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Cozy Campers

Vintage Campers Make a Comeback

Walter Sayers restores old trailers with Second Chance Camper Restoration.

04/04/2016 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Into the Wild

Five Overnight Adventures for Campers Old and New

Whether you're a seasoned pro or it's your first time out, our region offers camping experiences for everyone.

04/04/2016 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Put Your Oar In

Five Local Aquatic Adventures for Kayakers, Canoers and Paddleboarders

From lazy canoe rides to after-dark paddleboard excursions, there's something for everyone.

04/04/2016 By Cooper Levey-Baker

A Stubborn Man

NCF Alum Rob Bilott Battles a Chemical Polluter

A New College alum wages an 18-year battle against a chemical polluter.

04/01/2016 By Susan Burns

Hop to It

6 Local Family-Friendly Easter Activities

Here's where to hunt eggs, eat brunch, and see the Easter Bunny in our area.

03/24/2016 By Jenna Greenfield

941CEO Daily

This Week's Good Deeds

Rum sales for sea turtles, Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation grants, a Suncoast Waterkeeper fundraiser and more.

03/10/2016 Research by staff

Authentic Florida

Springtime at Bok Tower Gardens

Bok Tower Gardens is in full bloom--it's time to stop and smell the flowers.

03/10/2016 By Robin Draper

Smooth Sailing

A Kayak Trip with the American Littoral Society

The American Littoral Society provides a unique and relaxing way to explore Sarasota.

03/03/2016 By Jenna Greenfield

Playlist

Listen to the Music Mentioned in Our 24 Great Florida Road Trips Feature

The perfect Florida playlist for your listening pleasure.

03/01/2016

941CEO DAILY

Group Sues Sarasota County to Quash Proposed Whole Foods

The complaint filed by ManaSota-88 argues that the new store will adversely affect 4.49 acres of forested wetlands at the site.

03/01/2016 Research by staff

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Day Tripper

Great Florida Road Trips

24 great adventures on one tank of gas.

03/01/2016 By Scott Vogel, Cooper Levey-Baker, Megan McDonald, Ilene Denton, and Pam Daniel

Kitsch Itch

You'll Find Wallet-Friendly Fun in Weeki Wachee

Florida's identity as an oddball mecca goes way, way back.

03/01/2016 By Cooper Levey-Baker

Only in Sarasota

View from the Ringling Bridge

Illustrator John Pirman takes in the panoramic views from the top of the Ringling Bridge.

03/01/2016 Illustrations by John Pirman

Gentle Giants

Florida Manatee Population Reaches Record Highs

One of the first species listed as endangered on the 1972 Endangered Species Act, the Florida manatee population now numbers more than 6,300.

03/01/2016 By Hannah Wallace

From the Editor

Weathering a Rare Sarasota Tornado

In El Nino years, tornadoes are especially likely to occur in Florida. Pam Daniel remembers the ones that came ashore in January.

03/01/2016 By Pam Daniel

Magical History Tour

Key West Offers Visitors a Unique Spirit and Fabulous Decadence

To paraphrase Hunter S. Thompson, "Key West is where the weird go pro."

03/01/2016 By Scott Vogel

Something Wild

Experience Primal Nature in the Everglades

Here's how to really experience the unique beauty--and lifestyle--of the Everglades.

03/01/2016 By Pam Daniel

Animal Planet

Disney's Wild Africa Trek is Fun for the Whole Family

Behind-the-scenes experiences create indelible family memories at The Happiest Place on Earth.

03/01/2016 By Ilene Denton

Culture Club

Miami is an Art Lover's Dream Destination

In Miami, fun is raised to the level of art.

03/01/2016 By Scott Vogel

941CEO DAILY

Organic Produce Delivery Service Adds Meat, Eggs

White Picket Produce will begin adding organic chicken, local grass-fed beef, bison, bacon and cage-free eggs to its delivery options.

02/29/2016 Research by staff

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