Past Articles

 

On this page I’ll keep an updated list of all notable articles by category for easy reference. Feel free to use the website’s search feature if you’re having trouble locating one.

Camping

Hammock Tent Camping for a Restful Night’s Sleep
Visit the Jewel of Panama City, St. Andrews State Park
Exploring Marianna Caverns State Park in Marianna, Florida (see: Destinations)
A Visit to Little Talbot Island State Park, Florida

Cycling

Off-road Cycling Destinations Along the Florida Panhandle
Cycling at Grayton Beach, Fl
Biking and Hiking at Timberlake, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Biking at Blackwater Heritage Trail in Milton, Fla

Destinations

Rocky Bayou State Park, Niceville Fla
Exploring St. Vincent Island Near Port St. Joe, Fl
Find Sand, Sun and Surf on Okaloosa Island
Exploring the Florida’s Panhandle Choctawhatchee Bay
Exploring Florida Caverns State Park in Marianna, Florida
Kayaking in Freeport, Bahama at Lucayan National Park (see: Reviews, Places)
Scalloping in Port St Joe, Fl for Delicious Bay Scallops
Snorkeling With the Manatees of Crystal River, Fl
Kayaking at Morrison Springs in Walton County, Fla (see: Kayaking)
Visit Florida’s Forgotten Coast at Port St. Joe
Kayaking in Marianna, Fla, on Merritt Mill Pond (see: Kayaking)
Kayaking on Western Lake at Grayton Beach State Park, Florida (see: Kayaking)
Kayaking the Chipola River in Marianna, Florida
Kayaking the Suwannee River (see: Kayaking)
Visit Fort Pickens in Pensacola, Florida
Grand Bahama Island Lucayan National Park Caves and Kayak Tour
A Review of Ponce de Leon Springs State Park (see: Reviews)
Adventure at Cloudland Canyon State Park in Northwest Georgia
An Exciting Visit to Cedar Key, Florida
A Trip to Big Talbot Island State Park Near Jacksonville, Fl
Hiking at Suwannee River State Park, Fl (see: Hiking)
A Visit to Little Talbot Island State Park, Florida (see: Camping)
A Short Visit to Glenwood Park in Cinco Bayou, FL
Visit Florida’s Tallest Waterfall at Falling Waters State Park
Exploring Henderson Beach State Park in Destin, Fl
Exploring Historical Torreya State Park on the Apalachicola River Bluffs
Wakulla Springs State Park and River Boat Cruise (see: Reviews)
A Visit to Ochlockonee River State Park
Surfing and Paddle Boarding on Okaloosa Island
Urban Adventure at Ferry Park in Fort Walton Beach
Turkey Creek Boardwalk and Boggy Bayou Nature Trail
A Visit to Eden Gardens State Park
A Visit to Gulf Islands National Seashore, Davis Bayou, Ocean Springs, MS
A Visit to Pitt & Sylvan Springs at Econfina Creek
A Visit to Harry A Laird City Park in Freeport, FL
Alaqua Creek Park near Freeport, FL

Hiking

Hiking Florida’s Hill Country: Apalachicola River Bluffs at Torreya State Park
Hiking the Florida Trail: Titi, Catface and Alaqua Sections
Biking and Hiking at Timberlake, Fort Walton Beach, Fl (see: Cycling)
Exploring Marianna Caverns State Park in Marianna, Florida (see: Destinations)
Hiking at Krul Lake in Blackwater State Forest (see: Reviews)
Hiking Trails Near Fort Walton Beach, FL
Hiking the Appalachian Trail in Northern Geogia
Visit Fort Pickens in Pensacola, Florida (see: Destinations)
Hiking the Dutch-Tieman Trail at Pine Log State Forest Near Ebro, FL
Adventure at Cloudland Canyon State Park in Northwest Georgia (see: Destinations)
Hiking at Suwannee River State Park, Florida
Hiking at Leon Sinks Geological Area
Hiking the Upper Econfina Creek Trail

