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Pioneer Day is an annual event held at both Sams House/Pine Island Conservation Area and at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in north Merritt Island. Celebrating the early settlers of Merritt Island at these two historic sites will take you back…
Story and photos by Allison Arteaga A Crusade Against the Space Coast’s Most Devastating Invasive Plant “President Kennedy said, ‘Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country,’ and that’s kind of…
Citizen-driven Initiative Uncovers Little-Known Destination Gems The Space Coast Office of Tourism launched a new Hidden Gems program, a citizen-driven program where county residents, business owners and officials teamed to create self-guided adventures that set visitors and locals on the…
Celebrate Summer with the Perfect Picnic The perfect picnic includes beautiful scenery and delicious food and drink. The possibilities are never-ending from simple to elaborate – dining al fresco is a fun way to enjoy the great outdoors. Tips: Be…
Stretch your vacation days in this rugged frontier with one of Celebrity Cruises’ incredible Alaska Cruisetours. See the Alaska rarely seen by others during this fully escorted land tour. Travel by motor coach or the Wilderness Express®, the…
Nurture with nature Escape reality with a space designed with you in mind By Tammy Roberts Imagine lying in a bamboo lounge chair, a canopy of oak tree branches shading the warm sun. Birds chirp blissfully in the distance,…
The American Alligator is an unusual success story of a species that came back from the brink of extinction to a species that now is thriving in the Southeastern United States. Even more amazing, scientists claim this is the second…
You may think a cruise to Alaska or Antarctica too cool for Floridians. But Alaska cruise season May – September is an ideal time to visit. Daytime highs range from 60°F – 80°F. Nighttime lows are dip into the 40’s…
They say April showers bring May flowers, and if that is the case, then we hope Zinnias make a grand appearance. Zinnias, which are native to Mexico, can tolerate most of Florida’s summer sun, until about August. Zinnias also are…
From swimming, jogging, kayaking, and swinging to viewing wildlife such as manatees and alligators – Brevard Parks offer more than just a Sunday stroll. We found some that have a little bit of everything, but don’t worry, if you don’t…
Top Photo: Summer’s Kiss. Below: Top to Bottom; Fanfare, Oranges and Lemons, and Arizona Sun. Keeping up with the Florida heat can be challenging, fortunately the Gaillardia, aka the Indian Blanket has no trouble keeping up with what many of…
Forget Sending a Valentine: Adopt a Manatee It would be hard to imagine our beloved state without one of its most beloved water dwelling friends. However, the manatee continues to be a member on the endangered species list, as such human…
Birding and Wildlife Festival Photos by Tom Dunkerton, DeeAnn Jennings, Joel Reynolds and Ray Scory People from all over the world will flock together at the annual Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival this month. Because the Space Coast is…
10 Tips for New Bird Watchers According to Birding.com 1. Purchase a field guide with bird photos and tips for identification. Recommended: Peterson Field Guide to Eastern Birds National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of North America (3rd edition) Peterson First…
