Events and Family Activities
Our Events and Family Activities expert, Tommy Thompson, tells you about upcoming and ongoing events across our ten county area.
Newly-Renovated and Ready for 2015 Scallop Season: “The Shacks at Sea Hag Marina” in Steinhatchee, FL.
It’s taken a couple of years, but the “Shacks” at the Sea Hag Marina have been renovated, repainted and repaired to a state rivaling almost all the other motel-type accommodations at Steinhatchee. With Florida’s recreational scallop season almost upon us (June 27 to September 24), these nice motel rooms, cabins and houses offer excellent access …
Paddle Natural North Florida’s Suwannee River Wilderness Trail: October 22 – 27, 2015
While there seems like plenty of time to sign up for this excellent paddling adventure, be advised that it’s very popular and the limit fills quickly. So….act now! And if you’d like to see an itinerary of the trip, click on https://www.naturalnorthflorida.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/suwannee_trip_itinerary_2015-599498116b4fe34b99b6584b7f03a85a.pdf More information can be found on the Paddle Florida website at: www.paddleflorida.org Here …
CCA STAR Tournament Comes to Florida’s Gulf Coast, May 23, 2015
From The Florida Sportsman Newswire: The CCA STAR Tournament has been a summertime staple for anglers in Texas and Louisiana for many years, on May 23, anglers in Florida will finally have an opportunity to get in on the action with CCA Florida’s inaugural STAR Tournament. Thanks to the successful STAR blueprint developed by …
Visit Gulf Specimen Marine Lab in Wakulla County–An Educational Jewel on Florida’s Big Bend
Any trip to Panacea, in Florida’s Wakulla County, should include a visit to the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab. Here’s some information from their website: Established in 1963, Gulf Specimen Marine Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that provides marine life to schools and research laboratories. We also study endangered species and conduct …
New Sportody Mobile App Simplifies Finding and Planning Outdoor Activities in Florida
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (April 28, 2015) – Florida visitors and outdoor enthusiasts now have a comprehensive resource for the many trails, golf courses, boat launches, dive spots, skate parks and other sporting activities in the state. Gainesville-based startup, Sportody, released its new application to supplement Sportody.com, the online review network for outdoor sports. The free app …
Kanapaha Botanical Gardens Moonlight Walk, Gainesville, May 2, 2015
Kanapaha’s Moonlight Walk is a magical experience where there will be twinkle lights, lanterns, and approximately 1500 luminaries along a 1.25 mile walkway. There will also be live entertainment and the Alachua Astronomy Club will be out with telescopes to view the cosmos. Fed Food Company and Dominos will be out selling food and refreshments! …
Third Annual Big Bend Kayak Fishing Classic, May 1 & 2, 2015, St. Marks
The Big Bend Kayak Classic is a kayak fishing tournament benefiting Meals on Wheels in Wakulla County, FL BBKC runs on a catch – photo – release (CPR) kayak fishing with prizes awarded for Biggest Redfish / Trout combo, Biggest Redfish, Biggest Trout, Biggest Freshwater Bass, & Biggest Red or Trout or Bass. There are …
SCUBA Diving At Its Best at Devil’s Den and Blue Grotto Springs in Levy County, Florida
Many of Natural North Florida’s springs are unique. In fact, in our 11-county region, we have the highest concentration of natural springs the world. Many are just “seeps”, bubbling through the rock, but others, like Devil’s Den and Blue Grotto, are downright spectacular! And while many of our springs, especially those in our Florida State …
13th Gainesville Jazz Festival, May 2, 2015
Don’t miss this great event. It’s scheduled for Saturday, May 2, 7PM, at Tioga Town Center, just west of Gainesville. 7pm – Gary Langford and the EOS Band 8pm – Hard Luck Society 9pm – Chasing Time 10pm- Little Mike and the Tornadoes with Sheba the Mississippi Queen *Funding for this program provided in …
Save The Date: 12th Annual Reeling For Kids Fishing Tournament, Steinhatchee, June 5 & 6, 2015
The Doug Johnson Reeling For Kids Saltwater Challenge is the highlight of the tournament year on Natural North Florida’s Big Bend. The event benefits the Boys and Girls Clubs of Alachua County and attracts anglers from all over the southeast, including many professional football players who played in the NFL with Doug Johnson, or at …