After hearing talking points about reductions to park staff budgets, both in the state and nationwide, Floridians got a big, splashy surprise from U.S. Rep. Randy Fine, District 6. He has plans to ...

U.S. Rep. Randy Fine wants to designate Ocala National Forest and some surrounding springs in Volusia, Flagler and other counties as a national park. More: Congressman Randy Fine proposes national ...

“Forest bathing” is the practice of taking in the forest atmosphere. The Clearwater Lake Nature Trail is a popular spot with a 1.3-mile loop and other amenities. According to National Geographic, ...

DANGER OF COLLAPSE. WELL, WHEN YOU THINK OF NATIONAL PARKS, THE OBVIOUS ONES COME TO MIND, RIGHT? HOW ABOUT YELLOWSTONE, HOME OF OLD FAITHFUL? ANOTHER EASY ONE. THE GRAND CANYON, 278 MILES OF STUNNING ...

U.S. Rep. Randy Fine has proposed a bill to study the feasibility of a Florida Springs National Park, encompassing the Ocala National Forest and surrounding springs. The proposed park aims to protect ...