Stories and field notes rooted in the Florida landscape
Structures
My plan to visit Ray Wayside Park was a failure. Instead I became enchanted by the Eureka Bridge, lost in its many kept secrets and stories available only to those who pause and listen. This post is a reflection on the Eureka Bridge and the many structures of the Ocklawaha River.
Silver River
The Ocala National Forest was recently listed on National Geographic’s Best of the World 2025, a list compiling the 25 best places in the world to visit. Jenny and I drove our Kayaks to Silver Springs State Park, located in the Ocala National Forest, and paddled the Silver River.
Kayak Camping on the Ocklawaha River
We kayak camped along the Ocklawaha River in a storm while sick.
Day Off - Kayaking the Ocklawaha River
With a rare morning to myself, I kayaked a section of the Ocklawaha River and created a video of the adventure.