A cobia devours a snack from a visitor. (Photo courtesy of Aqua Ranch)
For many years, attractions like the Dolphin Research Center and the Turtle Hospital have drawn tourists to the Middle Keys from around the world to interact with a friendly dolphin or to pay a personal visit to a sick or injured sea turtle.
Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009 03:23 PM EST
Turtle Hospital administrator Ryan Butts at the Marathon nonprofit facility. (Photo by Karen Quist)
The Turtle Hospital in Marathon is one of those places that should be required visiting for people coming to the Keys.
Posted: Wednesday, February 11, 2009 03:22 PM EST
Even on a day when temperatures near Marathon dipped to as low as 49 degrees, the Dolphin Research Center was abuzz with activity.
Posted: Sunday, June 29, 2008 12:48 PM EDT
Birdwatchers take note – this park's collection of hardwood hammocks, mangrove swamps, and wetlands makes it one of the best birding destinations in the country. Like many of the Keys’ state parks, Curry Hammock is part of the Great Florida Birding Trail. But it is also a site for Hawk Watch International’s raptor census, thanks to its prime location on the migratory path of some of the world’s most spectacular birds of prey. Swimming, snorkeling, fishing, camping, canoeing, and a playground make this a fun park for families.
Posted: Sunday, June 29, 2008 12:31 PM EDT
Crane Point is one of those special places that is as peaceful and relaxing as it is educational and entertaining. Whenever people go there they resolve to return soon, but it is never soon enough.
Posted: Tuesday, May 27, 2008 09:48 PM EDT
