Grab an ice cream cone and stroll along the waterfront for a perfect end to your day. The town hosts fun festivals throughout ...

The Museum of Florida Art and Culture tells the story of the state’s rich heritage. Sebring’s peaceful atmosphere makes it perfect for a stress-free weekend getaway. Dunedin welcomes visitors with ...

The Trump administration’s government-wide staff cuts threaten federally protected manatees in a Florida national wildlife refuge established for the purpose of safeguarding the beloved sea cows, ...

“It looked like angels flying up to Heaven,” Scheid said. While many believe a waterspout is simply a tornado over water, this is only partially true. Depending on their formation, NOAA says ...

Most people, especially tourists, know Bay County for its beaches. But locals know about some of the area’s natural hidden gems, like Econfina Creek. Officials say ...

In this Web Extra, enjoy a chapter from Andrew Furman's new nonfiction book, "Of Slash Pines and Manatees: A Highly Selective ...

In a heartening moment for Florida's wildlife community, a young manatee named "Churro" was released back into the wild at Blue Spring State Park.

Day trips from Orlando offer a variety of experiences, from enjoying nature and exotic wildlife to the thrill of a theme park ...

Florida is best known for its beaches, but the state is also filled with lakes, rivers, and natural springs that are just as refreshing and fun. Ichetucknee Springs State Park in Fort White, a town in ...

DeLeon Springs State Park and Blue Spring State Park are among the most popular spring stops in Volusia County, offering camping, swimming and more.

One of the oldest manatees that regularly visited Blue Spring State Park in central Florida died last month. The nonprofit group Save the Manatee Club announced that a watercraft killed Paddy ...

Just as generations of manatees have sought refuge in Florida’s network of springs, generations of armored catfish have too. Exterminating the catfish is nearly impossible because they’re too ...