tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-90858142023674442232024-02-07T17:19:40.625-08:00Astor Bridge MarinaPenny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.comBlogger57125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-36865975970307479692013-02-20T07:56:00.004-08:002013-02-20T07:56:50.888-08:00Spring Special !!!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-51099271068965334592012-12-21T07:16:00.000-08:002012-12-21T07:16:06.535-08:00Welcome to Old Florida Style!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 314px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 226px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5719754915343518258" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjafuwuTO1gR9NMKSS6OBnv-KPgmXEaaPqkjk-FW_fkbqy6Pu88A01dBgzGPNpGEL8PG_gyv_E4vKe6PnZp6-IHelvo5Ejti_HqYmBR83zR3YrnpxndfRVuoHRHJT8Y-ecaFkAfEO4Xxtw/s400/untitled.bmp" /></a><br /><br /><div align="center">NORTHERN ROUTE</div>97 miles; 2 hoursRoadways: U.S. 17, CR 305, CR 304, U.S. 1, SR 5A, SR 40, SR 11Communities: DeLand, DeLeon Springs, Barberville, Pierson, Seville, Cody's Corner, DuPont, Favoretta, Ormond BeachMajor Attractions: Spring Garden Ranch, DeLeon Springs State Park, Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge, Pioneer Settlement for the Creative Arts, Volusia Speedway, Destination DaytonaFeatured Eateries & Taverns: DeLand -MainStreet DeLand restaurants, OB's, H2 Bar, Trader Jack's; DeLeon Springs - Old Spanish Sugar Mill Restaurant (inside State Park); Ormond Beach - Iron Horse Saloon, Broken Spoke<br /></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-66979429648354842772012-01-19T08:03:00.001-08:002012-01-19T08:04:37.749-08:00Winter Special<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtd4JOKSuzd7PFie2-YafVLCQ4LC6X7JYIq-Jm3uHbxcUQ-clmOQN6vNouzZSz36rfJ3chL4FPFkGHPORjQf2lIcOVb8mfeWMVrU8nIp-USGS9ydy8m6YuY3QKhePIPCFajZ2b_pQVaTM/s1600/Winter+2011+promotion.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 309px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699374604145825586" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtd4JOKSuzd7PFie2-YafVLCQ4LC6X7JYIq-Jm3uHbxcUQ-clmOQN6vNouzZSz36rfJ3chL4FPFkGHPORjQf2lIcOVb8mfeWMVrU8nIp-USGS9ydy8m6YuY3QKhePIPCFajZ2b_pQVaTM/s400/Winter+2011+promotion.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-44266276650663398372011-12-06T10:29:00.001-08:002011-12-06T10:30:31.629-08:00Pictures from the 2011 Boat Parade<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxWB5s5Dh8Hn3WZqQolpXacX94sL3JEHoa_EB5nfsbGuyhfq6hXd1b6rPKYgSOSrLtioqVNqYzQfVTas18RD7mqeXldCm7ChfFqz_KCDNlLrfV9YioEbDSozwzyVkw3KRrcSyeBQ4aUNk/s1600/Boat+pic+3.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5683084492463560770" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxWB5s5Dh8Hn3WZqQolpXacX94sL3JEHoa_EB5nfsbGuyhfq6hXd1b6rPKYgSOSrLtioqVNqYzQfVTas18RD7mqeXldCm7ChfFqz_KCDNlLrfV9YioEbDSozwzyVkw3KRrcSyeBQ4aUNk/s400/Boat+pic+3.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5KMttfsvEejbupnYg_TU06oNW9V7kYr4mKZy4cUA2d-gm0DXXEddneKUjDRb5Ev1Z1ByeY34YbI1tTax0di1yj6Y5lMuERnYyEJ6pzT2TD6HwAJs-NBt_-ttLDKPeFFjpA0dZlJgwhRc/s1600/Boat+pic+2.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5683084446315069314" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5KMttfsvEejbupnYg_TU06oNW9V7kYr4mKZy4cUA2d-gm0DXXEddneKUjDRb5Ev1Z1ByeY34YbI1tTax0di1yj6Y5lMuERnYyEJ6pzT2TD6HwAJs-NBt_-ttLDKPeFFjpA0dZlJgwhRc/s400/Boat+pic+2.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjXQmiuXPSQBNAjecBEljRb3lDTwx4rDa-0PV8dwjnTDtffAx3QYQ6MWql8wGG7bkSxN_IRwhDi0ePWUpdnLIJ27D4l8vmLZlwkBQhV1a0uYi0baW_f_nq_BTmEJuGAH1nne_HqiVJSkA/s1600/Boat+pic+1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5683084385465020802" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjXQmiuXPSQBNAjecBEljRb3lDTwx4rDa-0PV8dwjnTDtffAx3QYQ6MWql8wGG7bkSxN_IRwhDi0ePWUpdnLIJ27D4l8vmLZlwkBQhV1a0uYi0baW_f_nq_BTmEJuGAH1nne_HqiVJSkA/s400/Boat+pic+1.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-83389363805877051972011-12-01T07:59:00.000-08:002011-12-01T08:02:12.969-08:00Christmas Event<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvhqNIDLui-nlDhyphenhyphenS6xtC08weDef6E7CTIrchNaXvNONs4EVAFIz_J_2MxbiE26m2LpA7aczGwpJdpxH4lCZNmhNWnxJewB4og_IGHyKFlDDWZ_m06FdPEwmI3H-he67YUGb3HFMzdAj8/s1600/pioneer-settlement-for-the-creative-arts2.