I took this from my book; Enjoying Life on the Indian River Lagoon Coast. The Indian River Lagoon is nearly 170 miles long, and over its entire length, the timing of the IRL’s phenology varies from region-to-region. The IRL is … Read More
Live Healthier! According to Rodney
Here are quotes/paraphrases that have been around for a long, long time that I try to live by daily. Go barefooted as often as can. Eat as little from the microwave as possible At least once a day, breathe deeply … Read More
Do We Have Control?
I can’t stop thinking about it, control. I ponder it in Zen meditation, heading to the session with it in my mind and then leaving with it on my mind. I reflect on it in the car, when I am … Read More
Election 2016: What’s at Stake for Florida Anglers
During the past year, Florida’s outdoor sportsmen have seen massive harmful algal blooms and fish die-offs across the Indian River Lagoon. Around the state Tampa Bay and Florida Bay have experienced very similar bouts with water quality. Beyond the immediate … Read More
Karen is a Wee Bit Crazy!
It’s my birthday! I’m 59 years, but I find out that Karen is a wee bit crazy. There was a full moon on the western horizon. It was 3:40 am, 78 degrees, relative humidity at 94%, a southwest wind at … Read More
Dead River, Dead Community!
You once had a friend, he is dead. What cause it? We do know why? Our friend, the Indian River Lagoon Is dying the death of a thousand cuts. A hundred years, a thousand years or perhaps yesterday, Our friend … Read More
Excuse Me, Gov. Rick Scott What Are You Thinking?
Excuse me, Governor Scott, but you and the other Florida Legislators puzzle me. But before addressing this point, I’d like to thank you for reading my blog. I realize you’re busy trying to attract more people and jobs to Florida, … Read More
Atlantic Red Snapper Season Sucks? You Bet!
“I heard red snapper season is closed?” The angry offshore angler’s yell caught me off guard. He was standing at the helm of his 25 Ft. World Cat, waiting at the ramp for a buddy to return with the … Read More
Great Southern Whites and Tripletail, Too!
For the past two weeks, a voluminous kaleidoscope of great southern whites has invaded the IRL Coast. No, it’s not what you’re thinking. These butterflies are native to Florida, and use only a few native Florida plants as their egg … Read More
Thanks Mom for Helping Me Become a Tree Hugger!
Thanks, Mom! I’m not a certified naturalist, nor have I ever taken any classes in ecology or biology. My love for nature is deeply rooted. At a very young age, I learned the importance of all of God’s creatures and … Read More