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eviesessays · 6 months ago

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16. Who was your first friend? How have your friendships enriched your life?

I do not know at what age one sees themselves as an individual being with preferences but one of my earliest playmates continues to be a friend today. He and his wife have retired to the warmth of Mexico and I last saw them at our 45th high school class reunion. Despite many miles of separation we are happy for the rare occasions we were seeing each other. Now in our advanced years those times are nearly non existent. We grew up in a small town in northern Ontario at a time when people did not have a lot of money to travel. We were all born at the end of the great depression and perhaps by some standards we were poor but we didn’t know that. We were all pretty much in the same situation.

One friend I have today is a friend I had in elementary school. We graduated from SLCS, Sioux Lookout Continuation School, in the class of 1953. He married another classmate who also happened to be a Nursing School classmate of mine. Kenny and Gail are exceptionally kind and friendly people. They had careers that took them into the far North of Canada working among the indigenous people. Kenny came from a very musically gifted family. His aunt played the organ at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church for over 50 years. Kenny’s father died of tuberculosis at a very young age but he had four uncles who were the mainstay of the town band for as long as I lived in Sioux Lookout and for many years after I left. They were memorable. Ken and Gail are long ago retired back in Sioux Lookout but spend all their summers at their beautiful home on Abram Lake. They very generously host wonderful pickerel fish fries at our class reunions. They remain among my oldest and best friends.

In my travels I have moved many times and encountered many interesting people. When we were transferred to the Washington, DC area we rented a home in Camp Springs, MD. There I met a most wonderful neighbor, Rose, who was to become a lifelong friend as well as her husband, Jack. Rose was an accomplished classical pianist. She also knew all the galleries in Washington and was a most wonderful tour guide. We spent many a Saturday with her one daughter, Joanne and my four toddlers touring the very beat museums and galleries. Rose and I also spent a cold rainy night in November of 1963 in a cue waiting to pass through the rotunda of the US Capital to pay our respects to our assassinated President, John F. Kennedy. We attended each others children’s weddings. Rose and Jack retired to Cape Cod to be nearer to their daughter, granddaughter and later, their great grandchildren. In 2014, Rose was diagnosed with brain cancer. She had a thorough workup at Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston and made the conscious choice not to be treated aggressively since her prognosis was poor at best. She died at home and I was so glad I was able to drive to the Cape a few times to see her before the end. Jack misses her dreadfully and still signs all his cards, Love, Rose and Jack.

My friend, Val, was a nursing school classmate who became a born again Christian long after we finished Nursing School and proceeded then to make t her life’s work to save my soul. Eventually, she had to understand that if we were to remain friends for another 4 years, she was not to discuss religion EVER. She makes a valiant effort to abide by my rule and God bless her, J do know it is very difficult for her.

In the past 65 years I have lived in a dozen different homes and have always been blessed with wonderful. caring neighbors. In Alaska we had two school teachers as upstairs neighbors. They sometimes brought interesting things by to show Heather and Jaylyn. One day they brought their gerbil who promptly got loose in our apartment. We were all running after it in a frenzied state and finally able to trap it in the bathroom. The space was not appropriate for more than one pursuer so its owner took charge. I was more than happy to see the last of that object of interest. We would sleep tonight after all.

Someone I consider among my very dearest friends was a young man the age of some of my children. We worked together at McLean Hospita[. He had just graduated from Harvard and was taking a year off to decide on Law or Medical School. He was brilliant, kind, very perceptive, loved classical music and was the most interesting person i ever met. We remain friends 30 some years after that brief year working on a Clinical Research Unit at McLean.

I lived on my beautiful farm in Warner for 22 years. It was where my spirit soared and my heart rested. I had wonderful friends and neighbors. It was during my time there that I was diagnosed with Non Hodgkins Leukemia. My neighbors were most attentive. My neighbor, Dick grew shiitake mushrooms in rotting fallen oak trees. He made the most delicious mushroom soup for me. Marilyn, whose husband hayed the fields for me brought her home made chicken noodle soup. My friend Kitty took me to the doctor when I broke my leg skiing at the age of 70. My neighbor, Janet invited me for a visit to their villa in Praia de Salema in the Algarve. It was a wonderful holiday. The olive trees were dropping their blossoms and the earth was covered in white, “Alarve snow”. Janet has been gone for many years but she was a wonderful friend and neighbor.

As I was advancing in age it did become clearer that I cold no longer keep up to the demands of a quarter mile long driveway, three acres of lawn to mow and in ground swimming pool . There was also my very large vegetable garden to which I had added six high bush blueberry shrubs and 75 strawberry plants. It became abundantly clear that I had to sell Warner. It was a hard but necessary decision.

