How Everglades National Park came to preserve the great 'River of Grass'
A Florida governor in the early 1900s saw potential for the Everglades land but only if it was drained of its water.
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Lake Okeechobee releases suspected in nontoxic algae bloom in Manatee Pocket, Port Salerno
The state confirmed a nontoxic algae bloom in Manatee Pocket in Port Salerno on Jan. 2. A prime suspect is Lake Okeechobee discharges that started a month ago, which floods the brackish St. Lucie ...
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Situated Between Orlando And Jacksonville Is Florida's Second-Largest Lake With Wildlife And Relaxation
Florida is the Sunshine State, but, with apologies to Minnesota, it's also a state of lakes. Florida has over 7,800 lakes, and more than 35 percent of those are located in the region near and ...
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Best Kayaking Spots in South Florida: the Keys, Everglades, Gulf Coast & More
Varying from state parks to overlooked rivers, ... There are several eco-tourism destinations from Lake Okeechobee to the Florida Keys, providing natural alternatives to the bustling coastal cities.