I was very pleased to see that Sarasota County leadership is focusing on ecotourism as an asset of the wonderful place we live (“Sarasota County eyes increased access to preserves as part of ...

Cool mornings make for good hikes. But why not leave the traditional trail behind and head to the treetops? Bird watchers, backpackers and day hikers come to Myakka River State Park for the 39 miles ...

Let yourself get lost in the abstract wonder that is this photo of the flooded Canopy Walkway in Myakka State Park, taken by Henry Peters. Let yourself get lost in the abstract wonder that is this ...

Margaret Lowman, known world-wide as "Canopy Meg" for her tireless efforts to save global forests and the visionary behind the creation of the canopy walkway in Florida's Myakka River State Park, has ...

The preserved land totals 497 acres and is comprised of two distinct conservation areas, both maintained in their natural state to protect native habitat, wildlife, and water quality within the Myakka ...

When most people think of the Sarasota, Florida area, beaches usually come to mind—the beautiful white-sand variety, lined with warm, clear water. Most visitors don’t explore beyond the shore—or their ...