I moved to the house on Mountain Road in Concord with its very little 3/4 acre lot. Again, i have wonderful caring neighbors. Dale and MaryJane are wonderful fun loving neighbors. All during the Covid pandemic , MaryJane never went to a store without calling and asking if I needed anything. They spend the Winter in Hilton Head, SC and I miss them when they are away and rejoice at their return. Like all my other life experiences, they are great friends and neighbors. My cup runneth over. For all the friends I have mentioned there are untold numbers I have not spoken of. Without exception they all added great meaning to my life.

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galbium · 4 years ago

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perch, Yellowtail, Yellowtail amberjack, Yellowtail barracuda, Yellowtail clownfish, Yellowtail horse mackerel, Yellowtail kingfish, Yellowtail snapper, Yellow tang, Yellow weaver, Yellowtail catfish, Zander, Zebra bullhead shark, Zebra danio, Zebrafish, Zebra lionfish, Zebra loach, Zebra oto, Zebra pleco, Zebra shark, Zebra tilapia, Zebra turkeyfish, Ziege, Zingel. 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Reptiles: Turtles, common snapping turtles and alligator snapping turtle, pond turtles and box turtles, tortoises, Asian river turtles and allies, pignose turtles, softshell turtles, river turtles, mud turtles, sea turtles, leatherback turtles, tuataras, scaled reptiles, agamas, chameleons, casquehead lizard, iguanas, Madagascar iguanids, collared and leopard lizards, horned lizards, anoles, wood lizards, Neotropical ground lizards, geckos, legless lizards, blind lizards, spinytail Lizards, plated lizards, spectacled lizards, whiptails and tegus, Lacertids, skinks, night lizards, glass lizards, American legless lizards, knob-scaled lizards, gila monsters, earless Monitor lizards, monitor lizards, worm Lizards, shorthead Worm Lizards, two-legged Worm Lizards, snakes, wart snakes, false coral snakes, dwarf pipe snakes, African burrowing asps, stiletto snakes, boas, anacondas, Old World sand boas, Mauritius snakes, Colubrids, typical snakes, Asian pipe snakes, cobras, coral snakes, mambas, sea snakes, Mexican pythons, pythons, dwarf boas, pipe snakes, shield-tailed snakes, vipers, pitvipers, Fae's viper, night adders, pitvipers, rattlesnakes, true vipers, sunbeam snakes, blind snakes, primitive blind snakes, slender blind snakes, thread snakes, blind snakes, typical blind snakes, Crocodiles, alligators, garials. 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MAMMALS: Rat, Bat, Horse, Standardbred, Throughbred, Saddlebred, Arab, Palomino, Australian stock, Appaloosa, Barb, Lippizaner, Mustang, American Shetland, Falabella, Percheron, Shire, Mule, Bullock, Setter, Oxen, Camel, Tiger, Lion, Hyaenas, Leopard, Bear, Cat, Dog, Sheep, Goat, Cow, Cob, Pig, Chamois, Bulldog, Borzoi, Loris, Longspur, Harvest mouse, Spiny – ant eater, Duck – billed platypus, Elephant, Rhinoceros, Tonkinese, Ragdoll, Margay, Tapir, Seal, Sea lion, Walrus, Dolphin, Bactrian camel, Arabian camel, Bushbaby, Burmese cat, Whale, Porpoise, Aardvark, Ape, Monkey, Gorilla, Chimpanzee, Flying Lemur, Hare, Pika, Macaque, Rabbit, Colobus, Antelope, Caribou, Cattle, Deer, Grizzly bear, Hyrax, Armadillo, Porcupine, Hedgehog, Arctic hare, Mole, Shrew, Beaver, Asian black bear, Polar bear, Sloth bear, Spectacled bear, Mouse, Squirrel, Dugong, Moose, Fallow deer, Reindeer, Red deer, Manatee, Egyptian Mau, Scottish fold, Himalayan, Birman, Red squirrel, Hippopotamus, Weasel, Whale, Wither, Blue whale, Sperm whale, Killer whale, Wallaby, Beluga, Baird’s beaked whale, Grey whale, Bryde’s whale, Pygmy right whale, Southern right whale, Seal, Ape, Indri, Aye – aye, Alaskan Malamute, Dobermann, Beagle, Kinkajou, Afgan Hound, Rough Collie, Cardigan Welsh Corgi, Sheepdog, Pointer, Poddle, Weimaraner, Bloodhound, Zebra, Giraffe, Yak, Arctic fox, Polecat, Golden Retriever, Kerry Blue, Prairie dog, Airedale, German spitz, Pekingese, Otter, Shih Tzu, Proboscis monkey, Orang – utan, Red Howler monkey, Spider monkey, Sloth, Koala, Pangolin, Mustelid, Mongoose, Guinea pig, Malayan Porcupine, Naked Mole rat, Capybara, Pallid Gerbil, Brown rat, Somali, Ocicat, Balinese, Bengal, Cymric, Chartreux, Devon Rex, Turkish Angora, Russian Blue, Yellow – necked woodmouse, Hamster, Grey squirrel, Chipmunk, Fox, Blue Longhair, Chinese Pangolin, Blue – cream shorthair, Tortoiseshell and white shorthair, Brown spotted shorthair, Red and white Japanese bobtail, Javanese, Red Persian Longhair, Brown classic tabby maine coon, Lilac angora, Seal point Siamese, Brown and white sphinx, Red classic tabby manx, Vampire bat, Proboscis bat, Franquet’s