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 275px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 183px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5681190802544207650" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvhqNIDLui-nlDhyphenhyphenS6xtC08weDef6E7CTIrchNaXvNONs4EVAFIz_J_2MxbiE26m2LpA7aczGwpJdpxH4lCZNmhNWnxJewB4og_IGHyKFlDDWZ_m06FdPEwmI3H-he67YUGb3HFMzdAj8/s400/pioneer-settlement-for-the-creative-arts2.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div>Barberville: Florida Christmas Remembered<br />Event Happens: Dec 10, 2011 (09:00 AM - 04:00 PM)</div><br /><br /><div>The Barberville Pioneer Settlement for the Creative Arts presents a Florida Christmas Remembered. The settlement will be decorated for the holidays. Music, food and demonstrations will all be a part of the festivities.For more information:</div><br /><div>1776 Lightfoot Lane</div><br /><div>Barberville, FL 32105</div><br /><div>386-749-2959</div><br /><div><a style="OUTLINE-STYLE: none; FONT-FAMILY: arial; COLOR: #5d86a4; FONT-SIZE: 16px" class="link" title="www.pioneersettlement.org" href="http://www.pioneersettlement.org/" target="_blank">http://www.pioneersettlement.org/</a></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-52166805171247140502011-11-22T07:18:00.000-08:002011-11-22T07:38:41.719-08:00An American Tradition - Astor Christmas Parade of Boats<div align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5A5LW0BqU98u4N9WXQu646Og0aU2zVRCycW79tnhZev-EvC5DJliV8MGYkEFiCB05OXecjWkZcRXUXJSQ9iugR5TMQeyyeVi-BNXNi2H8uJtdtw9HAAMvzJ1SzAe7CRADeKOBmB-7DWo/s1600/stjohns_boatparade.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 252px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 165px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5677841371571031058" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5A5LW0BqU98u4N9WXQu646Og0aU2zVRCycW79tnhZev-EvC5DJliV8MGYkEFiCB05OXecjWkZcRXUXJSQ9iugR5TMQeyyeVi-BNXNi2H8uJtdtw9HAAMvzJ1SzAe7CRADeKOBmB-7DWo/s400/stjohns_boatparade.jpg" /></a><strong><span style="font-size:180%;"><br /></span></strong><br /><div align="center"><strong><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:180%;color:#ff0000;"><em>Come join us for the:</em></span></strong></div><br /><strong><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:180%;color:#ff0000;"><em>Astor Christmas Parade of Boats</em></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:180%;color:#ff0000;"><em>Saturday, December 3, 2011 </em></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:180%;color:#ff0000;"><em>at 6:00 pm</em></span></strong><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-76112753059726421612011-11-10T09:41:00.000-08:002011-11-10T09:51:13.393-08:00<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibpnA4l_EQ9vy78y7Po8Ug9DpJK7bvTMvDxQKC_58ragVj57p7mFRIliYdWaSHNoyXdDJsBp1B1ZigvtttTLqXXEqed18lcKtLMpBYNLxMNIgIl6mMSu_jww50WEQzI4ufV7tqRrYb9zc/s1600/american-flag-2a.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5673426046903980290" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibpnA4l_EQ9vy78y7Po8Ug9DpJK7bvTMvDxQKC_58ragVj57p7mFRIliYdWaSHNoyXdDJsBp1B1ZigvtttTLqXXEqed18lcKtLMpBYNLxMNIgIl6mMSu_jww50WEQzI4ufV7tqRrYb9zc/s400/american-flag-2a.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div>Located Downtown DeLandSaturday, November 12th, FREE 11am</div><br /><br /><div>Honor those who have served our nation at this heart warming annual parade. The parade kicks off with a vintage military aircraft flyover. It then features veterans of all branches of service, as well as military vehicles, marching bands and patriotic floats on Woodland Blvd.MainStreet DeLand is honored to continue the tradition of the DeLand Naval Air Station Museum Volusia County Veterans Day Parade. </div><br /><br /><div>It is our goal to honor the sacrifices of all veterans and their families in a daylong celebration in historic downtown DeLand. Downtown will be transformed into a festive patriotic display with American Flags lining Woodland Boulevard, patriotic music and activities for adults and children. We also hope to have a variety of military and other memorabilia on display.</div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-35957990856596267072011-10-20T11:28:00.000-07:002011-10-20T12:20:37.934-07:00DeLeon Springs: Haunted Trails<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj6Wje-yI4giyeZ3-HOu6D8qWZCvoLvX9f-ptLOMlpbEPyIg71BAJufwtJzaYkHwZ7hdEP8akKAcuh9sTBjzou_aejHNKQsyHN7vDtdQ80BYwehxRifiwDW3W91qACF-FAKoOnZY4niwM/s1600/halloween_decorating_ideas_scary_pumpkins.