Have you ever thought about raising backyard hens here in Jacksonville? With the cost of eggs rising, and the popularity of urban farming growing, raising your own flock of chickens is truly an enticing idea. But where do you start? Along with the dreams of having your own flock of hens comes with many questions […]
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I always look forward to April in Northeast Florida, the mornings are still cool, the days are longer, warmer yet the humidity hasn’t crept in yet. Perfect weather for exploring local farms and blueberry picking. Recently we discovered a new to us farm to pick berries at, Towers Family Farms in Palatka, Florida. Located about one hour
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Have you heard of Silver Glen Springs? It’s a hidden Florida oasis perfect for the entire family to enjoy and one of our favorite summer day trips from Jacksonville. Located deep in the Ocala National Forest, Silver Glen Springs Recreation Area is about two hours from Jacksonville and makes the perfect day trip for the whole family.
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When the weather is scorching hot, the pool water is lukewarm and even the ocean water just isn’t refreshing, we are so lucky to have the consistently cool 72 degree springs sprinkled all around us. A lesser known spring just under two hours from Jacksonville, in High Springs, Florida is Poe Springs County Park. Nestled
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The newest Florida State Park is Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park. It’s located 20 miles northwest of Gainesville, just under a two hour drive from Jacksonville. While it is the newest Florida State Park, the clear springs have long been a swimming destination for locals as a privately owned park until 2017
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