The typical picture of “buffalo” roaming the great North American plains understates just how far the bison ranged in their heyday. In the 18th century they could be found as far afield as Alaska, New York . . . and, yes, even Florida. So when the Florida park service in 1975 reintroduced a small herd […]
Florida Day Trips
Florida’s Towering Tourist Attractions
Paris, Pisa . . . and Polk County. No visit would be complete without visiting their famous tourist towers. And Florida has not one but three historic towers that draw visitors near and far to experience a bird’s-eye view of the sunshine state. Perched on hilltops along the Lake Wales Ridge (an ancient sand dune […]
The Barberville Yard Art Emporium
The truth is — and the owner of this head-turning marketplace freely admits it — there’s nothing at the Barberville Yard Art Emporium that you need. But on that rare occasion when you’ve got an unusual hankering for a 19-foot aluminum giraffe, monster chicken, dinosaur or life-sized herd of buffalo . . . . Well, […]
Amazing History of Drag Racing at Don Garlits
About the only thing missing from the Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing in Ocala is the roar of engines and the smell of exhaust. What you will find is a comprehensive history of the sport of drag racing curated by the father of the sport, “Big Daddy” Don Garlits.
Endangered Keys: 10 Rare Animals That Make the Florida Keys Home
From Goliath grouper to giant barrel sponges, these endangered animals make the Florida Keys unique. Here’s a quick guide on where to catch a glimpse of these amazing creatures.
These Tallahassee Day Trips Detour from the Beaten Path
From living history to authentic blues — to Florida’s only private Frank Lloyd Wright home — here’s a roundup of Tallahassee’s coolest day trips and off-beat destinations.