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 325px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 208px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5665656367649078162" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj6Wje-yI4giyeZ3-HOu6D8qWZCvoLvX9f-ptLOMlpbEPyIg71BAJufwtJzaYkHwZ7hdEP8akKAcuh9sTBjzou_aejHNKQsyHN7vDtdQ80BYwehxRifiwDW3W91qACF-FAKoOnZY4niwM/s400/halloween_decorating_ideas_scary_pumpkins.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div>DeLeon Springs: Haunted Trails at DeLeon Springs State Park<br />Event Happens: Oct 22, 2011 (06:30 PM - 09:00 PM)<br />Saturday, October 22 --- 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.Walk the haunted trail, and stop at treat stations along the way for your tricks and treats! Not too scary -- intended for the younger goblins. There will be pumpkin decorating, games, refreshments and a loot bag for lots of treats for all the monsters. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your own flashlight and bug repellent.$3.00 admission fee for everyone ages 6 and up.</div><br /><div>DeLeon Springs State Park</div><br /><div>601 Ponce DeLeon Blvd., DeLeon Springs 386-985-4212</div><br /><div><a style="OUTLINE-STYLE: none; FONT-FAMILY: arial; COLOR: #5d86a4; FONT-SIZE: 12px" class="link" title="www.floridastateparks.org/deleonsprings" href="http://www.floridastateparks.org/deleonsprings" target="_blank">www.floridastateparks.org/deleonsprings</a></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-62819037197093792082011-10-07T08:10:00.000-07:002011-10-07T10:57:46.434-07:00Chili Cookoff<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhZ5ILidQ7i-AJj3k3J_GeSeTbJiD3qiPKsNq_3OVA0u7JDh8AjCkiKqkAhJLKc4Ssk3JdVtA-ZXKv4aKOzYgdmm_7D1Xn3exIJ0IlMNS9BiFPmGgJUvW9KxwxEKCV1-j3-V5Gq9GUh7Y/s1600/chili1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 317px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5660810956005333122" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhZ5ILidQ7i-AJj3k3J_GeSeTbJiD3qiPKsNq_3OVA0u7JDh8AjCkiKqkAhJLKc4Ssk3JdVtA-ZXKv4aKOzYgdmm_7D1Xn3exIJ0IlMNS9BiFPmGgJUvW9KxwxEKCV1-j3-V5Gq9GUh7Y/s400/chili1.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div>DeLand: Great Bowls of Fire Chili Cookoff<br />Event Happens: Oct 08, 2011 (11:00 AM - 04:00 PM)<br />This festive, family event draws competitors and visitors from all over the United States. The chili competition will be sanctioned by the Chili Appreciation Society International (CASI) and the chili cooks vie for trophies, bragging rights and CASI points to use for entry into the Terlingua International Championship Chili competition held annually in Texas. Saturday, October 8, 11am-4pmTaster's admission: Adults: $10.00 / Children ages 4-12: $4.00Held on East Indiana Avenue, Downtown DeLand </div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-90338490272814117322011-09-21T12:24:00.000-07:002011-09-21T12:27:58.408-07:00Head Out on the Highway to Biketoberfest 2011!<strong></strong><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFdYc5BZduU-fmjVTPfdGa68NvCKBIo7BAS3pLTYApM3w559WZa3qPbWDKEiBQbGqhN8tJM7G6twHR9e4azcNLV47A3OwzMlmoQSRzNCj5Md8edvOcc6kuxEG4fIFvKRO9dJ_gZRJMLWM/s1600/bikersgreensprings8crsm.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 314px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 226px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5654896730989282386" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFdYc5BZduU-fmjVTPfdGa68NvCKBIo7BAS3pLTYApM3w559WZa3qPbWDKEiBQbGqhN8tJM7G6twHR9e4azcNLV47A3OwzMlmoQSRzNCj5Md8edvOcc6kuxEG4fIFvKRO9dJ_gZRJMLWM/s400/bikersgreensprings8crsm.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div align="center"><strong>$79.00 per night motel room</strong></div><br /><div align="center"><strong>$99.00 per night cottage</strong></div><br /><div align="center"><strong>Astor Bridge Marina is located on the St. Johns River and features waterfront motel rooms and cottages. Located on State Road 40, this resort provides easy access to Daytona Beach. The Ship's Store sells beer, wine, soft drinks, ice, snacks and gifts as well as manages boat rentals. The full-service restaurant and bar on site is open 7 days a week serving 3 meals on the weekends. There's lots of parking, and bikers are welcome! Offer valid Oct. 8-16, 2011 based on availability. </strong></div><br /><div align="center"><strong>Call for reservations 386-749-4407</strong></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-75211152407185115512011-09-20T08:11:00.000-07:002011-09-20T08:34:00.479-07:00International Beer & Food Tasting<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwZiakTEdtOzDnfIr4bYGnRl2n2e49gvhj2gbU9ccxz14Dk4_Xjl06SNpK5snkAM7GxLPVjQg1uLwWqAYJu6peOtbNgagp2bH-C_9SDUM1jf_XN7QXlg1QnVpz9AnMO7IJ6ZhFDqoPxvE/s1600/2ilc5ko.