fruit bat, Bengal Tiger, Horseshoe bat, Noctule bat, Funnel - eared bat, Blue exotic, Foreign lilac oriental shorthair, Boxer, Bay, Cream point colour pointed british shorthair, Abyssinian, Cinnamon silver Cornish rex, Wolverine, Skunk, Human being, Pine marten, Stoat, Chocolate point longhair, Husky, Ant eater, Kangaroo, Gray Mouse Lemur, Musk oxen, Raccoon dogrie, Pasnda, Bouto, Pembroke Welsh corgi, Whippet, Whisker, Indus river dolphin, Franciscana, Sorrel, Finless porpoise, Jerboa, Harbour porpoise, Bottlenose dolphin, Border Collie, Diana Monkey, White – beaked dolphin, Atlantic white – sided dolphin, Bobcat, Alpaca, Aberdeen angus, Lynx, Pacific white – sided dolphin, Rhesus monkey, Irish wolfhound, Baboon, Slivery marmoset, Puma, Ocelot, Norwegian Forest Cat, Basenji, Keeshond, Akita, Samoyed, Briard, Brittaney, Vizsla, Weimaraner, Saluki, Greyhound, Rottweiler, Bullmastiff, Newfoundland, Puli, Bombay, Sphynx, Kangaroo rat, Humpback whale, Red panda, Maltese, Pug, Chihuahua, Papillon, Pomeranian, Schipperke, Aardwolve, Cheetah, Civet, Red – Bellied Lemur, Moustache, Monkey, Yorkshire terrier, German shepherd, Clumber spaniel, Bouvier des Flandres, Belgian sheepdog, Boston terrier, Italian greyhound, Chesapeake Bay retriever, Genet, Musk deer, Bichon fries, Rock Hyrax, Pony, Mink, Mammoth, Mastodon, Giant sloth, Llama, African Elephant, DeBrazza’s Monkey, Siberian Tiger, Hackney Pony, Bonnet Monkey, German wirehaired pointer, Ferret, Jaguar, Dalmatian, Red Bengal Tiger, Badger, Shunk, Skye terrier, Great dane, Grampus, Bandicoot, Wolf, Marmot, Squirrel monkey, Sable, Minke whale, Spectacle porpoise, Opossums, Airedale, Wombat. etc , Ramapithecus, Australopithecus bosei or Paranthropus bosei, Zinjanthopus bosei, Homo – erectus ( Java man, Peking man, Heidelberg man ), Homo – Sapiens ( Neanderthal man, Cro – Magnon man) to the modern humans with their development and structure of their Heart, their contributions to the formation of the modern humans. What is the origin of the heart? In which place the heart is situated? What is the weight of our (modern humans) heart? Can a person live without a heart? What is the function of the heart? How heart pumps blood to the body? What type of circulation takes place in the human heart? How big our human heart is? Why is our (modern humans) heart considered as the most developed in the world? Why does heart stop? What are heart sounds? What are the types of heart sounds? What causes the heart sounds heard with a stethoscope? What is the anatomy of the heart? Why heart is considered an important organ in the body? Why can’t people live if heartbeat stops? Where is heart located in? How many chambers are present in the heart? What is the number of heart beats per minute? What is the amount of blood pumped by heart? How much blood does the human heart pump in a lifetime? And Short notes on heart attack i.e. what is the definition of a heart attack? Why does a heart attack occur? What are the types of the heart attack? What happens if human get a heart attack? What are the symptoms of Heart attack? What are the causes of the Heart attack? What are the risk factors related to the Heart attack? What are the types of risk factors cause the Heart attack? What are the complications of a Heart attack? What types of diagnosis useful in detecting and treating a heart attack? What treatment is needed to treat heart attack patients? What are 5 strategies to be maintained after the heart attack? What to do after recovery from a heart attack? What is cardiac rehabilitation? Why cardiac rehabilitation is needed to heart attack patients? Does cardiac rehabilitation create positive effects? What are a lifestyle and home remedies are to be maintained? What type of coping and support should be given to heart attack patients? What are the immediate measures should be taken when you encounter an emergency of heart attack patient? What signs and symptoms list should be made to consult a doctor? What is a widow maker heart attack? What is the definition of a widowmaker heart attack? What are the symptoms of Widowmaker heart attack? What are the causes of Widowmaker heart attack? What are the risk factors related to Widowmaker heart attack? What are the complications of a widowmaker heart attack? What types of diagnosis useful in detecting and treating a widowmaker heart attack? What treatment is needed to treat heart attack patients? How to make over your lifestyle? What type of measures should be taken to stay away from a heart attack? What are 20 types of foods should be taken to keep your heart healthy? Solutions and answers of above questions, material and topics are included and cleared in this book.'

