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Tag Archives: swimming
A Visit to Pitt & Sylvan Springs at Econfina Creek
Located north of Panama City, Fl, on Hwy 20 in Bay County approximately 8.5 miles east of Hwy 77 lies several points of interest nestled into one small area: Econfina Creek, Pitt Spring, Sylvan Spring group and Williford Springs. 1/4 … Continue reading
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Tagged econfina creek, Econfina Springs, florida springs, kayaking, Pitt Springs, recreation, swimming, swimming holes, Sylvan Springs, tubing, Williford Springs
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Turkey Creek Boardwalk and Boggy Bayou Nature Trail
Located at 340 John Sims Blvd in the City of Niceville are two natural areas that have been set aside for the enjoyment of its residents, visitors and most importantly, local wildlife. Although both nature areas are in close … Continue reading
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Tagged birdwatching, Boggy Bayou, eglin, kayaking, niceville, swimming, Turkey Creek, walking
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A Review of Wakulla Springs State Park and River Boat Cruise
On this trip to beautiful Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park, which lies approximately 16 miles south of Tallahassee, heavy rains had been in the area for much of the morning before abating shortly after noon. Upon arriving at … Continue reading
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Tagged Edward Ball, florida, hiking, river boat cruise, swimming, Tallahassee, Wakulla River, wakulla springs
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A Review of Ponce de Leon Springs State Park, Florida
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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Tagged florida, hiking, mosquitoes, Ponce de Leon Springs, pterodactyls, State Park, swimming
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Seventy Percent of Drownees are Adults
World Swim and SCUBA Diving Instructors’ Conference Identifies Answers to Drowning SARASOTA, Fla., Oct. 24, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — People who can’t swim panic without the knowledge of how their bodies and the water work together. 21st Century Swimming Lessons, Inc. … Continue reading
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Tagged drowning, drowning statistics, swim conference, swimming, water saftety
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