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 400px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 254px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5654465293447093938" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwZiakTEdtOzDnfIr4bYGnRl2n2e49gvhj2gbU9ccxz14Dk4_Xjl06SNpK5snkAM7GxLPVjQg1uLwWqAYJu6peOtbNgagp2bH-C_9SDUM1jf_XN7QXlg1QnVpz9AnMO7IJ6ZhFDqoPxvE/s400/2ilc5ko.jpg" /></a>Event Happens:<br />Sep 24, 2011<br />(04:00 PM - 08:00 PM)<br /><br />Enjoy beer and food tastings from all over the world at locations all over downtown DeLand Tickets are $15.00 in advance, $20.00 at the event.Be sure to check in on foursquare on your smartphone at shops, restaurants, pubs and galleries throughout downtown. Earn foursquare points, work toward badges, and maybe even get the coveted "Swarm" badge, just by checking in! Discover discounts offered just for foursquare users. Learn more about exploring the West Volusia region on foursquare by visiting: visitwestvolusia.com/foursquarePenny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-38637538950790633072011-09-16T07:02:00.000-07:002011-09-16T07:06:49.439-07:00Hungry Yet?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaoPrImNBL-yRNuV1_U1uOR_ZFCFCAxyOVTU_9yMRLRi4BHp7tVbeF7gbEvn7eFMOMG82aT9HG_NYFCoXcJGBZZSKRQqS5XJou4oBZF0dSsSbuy5Ldi3YS2bFvNtOBdeYvLvsvFzVG9n4/s1600/imagesCAZTCN4T.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 259px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 194px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5652958564216068194" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaoPrImNBL-yRNuV1_U1uOR_ZFCFCAxyOVTU_9yMRLRi4BHp7tVbeF7gbEvn7eFMOMG82aT9HG_NYFCoXcJGBZZSKRQqS5XJou4oBZF0dSsSbuy5Ldi3YS2bFvNtOBdeYvLvsvFzVG9n4/s400/imagesCAZTCN4T.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div align="center"><span style="font-size:180%;"><strong><em>Elaine at the Astor Bridge Marina recommends the </em></strong></span></div><br /><br /><div align="center"><span style="font-size:180%;"><strong><em>Stuffed Flounder at Castaways.<br />Great food and a Great Setting!<br /><br />Castaway your worries and let them serve you.</em></strong></span></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-50594772341370396292011-09-14T12:39:00.000-07:002011-09-14T12:52:03.572-07:00"Men will be men, even when they are fishing"<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtOKBMFMpCXBrMinzKy3KsNWraXxBN9JyF7vgRVF175Q1KxHZ3lNzahWA2PI0SFBvWM4htoeH4p90K0dgtxWOZZcSCna3btLTecO_1dmzePXATgjTU6DzHrDdosy-5NGQnpm1oLp71t4Y/s1600/binoculars.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 369px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5652305427221067922" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtOKBMFMpCXBrMinzKy3KsNWraXxBN9JyF7vgRVF175Q1KxHZ3lNzahWA2PI0SFBvWM4htoeH4p90K0dgtxWOZZcSCna3btLTecO_1dmzePXATgjTU6DzHrDdosy-5NGQnpm1oLp71t4Y/s400/binoculars.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div>10 guys had packed themselves, bait boxes, 10 fishing poles (one for fishing one one for casting), the beer cooler, and enough beer for at least the morning session. The sun was bright, the sky was clear with a nice breeze, and there was fishing a plenty. This was real fishing.Between the beer, the jokes, and the great fishing, there akways comes that moment when someone has to pee, and like all men, convenience overtakes sensability. Guys, I really got to go, Joe said loud enough for everyone to hear. Oh no, we re not leaving this spot. Just pee over the railing, and don t miss. Joe, like most men didn t have to be asked twice and proceeding to begin taking care of business, when he noticed one of the neighbors on the shore line, watching him peeing, through they re binoculars. Joe waved and they gave him a big thumbs up. Later that evening, we received a call from our neighbor Carl, who told us that his 86 year old mom had noticed us out on the boat and was hoping that the guy peeing over the side was single or at least available for a little fun. I told him she was out of luck. I guess that wasn t a guy after all. was all Joe answered. </div><br /><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><br /><div></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-40997935163329416922011-09-01T06:11:00.000-07:002011-09-01T06:22:33.214-07:00Visit Heart Island Conservation Area<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFmnIAR8THjVAcGU-do9sXD4U2UYkTPU0G4Vi2dE7ScZBElLhAK3ncp9uyHxiW_rZvzCDzUzPHvEnhHbWwo9BmgPjGoqAxDw4oR3jnt5tj1Hju5p6iKKZmYA26mg6Zm8s92362v0mPbJA/s1600/heartislandconservarea.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 275px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 183px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5647380751551797922" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFmnIAR8THjVAcGU-do9sXD4U2UYkTPU0G4Vi2dE7ScZBElLhAK3ncp9uyHxiW_rZvzCDzUzPHvEnhHbWwo9BmgPjGoqAxDw4oR3jnt5tj1Hju5p6iKKZmYA26mg6Zm8s92362v0mPbJA/s400/heartislandconservarea.jpg" /></a>