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wetlandwanderer · 5 years ago

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Northern Leopard Frog (Lithobates pipiens)

Today I’m going to be focusing on leopard frogs, specifically the Northern Leopard Frog as that’s what I have a recording of, however, I will put some information on the calls and ranges of all of the species of leopard frog found in North America (in addition to the Pickerel Frog).

The call of all leopard frogs have an overarching similarity in that they are often described as having a chuckle or hiccup like quality. The Northern Leopard Frog specifically has one of the longer calls in that it can be described as a long snore interrupted by short repeated hiccups or chuckles. When multiple of these frogs are together the snore can be lost and what is left is a jumble of overlapping hiccups (as can be heard in the recording).

The two most similar calls in this group that it could be mistaken for would be the Southern Leopard Frog (Lithobates sphenocephalus) and the Pickerel Frog (Lithobates palustris), but for two different reasons. The Northern and Southern Leopard Frogs both have the same chuckle quality to their calls that characterizes most of the leopard frogs, however the southern species’ call is much shorter and higher pitched with a sound interspersed throughout that sounds almost like someone rubbing a balloon. In comparison the pickerel’s call is more similar to the long snore that can often be heard from the northern species just without the chuckles throughout.

The Southern and Northern Leopard Frogs do not inhabit the same region for the most part as the Southern Leopard Frog is found everywhere south of Iowa and New Jersey. The Northern Leopard Frog’s range on the other hand extends from the southern edge of the Northwest Territories in Canada south to Iowa and north Kentucky and then west to Arizona, Nevada, and north California. It is by far the most pervasive species with the largest range amongst the leopard frogs.

The Pickerel is found everywhere east of Kansas and south of Quebec, with the exceptions of being found in east Texas and not being found through most of Illinois. The only other species of leopard frog the Northern Leopard Frog crosses over with otherwise is the Plains Leopard Frog, who thankfully has both a distinctive call and appearance that set it apart.

Physically leopard frogs look pretty similar, thankfully there is not a lot of crossover between most of their ranges, but for the species that do inhabit similar ranges here are some of the species specific traits to keep an eye out for. Pickerel Frogs specifically crossover with all four leopard frog ranges, so something to look for is the bright yellow coloration on the inner thighs of their hind legs. The other two species that have crossover with others are the Plains Leopard Frog (Lithobates blairi) and the Rio Grande Leopard Frog (Lithobates berlandieri), found respectively in the Great Plains regions north of Texas and east Texas south to Nicaragua. These two species have a broken dorsolateral fold. This is the ridge that goes down the sides of all leopard frogs unbroken, however, near the hind legs on these two species the ridge is split instead of being a straight line.

Their calls are also some of the most distinctive in the group as the Plains Leopard Frog’s call is more of a short “chuck” or 3 cut off laughs in a row, while the Rio Grande Leopard Frog’s call is much deeper then the other species and is in the form of short rapid trill that sound almost like someone rubbing a balloon but slowed down.

Since leopard frogs are one of the more recognized groups of frogs that many are pretty much guaranteed to run into at least sometime while in the US, I hope this expanded on some of their more distinctive traits for future observations.

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panfishonthefly · 5 years ago

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Fly Tying Friday - The Roman Candle

This week’s fly pattern was submitted by Robb Nicewonger. It is a fantastic streamer that can be modified to target a number of different warm-water species. The photographs in this post will certainly back that up! Robb tells the story better in his own words, so he will take it from here…

The Roman Candle was initially tied as an imitation of a conventional spinner bait. I wanted something with maximum flash to attract the attention of pre-spawn bass. The first ones had a flashabou tail and eyelash yarn body. The eyelash yarn is key—it’s a combination of stiff, holographic tinsel and embroidery floss, and when palmered makes a bulky, bright body. Hobby Lobby makes it in a few different colors, and they all do damage. It has become one of my favorite tying materials; I incorporate it into a lot of my streamers.

