Suwannee River Guidebook

Anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the modern world for a while is invited to sit back and enjoy a leisurely trip down one of the best-known and most beloved rivers in the country. Flowing more than 230 miles from the Okefenokee Swamp in Georgia to the Gulf of Mexico in Florida, the Suwannee may well be the last unspoiled river in the Southeast. Complete with travel information and tips for those exploring the area by water or by land, this comprehensive guide describes the history, major towns and cities along the way, wildlife, and personages associated with the river. As you journey down the river, you'll stop by places like White Springs and Branford, Old Town and Fowler's Bluff. You'll see manatees, jumping fish, alligators, and many species of birds. You'll also be introduced to some of the most important people and groups in Florida's history, including the Timucuan and Seminole Indians, Spanish missionaries and explorers, Stephen C. Foster, Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, and William Bartram, as well as the organizations and agencies that have fought to preserve and protect this magnificent river and its watershed. The Suwannee River Guidebook will open your eyes to a part of Florida you may be surprised to learn still exists, one largely untouched by developers and full of natural wonder. Next in series > > See all of the books in this series

The Hillsborough River, which runs through the big population area of Tampa, is a popular site for leisure activities. Kevin McCarthy, author of more than 20 books about Florida, guides the reader and boater from the source of the Hillsborough River in the Green Swamp west of Tampa, through Hillsborough River State Park, then through the city of Tampa, to its mouth at the Gulf of Mexico. Both a history and a guidebook, Hillsborough River Guidebook features information on the wildlife and culture along the river as well as travel tips, with recommendations of places to eat and stay. Includes photographs and maps. Next in series > > See all of the books in this series

The Caloosahatchee flows from near Lake Okeechobee for to its outlet at Fort Myers on the southwest Gulf coast of Florida. Eighty miles long and only a stone's throw across in some places, Florida's Caloosahatchee River once played an essential part in the transport of cattle, fruit, and other goods between Lake Okeechobee and Punta Rassa. Now the river, which has been dredged, deepened, and “improved" for decades, is the key to efforts to restore the Everglades to its natural beauty and balance. Discover the Caloosahatchee's colorful history and importance in this comprehensive guidebook. See all of the books in this series

This practical river guidebook includes tips from an experienced outdoorsman on canoeing, camping, and cooking on the legendary Suwanee River. Informative sectional maps will assist paddlers in planning a day trip or a long excursion. Significant historical and cultural locations along the river are designated and specific directions on how to visit them are provided. This useful paddler's guide begins in the Okefenokee Swamp and concludes at the Gulf of Mexico.

Discover the wonders of the Lower Suwannee River with the comprehensive Recreational Map Guide developed by Wild Water Maps. This guide facilitates both day-trips and full expeditions from Luraville to the Gulf of Mexico, encompassing the myriad springs, estuaries, and meanders offered by the river.Includes: 21 Maps (9" x 9") covering 99+ river miles, overview maps, river level reference guide, recreational waypoint chart, tree species illustrations, and additional information for recreational users.Comprehensive River Exploration: Traverse and explore over 99 miles of the river with ease, discovering diverse activities like fishing, boating, paddling, swimming, diving, hiking, or simply relaxing along the riverbank.Field-Tested Accuracy: Our dedicated team personally navigated the entire river to ensure the precision of our maps, understanding your reliance on their accuracy. Additionally, we are committed to regular updates over time to reflect any changes to the river's recreational access.Meticulously Designed Maps: Most of the pages in this publication are maps. This series includes 21 detailed maps of the Lower Suwannee River, each measuring 9" x 9" and covering a 2-page spread. In addition, there is an overview map of the river for quick orientation.Durability: Encased in a 52-page, 4.5" x 9" guide and printed on tough, waterproof, and tear-resistant synthetic paper, our maps are crafted to endure all outdoor conditions.Comprehensive Recreational Information: The guide offers essential tools such as a river level reference, a recreational waypoint chart, and overview map to facilitate planning.Comprehensive Coverage: Detailed mile markers and clear land-use boundaries throughout the river ensure easy navigation of every bend, spring, and trail, helping you track distance and distinguish public access areas along the Suwannee River.Topographical Details: Our maps offer concise topographic information, including elevation, marsh and flood-prone areas, public land boundaries, and essential natural landmarks, for a complete view of the river's terrain.Points of Interest: Locate parking, campgrounds, swimming holes, boat launches, scenic viewpoints, RV sites and more.

An insider's guide to the natural areas of south Florida, from Hobe Sound in the east and Punta Gorda in the west down to the Keys and the Dry Tortugas. Includes Everglades National Park, Big Cypress National Preserve, the coral reefs of both Biscayne National Park and Pennekamp State Park, and Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge and Corkscrew Swamp, as well as many smaller state and county parks, recreation areas, and nature centers. Includes maps and information on camping, boating, hiking, fishing, tours, and more.

From the first game wardens in the Everglades to present-day wildlife officers, law enforcement in the wild, untamed Everglades has kept pace with changing times. Today's game wardens chase escaped convicts, keep surveillance on drug runners, and recover wreckage from plane crashes as well as arrest deer, turkey, and alligator poachers. Meet the men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting the wildlife and natural resources in the only Everglades on earth. For anyone interested in law enforcement or the Everglades.

Taken from the earlier book Priceless Florida (and modified for a stand-alone book), this volume discusses the well-drained areas of Florida, including high pine grasslands, flatwoods and prairies, interior scrub, hardwood hammocks, rocklands and caves, and beach dunes. Introduces readers to the trees and plants, insects, mammals, reptiles, and other species that live in Florida's unique uplands ecosystem. Next in series > > See all of the books in this series