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<br /><div>Heart Island Conservation Area Address: U.S. 17 and S.R. 40 - Barberville , FL</div>
<br /><div>This conservation area is part of the 35,380-acre Lake George Wildlife Management Area. Natural communities include basin swamp, floodplain swamp, basin marsh, baygall, blackwater stream, hydric hammock, mesic flatwoods and scrub. Slash pine, cabbage palms and an undergrowth of saw palmetto and gallberry can be found in nearly all of the upland areas. Wetland areas contain various hardwoods, cypress, sweetbay, red bay, loblolly bay and wax myrtle thickets.</div>
<br /><div>The mix of natural communities provides excellent habitat for a variety of species, including Florida black bear and gopher tortoise. Deer, otters, woodpeckers, songbirds, foxes, raccoons, alligators and a variety of snakes and lizards have been observed. </div>
<br /><div>Hiking, horseback riding, seasonal hunting, bicycling, picnicking, wildlife viewing and primitive camping at designated sites. Hunting on the property is managed by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.</div>
<br /><div>The property can be accessed from three different roads: from U.S. 17 just south of State Road (SR) 40 - parking area with walk-through for bicycling, hiking and horseback riding; from SR 40 - parking area with walk-through; from SR 11 north of SR 40 - two parking areas on the west side of SR 11.</div>
<br />Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-63412214305762391992011-08-26T10:57:00.000-07:002011-08-26T10:58:21.737-07:00Visit Lazy Daze at the Astor Bridge Marina<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitiHV_wz0rzz6E7n6LXQ7UDZ_3khpCsiDVvqdfnq6UIdZQ_vPcRGsO0y3zcqrlvHqGxwwlh12T-qJ1XL_E6FPFwM2BStiFdxjuvGUeZW6QHeennBJeVIFYDkpQdEfo_aiyr58GnNL4NTI/s1600/Lazy+Daze+Rack+Card.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 178px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5645225466930918146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitiHV_wz0rzz6E7n6LXQ7UDZ_3khpCsiDVvqdfnq6UIdZQ_vPcRGsO0y3zcqrlvHqGxwwlh12T-qJ1XL_E6FPFwM2BStiFdxjuvGUeZW6QHeennBJeVIFYDkpQdEfo_aiyr58GnNL4NTI/s400/Lazy+Daze+Rack+Card.jpg" /></a>
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<br />Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-86936037433846596852011-08-05T11:00:00.000-07:002011-08-05T11:01:04.444-07:00<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk26lpcHOOHBHxEyphoPuap_o1VxCEGeTQnk7X-E-OPISLezfRXEemBdTcEjw3dXQTmR3h2mcPCyQlTZzDXz2KqnuppTAO88c5CestLiaqdlQ-YX-eZCw4hQcPoAsRlp1wQtNYLJD9Qy4/s1600/Astor+Summer+Sale.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 309px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637433430274257266" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjk26lpcHOOHBHxEyphoPuap_o1VxCEGeTQnk7X-E-OPISLezfRXEemBdTcEjw3dXQTmR3h2mcPCyQlTZzDXz2KqnuppTAO88c5CestLiaqdlQ-YX-eZCw4hQcPoAsRlp1wQtNYLJD9Qy4/s400/Astor+Summer+Sale.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-19772616192372877802011-08-03T12:28:00.000-07:002011-08-03T12:34:37.149-07:00Be a Hippie for the Day<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIIV-d4-A0g8tGlW3lmzrKUC3RKsuE4q7NjzQOFM_6ESjKDfr0x_YRaQanhUVshpcMkzifxqHPRIQBC-kc-2pyysIMMX7AvZMHFbLAwhwezbDb5xgarR8cJ32ZwB3v9EKufSJKdB8hBYY/s1600/Hippie+Pic.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 386px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 336px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5636715239890644914" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIIV-d4-A0g8tGlW3lmzrKUC3RKsuE4q7NjzQOFM_6ESjKDfr0x_YRaQanhUVshpcMkzifxqHPRIQBC-kc-2pyysIMMX7AvZMHFbLAwhwezbDb5xgarR8cJ32ZwB3v9EKufSJKdB8hBYY/s400/Hippie+Pic.jpg" /></a><strong>Aug 26, 20114:00 PM -<br />Get out your bellbottoms and tie?dyed t?shirts, pick up your tickets, and take a “trip” back to the days when love, peace, flowers and music ruled—the 60’s, better known as the “Hippie Era.” Hippiefest at the Peabody celebrates all that was best about the 60’s with a street festival beginning at 4:00 PM and a 7:30 PM concert that will let you live it all over again. Purchase Tickets Now at Ticketmaster.com, 800-745-3000, Walmart Supercenters or In-Person at the Peabody Box Office.