This original pattern worked great. Largemouth ate them up, and I quickly found out that big panfish and pickerel liked the fly too. I made a few tweaks—adding an attractor red bead and dubbed red collar. The lightly weighted version is my go-to fly as soon as the pond has open water. The plastic or glass bead gives the fly an irresistible, slow-sink action. It’s hard to fish incorrectly—fast retrieve, strip-and-pause, no retrieve, and drifted under an indicator all have caught plenty of fish. Don’t be afraid to throw this one at trout, too. Surprisingly, I’ve caught some good ones with a tungsten bead version.

The Roman Candle

Here is the current rendition, along with a couple of variations:

Pattern Recipe: Hook: Firehole 860 #6 (any 2-4xl hook will work, I like this in a size 4 or 6 best)

Bead: Red plastic or glass

Tail: Northern Lights Flash

Body: Hobby Lobby Holographic Eyelash Yarn

Collar: Red roe Letera’s Magnum dubbing

Tying Instructions:

Add bead

Tie in tail material right behind the bead and wrap back to the bend to make smooth underbody

Tie in eyelash yarn in the same way

Palmer yarn forward, pulling fibers backward as you wrap

Dub a thin noodle and make a small collar, whip finish

Optional: with a piece of Velcro, brush the yarn body to separate strands of embroidery floss

The Roman Candle (Panfish Version)

If I’m targeting bluegills specifically, I often omit the tail. The abbreviated fly looks like a flashy wooly worm and Is just as effective as the larger one with the panfish. Pattern Recipe:

Hook: Firehole 860 #8

Bead: Red plastic or glass

Body: holographic eyelash yarn

Collar: Red roe Letera’s magnum dubbing (can also use Chinese Red UniYarn)

The Full Dress Roman Candle

The “Full Dress Roman Candle” incorporates a center-tied dubbing head instead of a collar and fish mask that results in a more minnow-like profile. I like this version, but I’ll be quick to point out it’s not any more effective than the original and is also a little more complicated to tie. But I like the way it looks! Pickerel go nuts for this version.

Pattern Recipe:

Hook: Firehole 860 #4

Head: Fish mask size 5, secured with Solarez UV resin. Eyes are added and then coated again with Solarez.

Tail: Northern Lights Flash

Body: Hobby Lobby Holographic Eyelash Yarn

Collar: Two different colored clumps of magnum dubbing, center-tied and then pushed back over itself toward the rear of the hook. Pick your favorite colors—I like red or neon orange as the throat with any shade of gray, purple, green.

#The Roam Candle

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canadianvesselregistry · 2 years ago

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Canada’s Finest Boating Spots

Canada has many beautiful waterways that are perfect for boaters seeking a wilderness adventure. There are plenty of reasons to see the Great White North from the water, regardless of whether or not you live in Canada. Even a small glimpse of its natural splendor is something to be treasured. Furthermore, Canadians extend a warm welcome to anyone who wants to join in. Make sure you have all the required Transport Canada boat documentation for your trip in order to get the most out of this breathtaking experience.

In the following blog post, you’ll learn about some of the best places to boat throughout Canada. Remember, that in order to better sail around the stunning northern landscape, you’ll need a PLC and registration for your pleasure craft. As an extra safety measure, people who drive motorized boats must have a valid PCOC, which stands for “pleasure craft operator card.” Browse through our website to learn more about the required Canadian vessel paperwork.

Lake Okanagan, B.C. There’s more to Lake Okanagan than meets the eye. It is bordered by the cities of Vernon, Penticton, and Kelowna, and is well-known for the enormous orchards that provide fruit for the region’s acclaimed wine and cider. Tours and tastings at numerous wineries are available in each city, and there are also many excellent dining options to choose from. Several marinas line the coast, providing access to fuel, supplies, dining options, and moorings for watercraft. Water sports, sailboats, powerboats, houseboats, and other vessels of all shapes and sizes can be found everywhere. To be on or near Okanagan Lake is to be in the middle of the bustling action. The Okanagan is a great destination for those seeking both water-based and land-based adventures.

Dauphin Lake, MB Manitoba is known as “the land of 100,000 lakes,” despite the fact that freshwater is abundant throughout Canada. Dauphin Lake is widely considered to be the best representation of all that the province of Manitoba has to offer. Located to the north of Winnipeg and to the south of the much larger Lake Winnipeg, it has something for every type of water sports enthusiast. The shallowness (and warmth) of the lake itself makes it a favorite spot for water sports like wakeboarding, tubing, swimming, and fishing. The lake is also popular for its pickerel (walleye) fishing, where anglers can reel in some of Manitoba’s finest trophy fish. Dauphin is located near many beautiful rivers, such as the Valley River and the Wilson River, both of which are excellent fishing destinations. You can also launch your boat from Methley Beach in the town of Ste. Rose du Lac, where you’ll find a number of excellent restaurants serving a wide range of cuisines. The jewel of Manitoba, Dauphin Lake, is a hidden treasure.

