In a recent kayak tour of the Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve, I was reminded of the natural beauty that surrounds us here in North East Florida and more importantly of the need to ensure conservation efforts aren't ignored. A leisurely trip on Simpson Creek and Fort George River provides a prospective of nature that is unique and cannot be experienced in any other way. For a brief time, from the vantage point of the waterway, development and expedition are forgotten and there is an opportunity to not only appreciate nature's bounty, but to consider how important it is to take action to ensure future generations have access to the same resources.

Submitted by Bruce at: October 25, 2008