</strong>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-31122975058253739052011-07-13T10:11:00.000-07:002011-07-13T10:39:04.254-07:00Larry the Cable Guy<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLI-SSHJzBs5gf6gfGeq3JDNGX3aYh8SpoBo9KlG8ItuKAmunRk8IzJw2ns2QlLmn1srgz7gxuGXQBfPuD55ZfeBuaOD8hc1shjN7NiowH4RMTWE2C-V2_VgEtw3u4kFOaAcghwlgduXk/s1600/Larry.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 305px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 225px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5628892792621099010" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLI-SSHJzBs5gf6gfGeq3JDNGX3aYh8SpoBo9KlG8ItuKAmunRk8IzJw2ns2QlLmn1srgz7gxuGXQBfPuD55ZfeBuaOD8hc1shjN7NiowH4RMTWE2C-V2_VgEtw3u4kFOaAcghwlgduXk/s400/Larry.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div>Aug 01, 2011 - Larry the Cable Guy coming to the Daytona Beach Ocean Center August 1st - $50.00 per ticket. Tickets will be on sale May 1st via Ticketmaster</div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-22704134206793118622011-06-07T06:21:00.000-07:002011-06-07T06:52:35.872-07:00Reasons to Rent a Boat Slip<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvtgBE80ujxBTXVZy2HiVRVOO810ODuwM8zuoDm5bgNBV7baeQRD4VRx8tbm5ECyg8vIO_a-EQ5T9ussw0lD47AIIibgDLMz8CgVE2GhkGM4Z7NGIjGybotQAi2CvYa8XzWJNBtCyzZp4/s1600/Robby+truck+044%255B1%255D.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5615475192380578866" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvtgBE80ujxBTXVZy2HiVRVOO810ODuwM8zuoDm5bgNBV7baeQRD4VRx8tbm5ECyg8vIO_a-EQ5T9ussw0lD47AIIibgDLMz8CgVE2GhkGM4Z7NGIjGybotQAi2CvYa8XzWJNBtCyzZp4/s400/Robby+truck+044%255B1%255D.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><div>Convenience – for busy boaters, or those who need to travel long distances to spend time on their boats, convenience is a necessity. That is why our marina slips may be the best way to go. You drive your family and gear to the marina dock, load the boat, cast off the lines and go.<br /><br /><br /><div>Location- Astor Bridge Marina is at Great Location on the St. John’s river. Just a 20 minute boat ride to Sliver Glen. Or head a little further North to Lake George.<br /></div><br /><div>Security – our marina slips can provide peace of mind that your boat is safe and secure. Our protected marina is in a bay. During the hours the marina is open, you will find management on duty to watch the facility and keep an eye on your boat and slip. </div><br /><br /><div>Facilities and Amenities – Our Marina offers fresh water for filling your water tanks or rinsing your boat, electricity connections and a small ship store for your needs. We offer lodging, and a restaurant on site. We also have fuel service and pump out, so that you can fill up conveniently before heading out or as you come in to port. </div><br /><br /><div>Call Today for Slip Availability 386-749-4407<br />Yearly Leases start at $7.75 a foot</div></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-22959402849823257952011-06-02T11:58:00.000-07:002011-06-02T12:05:42.162-07:00Visit De Leon Springs State Park<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3eT0zbu0HYRR90RCxsu_fhRLf03NDw5W5GWL5A9QpwPKqbv2Erv3nxvcxWk2szhmPcxpnkbbB7QjxcM2b8rY5lCkZfDsnbm3hE03ujIjB9hki5uFltFNwSq3uh-mOrN9pXFgebqJPTTY/s1600/orlando_springspark.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 225px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613700383099514914" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3eT0zbu0HYRR90RCxsu_fhRLf03NDw5W5GWL5A9QpwPKqbv2Erv3nxvcxWk2szhmPcxpnkbbB7QjxcM2b8rY5lCkZfDsnbm3hE03ujIjB9hki5uFltFNwSq3uh-mOrN9pXFgebqJPTTY/s400/orlando_springspark.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVcUqy_8YMsYxn30YF3zHqt7nAsAgQIaVJ5Hyz1EErq_ZWb__QHGgg_aCaWizegD0Y4cMi9QSAA0lVB8LFLUUkE36qPs7XolAgyhjclNxP4K-rB3-tn81723mGQaeXm5ImhfVgyoi2hj4/s1600/deleon-springs-state-park-400x300.