Detailing a lengthy and exhausting two days of hikes and swamp tromps. Sunday, September 08, 2019 As one of the first twenty cars to enter into the state park, I took the immediate right towards an empty parking lot that was directly across from the entrance gate. I watched as the vehicles continued to flood in, bicycles adorned. From the parking spot I could see the trailhead with the burnt orange "FT" insignia for the Florida Trail Association's marked paths. They maintain

An account of my first trip over to the Gulf side of the State. February 09, 2018 “The West of which I speak is but another name for the Wild; and what I have been preparing to say is, that in the Wildness is the preservation of the World.” ― Henry David Thoreau Pt 1 - Journey West In the six years I've been a Florida resident, this February would mark the first time I've ventured Westward to explore Gulf-side. My parents have established themselves a nice spot on the Souther

Returning to a once-visited Natural Area, a second poochie travels alongside. January 10, 2018 It was totally wild with black birds cackling and fluttering from tree to tree. Waking up from a nappy afternoon, Coco and I burst out the door to catch the remnants of a sunny, warm day. Heading into Cypress Creek natural area off of Indiantown road, we pulled into the lot to park. I quick scanned the signs to get a feel for how adamant the no pet policies were. I figured on the eq

Connecting once again with the higher self, moments of spiritual bliss come to me. December 06, 2017 Tonight, while resting with Coco amidst the flittering bats, chirping insects and usual array of opossums, raccoons and other night stalkers, I was able to connect once again to my higher self. Flash Back.. Recently, during the first attempt at Transformational Breath, I had come to witness this embodiment. After major emotional releases, I could sense this self radiating with

Stopping short in Fortuna, a chance to get to Arenal a day ahead was missed, but it would not stop me from getting to my destination. November 17, 2015 He used the upstairs part of the hostel as a hangout for him and his friends to smoke pot and watch movies. A Night in Fortuna.. From San José, I bussed it two and a half hours to Fortuna. its the hub for action, city-wise in the Vulcán Arenal region. I intended to go on to El Castillo, but weather and time did not permit it t