Kayaking

Float and Paddle Trips on Econfina Creek, Florida
Kayaking in Niceville, Florida on Turkey Creek
Canoeing on Florida’s Blackwater River
Standup Paddle Boarding on the Emerald Coast
Canoeing the Chipola River at Marianna, Fl from Yancey to Magnolia Bridges
Exploring Marianna Caverns State Park in Marianna, Florida (see: Destinations)
Kayaking in Freeport, Bahamas at Lucayan Nattional Park (see: Reviews, Places)
Kayaking on Boiling Creek in Northwest Florida
Kayaking on Florida’s Titi Creek, Eglin AFB
Kayaking on Big Juniper Creek in the Florida Panhandle
Kayaking on Holmes Creek Near Vernon, Florida
Chipola River – Peacock Landing to Look & Tremble Rapids(see: Reviews, Places)
Introduction to Stand-up Paddle Boarding
Kayaking at Morrison Springs in Walton County, Fla
Plan a Float Trip Along the Shoal River Near Crestview, Fla
Kayaking and Canoeing Safety; (See: Tips & Techniques)
Kayaking on Florida’s Silver River and Silver Springs
Kayaking and Canoeing on Alexander Creek and Springs Near Ocala, Florida
Kayaking and Canoeing With Your Dog Safely; (See: Tips & Techniques)
Kayaking on Western Lake at Grayton Beach State Park, Florida
Kayaking in Marianna, Fla, on Merritt Mill Pond
Kayaking With Alligators
Kayaking on Florida’s Perdido River Near Pensacola
Kayaking on the Yellow River in the Florida Panhandle
Canoeing on Rocky Creek and Rocky Bayou, Niceville, Fla
Kayaking Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season
Kayaking at St. Vincent Island on Florida’s Forgotten Coast
Kayaking With the Manatees at Three Sisters Springs in Crystal River, Florida
Kayaking the Suwannee River
Misadventures in Kayaking (See: Tips & Techniques)
Kayaking on the Choctawhatchee River
Kayaking on the Chassahowitzka River Along Florida’s Nature Coast
Kayaking on the Rainbow River in Dunnellon, Florida
Planning Your Kayaking Trip to Florida
Kayaking on the Upper Chipola River at Florida State Park
An Exciting Visit to Cedar Key, Florida (see: Destinations)
Stand Up Paddle Boarding for the Beginner (see: Tips & Techniques)
Kayaking With Confidence: How to Handle a Capsize (see: Tips & Techniques)
How to Prevent Your Kayak or SUP From Being Stolen (see: Tips & Techniques)
Surfing and Paddle Boarding on Okaloosa Island
Kayaking at the 2012 Paddler’s Rendezvous in Marianna, FL (see: Reviews)
Kayaking on Dry Creek near Marianna, FL

Reviews
Deep Sea Fishing With Swoop Charters
A Visit to St. Vincent Island
Hiking at Krul Lake in Blackwater State Forest
Kayaking on Merritt Mill Pond Near Marianna, Fl
Portage Purgatory: Five Runs, Conecuh National Forest, Ala
Paddling on the Perdido River Near Pensacola, Florida
Review of the Harmony High Volume Sea Kayak Bilge Pump
Kayaking in Freeport, Grand Bahama Island
Review of Little Boiling Creek in the Florida Panhandle
Snorkeling With the Manatees of Crystal River
Chipola River Peacock Landing to Look and Tremble Rapids
Deep Sea Fishing in Destin, Florida
Kayaking & Canoeing on Alexander Creek and Springs Near Ocala, Florida
Canon Powershot D10 Digital Camera Review of Canon’s Waterproof 12.1 Megapixel Camera
September Paddle on Boiling Creek
What Type of Kayak Should I Buy?
A Review of Ponce de Leon Springs State Park, Florida
My First Close Call With an Alligator
A Review of the Parana Paddle
A Review of the Destin Dog Park
A Review of Wakulla Springs State Park and River Boat Cruise
Kayaking at the 2012 Paddler’s Rendezvous in Marianna, FL
A Review of the Malone Telos Load Assist Module for Malone Autoloader Kayak Carrier
A Trip to Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom
A Review of the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World
A Review of Epcot at Walt Disney World
A Review of Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Turkey Creek Revisited in Niceville, FL

Tips & Techniques
Foot Care While Hiking
Taking the Itch Out of Annoying Chiggar Bites
Dehydration Dangers on the Water
Kayaking and Canoeing Safety
Kayaking and Canoeing With Your Dog Safely
Seventy Percent of Drownees are Adults
Cold Weather Gear Tips to Keep You Paddling Year Round
Misadventures in Kayaking
Stand Up Paddle Boarding for the Beginner
Kayaking With Confidence: How to Handle a Capsize
How to Prevent Your Kayak or SUP From Being Stolen
Beginner’s Guide to Kayaking; Capsizing and Paddling
Tips for Tackling Your Bucket List

Wildlife
Southern Flying Squirrels: Nocturnal Squirrels of North America
The American Green Tree Frog
Invasive Frogs in Florida: Cuban Tree Frogs
My First Close Call With an Alligator (see: Reviews)
Mediterranean Geckos: Urban Geckos of Florida and the Southeast
Owning a Southern Flying Squirrel as a Pet
The Amazing Green Anole

Miscellaneous
National Kite Month on Okaloosa Island, Fl