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613700330675233506" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVcUqy_8YMsYxn30YF3zHqt7nAsAgQIaVJ5Hyz1EErq_ZWb__QHGgg_aCaWizegD0Y4cMi9QSAA0lVB8LFLUUkE36qPs7XolAgyhjclNxP4K-rB3-tn81723mGQaeXm5ImhfVgyoi2hj4/s400/deleon-springs-state-park-400x300.jpg" /></a> Native Americans visited and used these springs as long as 6,000 years ago. In the early 1800s, settlers built sugar and cotton plantations that were sacked by Seminole Indians during the Second Seminole War. By the 1880s the springs had become a winter resort, and tourists were promised "a fountain of youth impregnated with a deliciously healthy combination of soda and sulphur." The swimming area is adjacent to a beautiful, shady picnic ground. Canoe, kayak and paddleboat rentals are available for a paddling tour of the spring and spring run. De Leon Springs flows into the Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge where canoeists and kayakers can explore 18,000 acres of lakes, creeks and marshes. At The Old Spanish Sugar Mill Restaurant, guests can make their own pancakes at the table. This is a very popular park on weekends. To ensure entrance into the park, we recommend arriving early.<br /><br /><br /><div>Just a short 15 minute drive from Astor Bridge Marina</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>601 Ponce de Leon Boulevard De Leon Springs, Florida 32130 (386) 985-4212</div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-54249628996391663052011-05-27T08:56:00.000-07:002011-05-27T09:01:30.884-07:009 Reasons for a Get A Way<div align="left"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNkHaX6AEYlrSzaAnuTGpqKZlj2KFFXpbrFpXjJetRjUY4xQHxkdM450e9Awph8pIA945JW0KkwtEOxJFRMe7bbXMnTluleZPRESYLQ1j1dT_npcIazRJLi4ZOvPWrLjqURUlwjHjVhJE/s1600/dog+in+pool.gif"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 219px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5611426269329313474" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNkHaX6AEYlrSzaAnuTGpqKZlj2KFFXpbrFpXjJetRjUY4xQHxkdM450e9Awph8pIA945JW0KkwtEOxJFRMe7bbXMnTluleZPRESYLQ1j1dT_npcIazRJLi4ZOvPWrLjqURUlwjHjVhJE/s400/dog+in+pool.gif" /></a><br />The Dog Day's of Summer will be on us soon!<br />How about a Get-a-way<br /><br />1. Getaways are cheaper than vacations, both because they are shorter (less nights)<br />2. You can go on several getaways a year, instead of one or two longer vacations.<br />3. Getaways expose you to fun, beautiful, and interesting destinations in your own backyard that you never knew about.<br />4. You can spend much less time getting ready for your getaway.<br />5. Gas is cheaper than flying<br />6. There is less pressure to relax on a getaway.<br />7. Getaways are easier on kids.<br />8. You may end up someplace you’d go back to.<br />9. Because you are spending less money on airfare and lodging, you can concentrate on what really matters: food and entertainment.<br /></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-85830779343254036602011-05-23T13:31:00.000-07:002011-05-23T13:35:56.573-07:00Coke Zero Fans Reserve Your Rooms Now!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZQ4KS7PiCnV0AntwXbG9Nby5vEhS-QbaKcoRBgOT7SMXVMo1gPEnfIaFQYC359MXNUHnuayh4ml-yR4E_WiL7tXlqiOy_wWD1A3lS47k0T5fQdyF0jrvuMsu2p5Ku2yQLX4moVcQqFe8/s1600/coke+zero+400+logo.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 380px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 248px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5610012838304602946" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZQ4KS7PiCnV0AntwXbG9Nby5vEhS-QbaKcoRBgOT7SMXVMo1gPEnfIaFQYC359MXNUHnuayh4ml-yR4E_WiL7tXlqiOy_wWD1A3lS47k0T5fQdyF0jrvuMsu2p5Ku2yQLX4moVcQqFe8/s400/coke+zero+400+logo.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcDly2aPIPR4DVbjyLVV3_nMfZjK6WjTvaOCGcgmZu4UbCWSRvXTjcjyvGsoK4BM2F8I8jaDQx7IkQ4SC_9EcU-PHzIA1xUlOpk0PF3dlIW8xUvUN3es7Whu9AhteWKlVUySPJIS-R6xU/s1600/2010-nascar-coke-zero-400-at-daytona-international-speedway-in-orlando-1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 299px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5610012728029786322" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcDly2aPIPR4DVbjyLVV3_nMfZjK6WjTvaOCGcgmZu4UbCWSRvXTjcjyvGsoK4BM2F8I8jaDQx7IkQ4SC_9EcU-PHzIA1xUlOpk0PF3dlIW8xUvUN3es7Whu9AhteWKlVUySPJIS-R6xU/s400/2010-nascar-coke-zero-400-at-daytona-international-speedway-in-orlando-1.jpg" /></a> Welcome race fans!