Chaudière-Appalaches, Québec The Chaudière-Appalaches is one of Quebec’s most well-known historic regions, and it includes the St. Lawrence River, Lake St. François, and the St. Lawrence Water Trail. Its history dates back 350 years. You will never forget a trip to the Chaudière-Appalaches because there are so many fun things to do there, like water sports and heritage cruises.

The Great Lakes The Great Lakes are a collection of five large freshwater lakes (Superior, Huron, Erie, Michigan, and Ontario) that attract a lot of boaters every year. On the water, you’ll find a wide range of vessels, each owned by a captain with his or her own unique set of skills and experience. When it comes to boating, the Great Lakes are as close as you can get to being on the ocean.

While yachts of all sizes can find a comfortable home on Lake Superior, the other shores are open to boats of all shapes and sizes. The stunning landscapes and the abundance of port stops make this an ideal vacation. Great Lakes boaters can enjoy more time afloat than they might elsewhere.

Muskoka Lakes, ON Lake Muskoka is the centerpiece of the Muskoka Lakes region, which is also home to several other beautiful bodies of water, such as Lake Joseph, Lake Rosseau, and Lake of Bays. Muskoka was voted the best summer destination in the world by National Geographic Traveler, and it’s easy to see why after spending a day on the water. There are a number of public boat launches for the Muskoka lakes (Muskoka, Joseph, and Rosseau), but intrepid travelers who want more can head to the nearby Trent-Severn Waterway, which consists of 380 kilometers (km) of controlled waterways and 44 locks.

The Best Destinations Await You Canada, as you can see, is full of fantastic places to go boating. For this reason, you must ensure that your ship carries all relevant Canadian vessel documentation. Save time by getting in touch with us at our easy-to-use and a safe online portal. You can also reach the Canadian Vessel Registry by dialing 1 (800) 419-9569 and starting your adventure today.

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fishingrodsreelsandgear-blog · 6 years ago

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Haggerty Lures Bucktail Big Game Changer Muskie Pike Fly 8" Musky Fishing Lure Jointed

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Missing Attachment Bill Haggerty’s Musky Fishing Lure inspired by Blane Chocklett’s Game Changer fly. Hand tied with bucktail, premium Whiting Farms barred grizzly feathers and enough flash to drive Muskie, Pike and other big game wild. Deer hair is unique in the water, combining strength and durability with plenty of action to entice predator fish. Whether you fish the Northern Tier, Canada or any number of lakes and rivers across the US this lure will perform beautifully. Every Haggerty Lure is hand tied to order in the USA. Many are tied by US Veterans in our Vises for Vets project, signified by an American Flag sticker on our packaging. Well-thought out articulated flies are 8″ or longer on a sturdy Black Nickel 5/0 hook that can handle hard strikes and toothy critters. The joints allow the lure to move naturally in the water with increased action, mimics real fish movement. Called by many names, the Muskellunge always puts up one heck of a fight, and catching one on a Fly will be the highlight of your fishiing experience. Great for Northern Pike, Pickerel, Freshwater Stripers. This Muskie Lure works well for Trolling or fishing from Shore or cast it on a Fly Rod.

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fattymattybrewing · 6 years ago

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Have you ever wanted to escape to a cabin in the woods?

Can you feel the joy of nature?

This year we’re glamping!

I’ve found camping with my boys (7, 10 and 14) to be enjoyable while also a lot of work. A great solution to traditional tent camping is to rent a vacation home, cottage or cabin (hopefully in the woods, on a lake, with a covered front porch, jacuzzi hot tub, fireplace and Wifi.)

While researching for this post, I discovered GLAMPING HUB. It’s like Airbnb but for cabins and cottages! This blog received no monetary sponsorship for this mention but this glamping website is an impressive resource!

This summer, we’ll be camping more frequently than last year, by booking a few weekends in cabins, cottages and vacation homes in Wisconsin. I’m hoping the listings below give you a good range of different accommodations to fit your budget while providing a restful getaway for Valentine’s Day weekend or other romantic occasions.

“There is something of the marvelous in all things of nature.” —Aristotle

“One touch of nature makes the whole world kin.” —William Shakespeare

“It was in the forest that I found, the peace that passeth understanding” —Jane Goodall

“Now I see the secret of the making of the best persons. It is to grow in the open air, and to eat and sleep with the earth.” —Walt Whitman

Loon’s Landing Resort – St. Germain, WI

Loon’s Landing Resort in St. Germain, WI is located in northern Wisconsin, 10 miles from Minocqua and Eagle River, WI. The cabins at Loon’s Landing Resort are furnished with wifi, DVDs, a grill and refrigerator—even heat and a stovetop! Loon’s Landing also boasts a game room, swimming, fish cleaning station with bait shop, a lake with scenic views and an assortment of rentals including canoes, paddle boats, pontoon boats and more. Cabins are furnished with sheets, blankets, pillows, dishes and cooking utensils. Each cabin sleeps 4 to 6 guests and prices start at $89-99/night for off-season use. Visit Loon Landing Resort on Facebook for fun updates!

