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21 MORE animals you can see on airboat rides in Florida
Last year, we introduced you to some new and (for some) familiar species of wildlife that can be seen during Everglades airboat tours. However, with more than 350 species of wildlife calling the Sunshine State home, it’s safe to say we didn…
Here are 5 fun things that could happen during Orlando airboat tours
From major theme parks to shopping malls, massages to major sporting events, there are always things to do in Orlando that your family will love. If your family loves the outdoors, or is just looking to do something different during this va…
What you can do to protect the Everglades and its wildlife
Did you know? The Florida Everglades covers 2 million acres and is home to over 350 species of wildlife. That’s a big chunk of our planet! Many animals depend on this National Park and it’s up to us to protect it. Although the Everglades is important for our wildlife, it impacts the residents of Florida, too! So, in honor of participating in National Wildlife Federation’s Wildlife Week, here are a few ways that you can help protect the Everglades and the animals that call it home.
5 of the WEIRDEST places gators have been found
Although many people are familiar with alligators living in the Everglades, they’re actually found all over Florida! After all, the Sunshine State was their stomping ground way before it belonged to humans. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) estimates that there are 5 million alligators spread out across the southeastern United States, and 1.3 million of those alligators call Florida home! For most gators in the south, they inhabit freshwater wetlands such as cypress swamps and marshes, but can sometimes be found in saltwater… or even in sewers! But don’t worry, these guys don’t prefer to be in these strange places. Just like humans, they prefer to live in the comfort of their own home and they don’t go out of their way to live elsewhere.
How location can make or break your Orlando airboat ride experience
No matter what city you visit, the task to do and see everything can be daunting for any family. But since Florida is packed full of pristine beaches, world-renowned theme parks, and plenty of places to eat and shop, there are plenty o…
So… when’s really the best time to go on a Florida airboat tour?
Even if you’ve never been to Florida, with its nickname being the ‘Sunshine state’, you can safely assume that Florida is pretty hot most of the time. Despite Florida technically having four seasons, if you ask anyone what they’re…
Meet the heroine of the Florida Everglades: Marjory Stoneman Douglas
Thousands of years ago, the Everglades once made up more than 11 million acres. But due to the effects of time and urbanization, the Everglades now makes up just over 2 million acres. However, we’re lucky to even have this! …