<br /><br /><div align="center">Enjoy the fireworks on and off the track as the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series comes to Daytona to celebrate the Independence Holiday Weekend. The West Volusia County region is just minutes from Daytona International Speedway, the beaches and Central Florida attractions. First up on Friday, July 1, the young guns of the Nationwide Series will face off against Sprint Cup Series drivers in the Subway Jalapeno 250 race. Then Saturday evening, Sprint Cup Series drivers will hit the asphalt again for the Coke Zero 400 race. Four-time Country Music Association Female Vocalist of the Year Martina McBride will ignite the track during Saturday's pre-race concert. And after the race, fans will not want to miss the magnificent fireworks display!</div><br /><br /><div align="center">Play all Day and Enjoy the Tranquil St. John’s River at Night.</div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div align="center"></div></div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9085814202367444223.post-422163657714889032011-05-19T13:20:00.000-07:002011-05-19T13:26:14.543-07:0020 Facts about Florida<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJv-HltBvBvQVxMnuo1H07foYBoqA24b9rlZYID-N9notgQIZBfXn3YgeXv_wu8OgOr3Fk4Gb1Nr9YCS9Txx-LLUHNb9uoLYBDaL3F60q93tc5bfGw3avP5ZACD62_hamRh5roFJbgpZw/s1600/Florida.bmp"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 254px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5608525973488472786" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJv-HltBvBvQVxMnuo1H07foYBoqA24b9rlZYID-N9notgQIZBfXn3YgeXv_wu8OgOr3Fk4Gb1Nr9YCS9Txx-LLUHNb9uoLYBDaL3F60q93tc5bfGw3avP5ZACD62_hamRh5roFJbgpZw/s400/Florida.bmp" /></a><br /><br /><div>1. Greater Miami is the only metropolitan area in the United States whose borders encompass two national parks. You can hike through pristine Everglades National Park or ride on glass-bottom boats across Biscayne National Park. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>2. Saint Augustine is the oldest European settlement in North America.<br /></div><br /><div>3. The name Punta Gorda, which means, "fat point" when translated from Spanish. The moniker was given to the city because a broad part of the land in Punta Gorda juts into Charlotte Harbor. The harbor itself is somewhat unique, as it is the point where the Peace River meets the ocean.<br /></div><br /><div>4. Orlando attracts more visitors than any other amusement park destination in the United States.<br /></div><br /><div>5. New England Congregationalists who sought to bring their style of liberal arts education to the state founded Rollins College, the oldest college in Florida, in Winter Park in 1885.<br /></div><br /><div>6. Cape Canaveral is America's launch pad for space flights.<br /></div><br /><div>7. Florida is not the southernmost state in the United States. Hawaii is farther south.<br /></div><br /><div>8. A museum in Sanibel owns 2 million shells and claims to be the world's only museum devoted solely to mollusks.<br /></div><br /><div>9. The Benwood, on French Reef in the Florida Keys, is known as one of the most dived shipwrecks in the world.<br /></div><br /><div>10. Safety Harbor is the home of the historic Espiritu Santo Springs. Given this name in 1539 by the Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto. He was searching for the legendary Fountain of Youth. The natural springs have attracted attention worldwide for their curative powers.<br /></div><br /><div>11. Niceville is home to the famous Boggy Bayou Mullet Festival celebrated the third weekend in October.<br /></div><br /><div>12. The United States city with the highest rate of lightning strikes per capita is Clearwater.<br /></div><br /><div>13. Gatorade was named for the University of Florida Gators where the drink was first developed.<br /></div><br /><div>14. Young aviator Tony Jannus made history on January 1, 1914 when he flew the world's first scheduled passenger service airline flight from St. Petersburg's downtown yacht basin to Tampa.<br />15. Dr. John Gorrie of Apalachicola invented mechanical refrigeration in 1851.<br /></div><br /><div>16. Miami Beach pharmacist Benjamin Green invented the first suntan cream in 1944. He accomplished this development by cooking cocoa butter in a granite coffee pot on his wife's stove.<br />17. Neil Smith and his brother of Montverde developed the first Snapper riding lawn mower.<br /></div><br /><div>18. Key West has the highest average temperature in the United States.<br /></div><br /><div>19. The Saint John's River is one of the few rivers that flows north instead of south.<br /></div><br /><div>20. The largest lake in Florida is Lake Okeechobee. </div>Penny Silverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17161497242503772017noreply@blogger.com0