Author: Tommy Thompson
Monticello Bike Fest, March 20 & 21, 2015
Monticello Bike Fest, March 20 & 21, 2015 Rolling hills and canopied roads make the panhandle of Florida the perfect setting for cyclists who want a change of scenery. Jefferson County offers the quaint town of Monticello as a unique host of the festival. With plantations, heritage roads and historic homes, your weekend to get …
The 46th Annual Amalie Oil NHRA Gatornationals are scheduled for March 12-15, 2015 in Gainesville, FL
The NHRA Gatornationals drag races have become a Gainesville tradition. Drag racers and enthusiasts come from far and wide to participate and to see some fast-moving action. The event draws big crowds, so we urge you to plan accordingly regarding lodging opportunities. Scheduled for March 12-15, 2015! Spectator tickets will go on sale …
Visit Steinhatchee Falls–Hardly Niagara, But Still a Place of Beauty and Serenity
From: Seenorthflorida.com Steinhatchee Falls is a great place to picnic or enjoy a quiet moment watching the river cascade over the falls. The three-foot waterfall is formed by a limerock outcropping in the river which extends north of the falls and, historically, served as a crossing point for Native Americans and settlers in the 1800’s. …
Homecoming Days, Lee, FL, March 20 and 21, 2015
Activities for this year’s Lee Days include a children’s tractor pull, cake auction and a Pine Wood Derby. Lee is located in Madison County and the event promises to be fun for folks of all ages. Lee Homecoming Day Schedule March 20-21, 2015 SATURDAY MARCH 21, 2015 7:00 a.m. PANCAKE BREAKFAST AT (LEE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH) 10:00 …
Coming Soon to Florida’s Gulf Waters: CCA Florida’s 2015 STAR Tournament
If you snooze, you just might lose (a truck or a boat/trailer/motor)! While the CCA Florida STAR Tournament‘s start is a few months away, it’s time to start thinking about participating. Mark your calendars and be sure to get out on the water as much as you can during the tournament, get the Smartphone APP, …
29th Annual Hoggetowne Medieval Faire, Gainesville, FL 1/24 & 25 and 1/30-Feb. 1, 2015
The 2015 Hoggetowne Medieval Faire is coming to Gainesville, January 24 &24 and January 30-February 1. While there will be plenty of swordfights (staged, of course!) there will be fun for visitors of all ages. Just as in the days of Robin Hood, you’ll behold Kings, Queens, Knights and fair ladies while browsing the crafts …
Wintertime Bass Are Biting in North Florida’s Santa Fe River
From Tommy Thompson, Fishing and Boating blogger and Regional Editor, Florida Sportsman Magazine: We have some terrific lakes (Rousseau, Orange, Newnans, Santa Fe) and some “fishy” rivers. Some, like the Suwannee, Withlacoochee, Waccasassa, and Steinhatchee meet the Gulf and saltwater anglers are often surprised with largemouth catches all the way to the mouth. Another, …
Natural North Florida Dining Essentials: How to Eat a Blue Crab
Visitors to local restaurants along our Big Bend Gulf Coast (and inland, too!) are often intimidated when a large plate of steamed blue crabs arrives at their table. Sometimes they’re accompanied by nutcrackers and hammers, but for the most part, getting to the “meat of the matter” is simply a hands-on operation. When you order …
National Archery In The Schools Florida State Tournament, 2/28/15, Newberry Sports Complex
Welcome to the Easton Newberry Sports Complex! The Easton Newberry Sports Complex, located in Newberry, Florida, is a shared-use facility that combines the Easton Newberry Archery Center with a multi-use recreation facility. The archery program focuses on training archers and coaches, developing curriculum, and in providing a world-class venue to host archery events. Discover Archery. …
Don’t Miss a Hearty Meal at Conestoga’s Restaurant in Downtown Alachua, FL
Rick Robertson and his crew at Conestoga’s Restaurant in downtown Alachua, Florida have just one thing on their minds: letting you leave after some pretty good eating and with a full belly! Open for lunch and dinner, Monday thru Saturday, Conestoga’s is located at 14920 Main Street in Alachua (Phone (352) 462-1294), just a few …