Floridiana Magazine

Manatee Viewing at Blue Spring State Park

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Sat, 23 Nov 2019 17:44:00 +0000

When you think of Florida, cold weather isn’t the first thing to come to mind. But when the mercury starts to drop, some of the best places to visit are the state’s springs. That’s where you will be able to see manatees in their natural habitats – a sight that never gets old. So, when...

Boca Grande – More Than Just Tarpon Capital of the World

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Mon, 12 Aug 2019 17:00:07 +0000

For more than 40 years, the Gulf Coast in Charlotte County has been my vacation go-to spot. Pristine beaches. Clear water. Amazing sunsets. From my favorite beach on Manasota Key, I can easily travel to other towns offering old Florida charm, whether it’s with comparable views or other amenities. During my recent vacation, I visited...

Manatee Viewing Center at Tampa Electric’s Big Bend Power Station

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:44:10 +0000

When I think of seasons in Florida, I think of only two: summer and winter – or beach season and manatee season. While beach season may extend through more than just the summer, manatee season runs from November to March. If you’re adventurous enough to brave the colder temperatures, you can experience some amazing sights...

Manatee Viewing

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Sun, 05 Feb 2017 08:00:13 +0000

Whenever I see manatees in their natural settings, their beauty and mystery never cease to amaze me. I’ve seen them playing in the Gulf of Mexico just offshore of Englewood Beach and I’ve seen them in springs and canals. And each time is like the first. Here are a few of my favorite manatee viewing...

Blue Spring State Park

doriskeeler@gmail.com — Sun, 29 Jan 2017 08:00:48 +0000

Away from the crowded beaches and major theme parks that attract millions of visitors from around the globe, is the natural Florida. Places where nature is left intact and is preserved. Places where you can witness the beauty of the “old” Florida. The Springs. And there are a lot of them. In fact, geologists have...