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Spring Time Wonder: How Butterflies Are Made
I’m awestruck watching life transform. The incredible metamorphosis from a six-legged monarch caterpillar into a two-winged butterfly is simply extraordinary, and its beauty is mesmerizing. I set up my own backyard kit to document this process with my GoPro camera. First, I placed two caterpillars and cuttings from a milkweed plant, their favorite food, inside…

Hitting The Florida Trail For A Glorious Spring Break Bike Ride
I just couldn’t resist mounting the bike saddle and going out to the wonderful waterfront Pinellas Trail. The weather was postcard perfect!

A Pleasant Walk In The Park On A Lovely Spring Day
Nothing like the best of both worlds: A tree-lined park of canopy southern oaks and a sandy beach full of sea life. That is the sublime beauty of Philippe Park in Safety Harbor, Florida. My wife and I love walking through this lovely piece of paradise. Play the short video above to see for yourself.

Beer Of The Week 🍺
From The Mellow Wanderer Biergarten 🍻: This Sunday’s Beer of the Week is the Klosterbrau Bamberger Rauchbier, a delightful traditional smoke beer. Crafted with malt dried indirectly over beechwood fire, it offers a unique flavor profile reminiscent of Bamberg’s rich brewing heritage. Established in 1533 in Bamberg, Germany 🇩🇪, Klosterbrau Brewery embodies centuries of brewing…

Insane Animal Tricks: So Just How Do You Train Beavers To Do This?
Imagine if the forest critters decided to throw their own winter games – and bam, you’ve got beavers dominating the curling scene like pros. There they are, sliding on the ice, stones in tow with all the grace of nature’s lumberjacks turned athletes. It’s better entertainment than your typical sports channel. This game is less…