Loon’s Landing Resort 6978 Pickerel Lake Road St. Germain, WI 54558 715-479-9190 [email protected]

Virgin Timber Resort – Hayward, WI

This beautiful resort has many amenities for guests and this reflects in more expensive cabin rates of $250 (off-peak: $200) to as low as $115 (off-peak: $110) per night. Occupancies range from 2 (Little Perch-Cabin #7) to 10 guests (Big Musky #1). Check out the Virgin Timber Resort Facebook Page where they do a great job with updates about the Wisconsin northwoods business.

“Virgin Timber Resort offers year-round accommodations with seven original log cabins and one vacation home. The log cabins are authentic 1920s log cabins, each highlighted by a natural stone fireplace. Resort includes on-site bar/restaurant, lodge access with billiard and board games, DVDs, basketball court, playground and complimentary use of rowboats, kayaks, canoes, paddle-boats and paddle-boards. Cabins include fully equipped kitchens, linens, satellite TV, WiFi, picnic table, charcoal grill, fire-pit, and outdoor lawn furniture.”

Virgin Timber Resort 10820 N Moose Lake Rd Hayward, WI 54843 715-462-3269 [email protected]

Scenes around Virgin Timber and Moose Lake Friday June 16, 2017, in Hayward, Wis. (Photo by Robert Graves)

Little Pond Lodge – New Lisbon, WI

Little Pond Lodge is located in central Wisconsin near Mauston. Each cabin is “tucked into the woods around Little Pond” and feature fire pits, queen beds, gas fireplaces, kitchens and more. This small family business also features The Lodge, The Loft and The Luxe which are all beautiful vacation homes.

Little Pond Lodge N6768 Hwy 58 New Lisbon, WI 53950 608-847-4593 [email protected]

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HeartSong Cottage – Mineral Point, WI

This lovely vacation home is tucked on a hill in Mineral Point, Wisconsin—hometown to Our Family Reviews! HeartSong Cottage sleeps up to 8 guests, rates start at only $99 per night and is situated in a historic small town with cozy restaurants, unique shopping, art galleries, a brewpub and so much more! Mineral Point is conveniently located half way between Madison, WI and Dubuque, IA and is surrounded by beautiful destinations like Governor Dodge State Park, Shake Rag Center for the Arts, Frank Loyd Wright’s Taliesin, House on the Rock and 35 minutes from Galena, IL. Of all the cabins and cottages featured here for this Valentine’s Day getaway, this wonderful vacation home would be an ideal choice based on the price, amenities, location and guest occupancy of 8 with 3 bedrooms, 5 beds and easy self check-in!

“The house has been updated with modern conveniences but retains its old-world charm and elegance. A well equipped kitchen, super-comfy beds, and lots of natural light, make this perfect for a romantic getaway or family vacation.”

View the HeartSong Cottage Airbnb listing for booking information on this beautiful and unique getaway house. Read the recent coverage which included HeartSong Cottage in LIVABILITY who touted this cozy cottage as “worth braving the cold for.”

Log Cabin near Wolf River – Elton, WI

This amazing cabin near Elton, Wisconsin features accommodations for two guests and includes breakfast each morning, a wood-fired hot tub, a gazeebo, fire pit, kitchen, cozy bedroom, bbq grill and so much more. The price of this cabin is around $95 per night with no minimum on the number of nights. Pets and smoking are not allowed on site.

“This beautiful glamping site is located in northern Wisconsin in the city of Elton. The property is secluded and quiet, making it an ideal choice for a honeymoon, anniversary, or romantic weekend away. It is also just five miles from great cross-country ski trails at Gartzke Flowage Ski Area and only eight miles from the beautiful Wolf River, where glampers can go rafting, tubing, canoeing, or kayaking.”

Learn more about booking this cabin in the woods on on Glamping Hub.

Black Hawk Lake Recreation Area Cabins – Highland, WI

Situated in southwest Wisconsin in the heart of the Driftless area, the 5 cabins at Black Hawk Lake Rec. Area feature heat and electricity, A/C, charcoal grills, fire pits and picnic tables. The cabins are rustic with pit toilets and one central water hydrant. Inside, most cabins feature bunk beds and an indoor table. A two night stay minimum is required, rates are $70-95 per night and sleep between 6-12 guests, depending on cabin choice.

