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A Weekend Camping Adventure at Silver Springs
If you crave an outdoor adventure Silver Springs State Park is the perfect camping destination for you. Enjoy hiking, kayaking and glass bottom boat tours in this historically famous park. Silver Springs State Park Silver Springs has been a popular tourist destination since the 1820’s. People have been drawn to this area because of the crystal clear waters and abundant wildlife. There are monkeys in the park, but as hard as we tried we were not lucky enough to spot one. The park has been privately owned for over a hundred years. It is best known for its glass bottom boat tours and as a movie set location. The state…
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5 Beautiful Florida Springs to Kayak and Canoe
Whether you live in Florida or planning a vacation to the Sunshine State, check out these 5 beautiful Florida Springs to Kayak or Canoe. Get outside and discover what truly makes Florida so special. There is a whole other world outside of the theme parks that is just waiting for you to explore. Rainbow Springs A magical place to kayak or canoe would be Rainbow Springs. We loved exploring this state park, although I think we did more snorkeling than kayaking. The colors of the spring are beyond amazing. Check out my blog post here or visit Rainbow Springs State Park directly for more information. Kayak and canoe rentals can…
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Top 10 Best Camping Spots for Spring Break in Florida
Escape to the Sunshine State and find the perfect camping destination for your Spring Break getaway. No matter what you are looking for, from pristine beaches, beautiful freshwater springs, or RV resorts, you are sure to find the perfect spot to relax for Spring Break. 10 – Rainbow Springs Plan a trip to Rainbow Springs State Park, Florida, for your spring break adventure. This picturesque park near Donnellson, Marion County is the perfect spot for those who love kayaking or paddle boarding. This is a popular park, it may be one of those you may have to make a reservation almost a year in advance or get very lucky. But…
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How to Find and Reserve a Campsite
Finding a campsite in can be frustrating, especially trying to book a favorite state park. As popularity of camping increases, finding a campground with vacancies is becoming a challenge. With a bit of planning and sometimes a quick internet connection you can find the perfect campsite to reserve. National Park Campgrounds National Park campgrounds, including national forest campgrounds can be a little bit more rustic than some campers are use to. Sometimes you are lucky to get just the basics of water and a restroom, but others like Salt Springs have full hookups. Tent camping may also be the only type of camping available. It just depends on where you…
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My Favorite Camping Items Found on Etsy
My sister gifted me an Etsy gift card for my birthday, an awesome gift from an awesome sister. I went a bit crazy buying and finding so many camping items. If you are unfamiliar with Etsy it is an online store that sells vintage, handmade and craft items. It is made up of small businesses, each selling their own unique style of merchandise. I found so many cool and unique items on Etsy that are perfect for my amateur camping lifestyle. Here are a few of my favorite camping items that I found on Etsy. Pony Tail Hat I wore this hat constantly on our last camping trip to Silver…
