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[travsd]

On the Nimble Natation of Newt Perry, and Several Spectacular Springs

January 6 was the birthday of swimming promoter and aquatic showman Newt Perry (1908-1987). I wouldn’t claim that I would never write about better known Perrys such as Luke or Kate, but this is definitely a show biz blog that prioritize a guy like Newt by a factor of many years certainly. Before we dive into Perry’s life (you see what I did there?), this is a case where the setting is as…

[naturecoaster]

Hernando Audubon Meeting, Thursday, April 24: Managing Florida’s Wild Places: Creating Habitat for Northern Bobwhite (Quail), with Speaker Steve Brinkley. Steve will be talking about the successful management of public lands for species like the Northern Bobwhite (Quail), including the use of prescribed burns. He spent seven years studying Northern Bobwhite at Babcock-Webb Wildlife Management Area (WMA) and has worked for 12 years as a Wildlife Biologist/Land Manager in the WMA system. Currently, he is a District Biologist with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) in the Wildlife and Habitat Management Section, overseeing numerous FWC areas. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. (until 9 p.m.) at Brooksville Woman’s Club, 131 S. Main Street, Brooksville. Free, all are welcome. Make reservations here: https://www.mobilize.us/audubon-chapters/event/698882/ For information, contact Tom: tomstclair8@gmail.com or 904-303-0919. Hernando Audubon birding trip to see Florida Scrub-Jays at Greenway Triangle, Ocala, Thursday, April 3, 8 to 11 a.m. We will have an opportunity to observe management techniques used to maintain habitat for Florida Scrub-Jays. These birds are unusual in that the young raised in previous years remain with their parents to help tend to future generations. The trip size is limited, so please make reservations with Ken: klarsson55@gmail.com or 352-346-4132. Hernando County Audubon April 2025 Activity Schedule Hernando Audubon birding trip to Croom Tract of Withlacoochee State Forest, Saturday, April 5, 6:45 to 9 a.m. Meet on the south side of Croom Road (CR-480) at the horse corral at the intersection with Forest Road 7. This is 7 miles east of US-41. Find Red-cockaded Woodpecker, Bachman’s Sparrow, and other resident forest birds and look for early spring migrants. Make reservations here: https://www.mobilize.us/audubon-chapters/event/665945/ For more information, contact Bev: bevalhansen@gmail.com or 352-686-0460. Hernando Audubon birding and butterfly trip to Weekiwachee Preserve North Loop, Saturday, April 12, 8 to 11 a.m. April is a prime time to view butterflies. Meet in the parking lot near the playground equipment at Linda Pedersen Park at Jenkins Creek, 6300 Shoal Line Blvd. (CR 595), in Spring Hill. We’ll explore trails in the northern section of the preserve looking for both migrant and resident birds as well as butterflies that should be flying in good numbers at this time of year. We’ll walk about two miles on forest trails, but participants can cut it short if desired. There are restrooms and drinking water in the park. Make reservations here:https://www.mobilize.us/audubon-chapters/event/666262/ For more information, contact Clay: cjbird@bellsouth.net or 352-592-4949. Hernando Audubon birding trip to Big Pine Tract, Saturday, April 19, 8 a.m. The entrance to the Big Pine Tract is 1 mile north of where Old Crystal River Road intersects with U.S. 41, just north of Brooksville at 12060 Old Crystal River Road. Meet in the parking lot, which is on the east side of the road. We will walk the upland trail through the longleaf pine habitat. The trail eventually leads down to the lowlands and into a lovely oak hammock. There is a forty-foot change in elevation making for a variety of vegetation and birds. Expect to see many woodpeckers, hawks, Great Crested Flycatchers, Summer Tanager, and other birds. The walk is about 2 miles. There is a restroom, but no drinking water. Make reservations here: https://www.mobilize.us/audubon-chapters/event/666296/ For more information, contact Bev: bevalhansen@gmail.com or 352-686-0460. Hernando Audubon Beginning Birding, Friday, April 25, 8 to 11 a.m. Meet on the deck behind the building at Chinsegut Conservation Center, 23212 Lake Lindsey Road, Brooksville. Learn to identify birds at feeders and during a short walk. There will be binoculars available for use. Make reservations here: https://www.mobilize.us/audubon-chapters/event/660432/ For information, contact Linda: lindalark85@gmail.com or text 352-428-2629. Hernando Audubon Kayak Trip on Chassahowitzka River, Wednesday, April 30. Meet at 8:00 a.m. at the parking lot of the Chassahowitzka River Campground near the boat launch. This is located south of Homosassa Springs and west of U. S. 19 at 8600 W. Miss Maggie Drive, in Citrus County. We will kayak the Chassahowitzka River for approximately two hours and expect to see various herons, egrets as well as Limpkins and nesting Ospreys. We hope to see migrating birds as they fly north to their breeding grounds. If lucky, we may also see manatees and river otters, which are always a highlight of this trip. This outing is limited to experienced kayakers who can bring their kayaks to the river. Participation on this trip is limited, so please reserve a spot with Tom: tomstclair8@gmail.com or 904-303-0919. Read the full article

[monkeyssalad-blog]

That's Entertainment 106 - Mr. Peabody and the Mermaid 6 - 1948 by Johnny El-Rady Via Flickr: www.floridamemory.com/items/show/151547 Nancy Tribble was the underwater double for Ann Blyth in the 1948 Universal Studios film "Mr. Peabody and the Mermaid." Nancy Tribble with her tail - Tampa, Florida Image Number N043512 Date Note Photographed during a promotion for the film "Mr. Peabody and the Mermaid". Geographic Term Tampa (Fla.) Subject Term Motion picture actors and actresses Costume Personal Subjects Benda, Nancy Tribble, 1930-2015 General Note Note from sleeve: "Weekiwachee Spring 'mermaid' Nancy Tribble (later Benda) with her $20,000 32 lb. tail during a promotion for 'Mr. Peabody and the Mermaid.'" For more information about Nancy Tribble and Weekiwachi Spring, please see: www.floridamemory.com/items/show/332711

