Poles & Pontoon for a Lazy Sunday Afternoon
Boating on the Lower Withlacoochee River & Lake Rousseau A cluster of confused newbie kayakers congregated in the middle of the river. There were two… Read More
Features
All about Captivating Crystal River
Crystal River is situated around Kings Bay, which is fed by a cluster of more than 30 springs and is designated as a first-magnitude spring… Read More
Enjoying a Waterfall Hike on Florida’s Nature Coast
Sunlight filters through the forest canopy, shining warm rays on the magenta flowers blossoming on the azalea bushes. A squirrel darts across the exposed aggregate… Read More
Floral City Beautification Continues with Water Fountain Donation
A Historic District is a group of buildings united by a historic feature. On December 1, 1993, the Floral City Historic District was designated as a… Read More
Leaving a Natural Legacy in the Family Tradition: Heartwood Preserve
In the late 1890s, an ambitious boy arrived in St. Pete Florida, after traveling from Minnesota with his parents. They established themselves in the area,… Read More
Florida Cracker Resort: a Great Place to Monkey Around
On a quiet corner of the Homosassa River two local families have banded together celebrating “Old Florida” with a goal of preserving the tradition of… Read More
The True Story of Monkey Island
Originally published in 2010. Feature image by Robin Draper. Monkey Island is one of the most unique sights along Florida’s Nature Coast. A small island… Read More
Dive into a Delicious Adventure Scalloping in Citrus County
Folks who love snatching up live, fresh bay scallops from the Nature Coast’s abundant waters are making reservations for the 2021 bay scallop season. Slated… Read More
Converting Trash to Treasure at Pasco’s Recycling Center
Pasco County’s recycling program is the first of its kind in Florida, and it is saving tax dollars and the environment while creating cheaper roads… Read More
Come Be Our Guest: Creating the Cavallo Experience
In 2015, Philip Bomhoff combined his appreciation of Italian culture and old Florida’s tranquility in the creation of Daisy’s All-Natural Blueberry Farm. He originally named… Read More
Shallow Waters-Deep Discoveries on the Weeki Wachee River
A light breeze tickled the leaves of the trees and brushed over my bare arms. Overhead, birds darted across a brilliant blue sky. I could… Read More
Urban Agriculture Movement keeps New Port Richey Growing Healthy
How can you plant one seed and see it grow into hundreds of varieties of plants and trees, bushes, and herbs, produce, duck eggs, and… Read More
Run the Neff Lake Monster at the Spring Lake Memorial Classic on May 29
In 2007, the idea to hold a foot race and fun run/walk in the beautiful area surrounding The Arc Nature Coast’s Neff Lake Campus was… Read More
Hiking Withlacoochee’s Citrus Tract: Discovering the Remnants of Mannfield and Jeep Cave
One of the most popular hiking destinations listed in our 2016 guide “Treasures of the Trails – Hiking, Biking, Birding Citrus… Read More
Central Pasco & Gulf RR brings Joy to All Ages in Crews Lake Wilderness Park
Jeremy Carpenter takes his job as president of the Central Pasco & Gulf Railroad very seriously. Well…sort of. “We’re just a bunch of old guys… Read More
Volunteer Group reaps a Spiritual Harvest
What is the Hernando County Growers Association? It’s not a what as much as it’s “Who.” It’s Homosassa hydroponic farmer George Gifford helping James Tremblay… Read More
Let’s Get Pickin’ and Grinnin’ during 2021 Blueberry Season
Picking blueberries throughout Florida’s Nature Coast is one of my favorite things to do. I look forward to April when the season starts and will… Read More
Watch out for Manatees on the Move
Please slow down and look out for manatees while boating in Florida this spring is a reminder from Florida’s Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission… Read More
Discover the Dragonflies of Florida’s Nature Coast
Dragonflies fascinate me. They seem to materialize out of nowhere and then disappear again. Occasionally, I would see one land on a stick or object… Read More
Hidden Creeks, Secret Springs: A Baird’s Adventure on the Chassahowitzka River
Years ago, our family ventured to the hidden spring on the Chassahowitzka River. My husband and I had paddled an oversized bright-red canoe with three… Read More
Nature Coast Dog Parks bring Joy
Is your Rottweiler rambunctious? Is your poodle depressed? Perhaps they just need to “paws” and reflect. Dogs put on a happy face for their owners,… Read More
Celebrating the Florida Mermaid Trail with its First Anniversary Festival
Have you made it to the Florida Mermaid Trail in the last year? If not, perhaps the best time to check it out is during… Read More
Chinsegut Hill Retreat Experience is Good for the Soul
Just five miles north of downtown Brooksville is a respite on a hill. A place where one can leave their troubles behind without breaking the… Read More
What’s Happening at Homosassa Springs Wildlife Park?
Homosassa’s Main Spring has been attracting visitors to marvel at its clarity and biodiversity for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. This amazing piece of… Read More
Metamorphosis at the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge
Manatees in Crystal River Once the Gulf of Mexico water temperatures drop to a chilly 68°F, Florida manatees flock to Crystal River on Florida’s Nature… Read More
Paddlesport Enthusiasts Unite in New Port Richey
The Cotee River Kayakers Club began as an informal meet-up group for kayakers who enjoy paddling in and around the Cotee River in 2020. It… Read More
2020’s Top 6 NatureCoaster Stories – and our Award Winners
2020 started off with a bang in Florida’s Nature Coast – the Manatee Festival, the Kumquat Festival, the Brooksville Raid, Blues & BBQ Festival, the… Read More
Dunnellon’s Rainbow Springs: Then and Now
A roar filled the air. Torrents of water rushed over the moss-covered limestone rocks, a never-ending cascade into the pool below. Overflowing and spilling over… Read More
Ten Reasons to Love Florida’s Nature Coast
Here are ten reasons we have to Love Florida’s Nature Coast. 1. Beautiful Surroundings2. Small Town Charm3. Abundant Waterways, both salt and fresh4. Interacting with… Read More
Saving Wild Cow Prairie Cemetery History
Written by Della Daughtry Have you ever taken a walk on the Croom Hiking Trail? By starting your hike at River Junction, 5827 SW… Read More