This is an “Old Florida” discoveries… a beautiful old farm with live oaks and seventy-five mini-horses running around like they own the place. Judy Middleton is a character from the old days who, among her credits, was a schoolteacher of Brenda Lee in Nashville. Fallen Pine Farm is one of the reasons we love Florida! […]
The Lazy Blog
Cumberland Island
Cumberland Island, Georgia, is a place where time seems to have folded in on itself. As the largest and southernmost of Georgia’s Golden Isles, it offers a rare glimpse into a coastal wilderness that has largely escaped the high-rise sprawl characterizing much of the American Atlantic seaboard. Accessible only by boat, the island is a […]
Okefenokee Swamp
The Okefenokee Swamp is a truly remarkable and enigmatic natural wonder. Spanning over 400,000 acres, it is one of the largest freshwater wetlands in the United States, and it is a designated UNESCO World Heritage site, recognized for its outstanding natural and cultural significance. As I’ve explored this captivating landscape over the years, I’ve been […]
The Alligator Farm in St. Augustine
The Alligator Farm, as it’s affectionately known by locals, has been a beloved institution in St. Augustine for well over a century. Established in 1893, it is one of the oldest continuously operating alligator farms in the United States, and it has evolved over the decades to become a premier zoological and educational facility, attracting […]
Thankstravaganza (Thanksgiving Nature Extravaganza)
This year’s Thanksgiving Nature Extravaganza started on Tuesday and finished on Saturday morning. The goal is to stuff as many nature adventures into Thanksgiving week as possible. This year included:
The Dalmatian Coast and Beyond
We spent 18 days in September and October 2025 in six countries: Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, Italy, Greece and Turkey. We started in Split, Croatia for a few days, then eleven days was on a cruise ship, then we spent another few days in Istanbul. Key observations: By any reckoning, the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia is […]
Making Moon Water at Siesta Beach
We tried it on the night of the super blue moon and filled pickle jars from Publix.
Free Life Advice
The audacity was more profound than anything he could have said.
Gulfport Geckofest
A fun way to hang out in Gulfport, which is a great place. Explore the colorful quirkiness of Gulfport at the annual GeckoFest on August 30, 2025. Browse great art, listen to live music, check out fun street performers and enjoy food and drinks. This event is typically scheduled from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. along Beach […]
Stephen (Steve) B. White
Welcome to the natural world through the eyes of Steve White, a dedicated and passionate naturalist with a rich background in environmental education and outdoor exploration. Steve has called Sarasota home since 2009, bringing his love for nature from Fairfield County, Connecticut, to the vibrant ecosystems of Florida. Credentials and Experience: Steve’s journey as a […]
The Baths at Berkeley Springs, West Virginia
This was a welcomed retreat in the middle of a long bike ride on the GAP trail. The Healing Waters of Berkeley Springs: A Naturalist’s Immersion There is something ancient in the sound of a spring. Long before science measured temperature and mineral content, the bubbling voice of water rising from the earth called to […]