[adventureattorney]

The water here is UNBELIEVABLE! Cannot believe I get to live here for the winter!!! ❤️❤️❤️ #weekiwachee #weekiwacheesprings #paddleboarding #paddleboard #isup #blackfin #blackfinsup #irocker #irockersup #florida #floridalife #floridasup #fulltimerv #fulltimetravel #lawyer #lawyerlife #adventure #adventureattorney #travel #explore #wanderlust #ontheroad #ontheroadagain #photography #travelphotgraphy #photooftheday #beauty #nature #naturephotography #naturelovers (at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CWGOOc-LAYt/?utm_medium=tumblr

[thebigashow]

All in Spring Hill Florida & Area Come out & Fellowship with US #newlifechristianchurchspringhill #springhill #Tampa #brooksvillefl #hudsonfl #hudsonflorida #hernando #hernandocounty #hernandobeach #weekiwacheesprings #weekiwachee #hillndalefarm #ridgemanorfl #ridgemanorflorida #shadyhillsfl #masaryktown #timberpinesfl #timberpines #timberpinescountryclub #heritagepines #Leisurehills #VillageofAvalon #forestoaks #Marinercommons (at New Life Christian Church-Spring Hill) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1khbN8hh_U/?igshid=1t9jrtelqop2t

[imaginerding]

New video on the channel! Is #WeekiWachee worth a visit? Visit Imaginerding.com for the details. https://www.instagram.com/p/CgdAd-rLHKt/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[bambooplantsforsale]

Hide large buildings and 2 story houses with Ocoee Bamboo Farm’s 407-777-4807 privacy bamboo screening and privacy barriers. Green wall privacy is a beautiful way to enhance your backyard or business. All of the bamboo at our bamboo nursery is noninvasive clumping bamboo. We provide bamboo throughout the state of Florida and lower Georgia including the panhandle CITRUSCOUNTY #CrystalRiver
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[omnainc]

Dog powered kayak, and Tourniquet ready. @omna_official #dog #kayak #tourniquet #kayaking #floridasprings #naturalspring #weekiwachee #crystalriver #stopthebleed #tccc #tecc #sharkweek2019 #surftourniquet #surfsurvial #kayaker #kayakers #kayaks #canoe #florida #sup #paddleboarding #standuppaddle (at Weeki Wachee Kayak Rental) https://www.instagram.com/p/BpzHvwmnY2r/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1k3rgxbj8p3iw

[brickpaversealing]

Clean n Seal plus get rid of lots of set in rust. #customerservice customer was amazed at the work and professionalism from@the detailed estimate to the finished product #weekiwachee (at Woodland Waters, Brooksville) https://www.instagram.com/p/CbPmPhlOZ0h/?utm_medium=tumblr

[sandiewill]

Weeki Wachee River, FL Had a video shoot for work this week on the Weeki Wachee River and this will be the backdrop. Isn’t it gorgeous?? Just love this river! #weekiwachee #springs #rivers #nature #blue #bluewater #photoshoot #photography #photooftheday #photographylover #florida #floridasprings #beautiful #gorgeous #sunnyday #kayaking #springwater https://www.instagram.com/p/CacKoQhLCPb/?utm_medium=tumblr

[naturecoaster]

Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville-Weeki Wachee is bouncing back stronger than ever! After the storms, our community has come together to rebuild, restore, and revitalize the beauty you know and love. From stunning natural springs to charming downtown spots, we’re ready to welcome you with open arms. We’re Open For Business – and can’t wait to see you! Come experience the resilience and warmth of Adventure Coast hospitality. #FloridasAdventureCoast #OpenForBusiness #Brooksville #WeekiWachee #AdventureAwaits Read the full article

[seethroughadventures-blog]

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That moment when your watching the manatee and then a sea turtle pops up #welivehere #visitflorida #saltlife #weekiwachee #turtles #gokayaking #floridasbest #pureflorida #seethroughadventures #clearcanoe #Lovefl #sharealittlesunshine #gulfofmexico #mudriver

[adventureattorney]

Don’t mind us, just a fleet of @irockersup boards taking a break on Weeki Wachee River. #weekiwachee #weekiwacheesprings #paddleboarding #paddleboard #isup #blackfin #blackfinsup #irocker #irockersup #florida #floridalife #floridasup #fulltimerv #fulltimetravel #lawyer #lawyerlife #adventure #adventureattorney #travel #explore #wanderlust #ontheroad #ontheroadagain #photography #travelphotgraphy #photooftheday #beauty #nature #naturephotography #naturelovers (at Weeki Wachee, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CWGODwfLGs8/?utm_medium=tumblr

[coffeenuts]

Care and Feeding of a Mermaid by State Library and Archives of Florida https://flic.kr/p/6ntDtt

[tville-fit]

It maybe the end of January already... but it's never too late to commit to a new you! 🏋️🤸🏃 Come on down and have breakfast or lunch with Evolve Nutrition! Mention Lou invited you.. #coachlou24 #springhillbusiness #springhillflorida #springhillfl #hernandocounty #hernandocountyfl #weekiwachee #brooksvillefl #hudsonfl (at Spring Hill, Florida) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKjW8N-D1Td/?igshid=1cnz0x8kdzak5

[imaginerding]

Visited #WeekiWachee for the first time. I’m not sure what I actually think about the state park and mermaid show. (at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CgImVYcs64J/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=