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.

The American Green Tree Frog

Posted on April 2, 2012 by Beverly Hill

  The American Green Tree Frog, Hyla cinerea, is one of the most endearing amphibians that a frog lover could hope to have. Kermit the Frog was even modeled after them. Because of their ease of being kept successfully in … Continue reading →

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Kayaking on the Upper Chipola River at Florida Caverns State Park

Posted on April 1, 2012 by Beverly Hill

  The upper Chipola River is an easy out-and-back paddle beginning at the Chipola River Sink boat ramp within Florida Caverns State Park near Marianna. The river’s name comes from the Choctaw Indian language and translates as “sweet water,” and … Continue reading →

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Visit Florida’s Tallest Waterfall at Falling Waters State Park

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Beverly Hill

  Falling Waters State Park, located three miles south of the town of Chipley, boasts Florida’s tallest waterfall at 73 feet. In addition to the waterfall, the park contains several prominent sinkholes, hiking trails, lake and campground. Conveniently located just … Continue reading →

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A Review of Ponce de Leon Springs State Park, Florida

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Beverly Hill

  Note: There may be some slight exaggeration to the Pterodactyl mosquito attack that happened during this particular visit. Normally when I go out to review a location I do my best to sell it in a positive light, however, … Continue reading →

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My First Close Call With an Alligator

Posted on February 18, 2012 by Beverly Hill

  My friends would have you believe that I’m fearless in the presence of alligators, especially when I’m drifting close in my kayak attempting to get that one-in-a-million photograph. Truth be told, I have a very healthy respect for them, … Continue reading →

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