I had plenty of it in 2019. Less than I’d like but undoubtedly… Continue Reading “A Quick Look Back Over Some…”

Wekiwa Springs in November

My traveling companion and I made a trip to Wekiwa Springs earlier this month. It was a great trip and we enjoyed it immensely. She had not seen it before; had not seen any of our fabulous State Parks here in the Sunshine State… Continue Reading “Wekiwa Springs in November”

Greenways and Trails in Florida

There are so many things to like about this time of the year. For those of us who live in the Sunshine State, one of them is using and celebrating Florida’s Greenways and Trails. Traditionally, October is the month we publicize our trails and… Continue Reading “Greenways and Trails in Florida”

Just As Beautiful As Ever

I did, indeed, make it back to Trimble Park near Mt Dora, Florida this week. I had a reservation for this last Monday and Tuesday. I arrived just at the 2 PM check-in time and had camp set up within an hour or so.… Continue Reading “Just As Beautiful As Ever”

Returning to Trimble Park

I made a camping reservation today to get back to one of my favorite spots to camp in all of Florida. I’m referring to Trimble Park, right were Orange and Lake counties meet. I’ve camped there three times and am delighted to be heading… Continue Reading “Returning to Trimble Park”

Ben’s Gear on the Camping Trail

If you’ve taken a look around here on my blog, you know I love to camp. Some folks are into backpacking and carry everything they need on the camping trail on their backs. I’m going to try that one day. Some folks are into… Continue Reading “Ben’s Gear on the Camping Trail”