Author Archives: Beverly Hill

About Beverly Hill

Beverly is a deputy clerk with the Florida court system and is an experienced writer in her free time. Her love of adventure and the outdoors is what fuels her desire to seek out new and exciting things.

How to Choose a Stand-up Paddle Board for the Beginner

  It’s no surprise that more and more people are getting into the sport of standup paddle boarding. It’s fun, great exercise and allows a person to continually challenge themselves as they gain more experience. Many advanced paddle boarders surf, … Continue reading

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Exploring Karick Lake in Blackwater River State Forest near Baker, FL

  Located about 20 miles northwest of Crestview, Florida in Blackwater River State Forest is the 65 acre man-made Karick Lake. This tranquil lake was created in 1965 and then opened to fishing a year later. It has a maximum … Continue reading

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Video: Exploring the Florida Panhandle

  It’s been a rainy weekend on the Emerald Coast so I took the time to create a short 4 minute video highlighting some of the sights along the Florida panhandle. I hope you enjoy it! [amazon_enhanced asin=”0813033381″ /]

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Coming Soon: A Virtual Hike of the Emerald Coast

  If you happened to be on the beaches of the Emerald Coast this past week you may have noticed an odd sight wandering along the shoreline. No, it wasn’t an alien, but in fact was a team working in … Continue reading

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Scalloping for Bay Scallops Along Florida’s Nature Coast

  Each year during the summer months thousands of people flock to Florida’s Nature Coast to enjoy the age-old pastime of scalloping. Some people wade for them, others snorkel. No matter the method of collection, Florida’s bay scallops keep people … Continue reading

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