You don’t have to travel out west to spot wild horses and bison roaming free. Believe it or not, you can see both at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park. Spanning more than 20,000 acres, the preserve is massive, so spotting wildlife can take a little patience.

Summer is fast approaching! Take advantage of these stunning, sunny parks before temperatures soar.

Move over, airboat rides! You can experience the Everglades in an extreme new way by signing up to go slogging!

The Clock is ticking! You need to visit Tampa Electric’s Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach before it closes for the season in mid-April!

If you’re looking for an off-the-grid (and alligator-filled) hike in the Tampa Bay area, then I have the perfect place for you!