Blackhawk Lake Recreation Area 2025 County Highway BH Highland, WI 53543 608-623-2707 [email protected]

Cozy Tree House Cabin – Wisconsin Dells, WI

Bonus tip! I’ve discovered a Wisconsin Dells cabin treehouse with Queen Bed and bunk beds which sleeps four guests for around $100 per night and this booking includes “free tickets to Noah’s Ark Waterpark (Good 5/26/18 to 9/03/2018) & Timbavati Wildlife Park (Good 5/01/18 to 10/28/2018) complimentary with your stay.” Wow! We are for sure book reservations here!

Whether you’re looking for an off-the-grid cabin getaway, a cottage in the woods with wifi or a romantic luxury vacation home, Wisconsin has many opportunities for glamping this Valentine’s Day! What’s your your preference for where to stay on a romantic getaway?

Plan Your Wisconsin Cabins and Cottages Getaway

Feature photo by JOHNSON SCHMALING ARCHITECTS Nature quotes from GlobalStewards.org Many photos courtesy of Glamping Hub

Best cabins and cottages in Wisconsin for a Valentine’s Day getaway Have you ever wanted to escape to a cabin in the woods? Can you feel the joy of nature?

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Secrets of Central Park

By Tara Conry April 13, 2017

Central Park: It's big (843 acres exactly) and beloved (by about 40 million visitors annually) but how well do you really know New York City's premier playground? Former Central Park Conservancy employee Elizabeth Kaledin took amNewYork on a special tour and revealed some of the park's best-kept secrets and little-known historical facts.

It’s grown by a few blocks

Central Park experienced a pretty dramatic growth spurt in 1863. Until then, the park had stopped at 106th street but its designers -- Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux -- decided to extend it further north to 110th street. They had not included the additional north section of the park in their original design, because they did not think the large rock outcrop and the swamp behind it, which is now the Harlem Meer, could be made beautiful, Kaledin said. "But then they realized the land had no real estate value, so they included it in the park and now it's one of the most beautiful and beloved corners of Central Park."

The great lawn was a reservoir

Central Park's 55-acre Great Lawn has hosted concerts by music legends from Simon and Garfunkel to Jay Z and Beyoncé, along with countless picnics and Frisbee tosses. As far as lawns go, this one is world famous, but it wasn't part of Olmsted's and Vaux's original design. Until the 1930s, a body of water -- the Croton Reservoir -- occupied this space. But it was drained and filled with rubble from Rockefeller Center and the 8th Avenue subway, which were both being constructed at the time.

A film crew actually requested to 'blow up' a part of the park

There have been dozens of movies filmed in Central Park and the Central Park Conservancy has fielded its fair share of outlandish requests from film producers. According to the Conservancy's Elizabeth Kaledin, the craziest one came from producers of a Vietnam war movie. They asked if they could "blow up" the Ramble -- the 38-acre woodland in the middle of the park where over 270 species of birds have been sighted -- with real explosives, she said. They allegedly tried to convince the conservancy's leadership to approve the request by telling them the explosions would help turn the soil, but they were turned down.

The carousel once had a hidden horse Sure, the carousel in Central Park is cool now, but the original one was said to have been powered by a real four-legged animal. From 1873 to 1921, the "horses" that riders sat on were still wooden, but a live mule or horse hidden beneath the carousel actually made the fake ones move, Kaledin said. "The animals allegedly stopped and started when the operator tapped on the floor," she added. The current carousel, which is the fourth in the park's history, was discovered by the Parks Department abandoned in an old trolley terminal on Coney Island, according to Kaledin. Built in 1908, it is one of the largest in the country.

The waterfalls are the park's hidden gems "The best-kept secret is the northern section of the park," Kaledin said. Most visitors don't make it up this far, but those who do will stumble upon some of the park's hidden gems including the waterfalls in the Ravine, part of the 90-acre North Woods. Olmsted and Vaux designed this section of the park including the man-made waterfalls to resemble the Adirondacks.

The War of 1812 and NYC's oldest highway The northern section of the park also contains much history. During the War of 1812, Americans concerned about a British attack on New York built a fortification system here that included Fort Clinton, Nutter’s Battery and Fort Fish. And when the Conservancy was conducting restoration work in this area recently, an archeologist named Richard Hunter uncovered the remnants of a cobblestone highway called Kingsbridge Road, Kaledin said. It's believed to be the oldest highway out of the city.

There are clues on the lamp posts But if you ever do lose your sense of direction, just head to the nearest lamp post or "luminaires" as they are called. There are 1,600 throughout the park and each one can shed light on your current whereabouts. On the post, you'll see four numbers. The first two digits tell you the nearest street -- for instance, the above lamp post is closest to 83rd -- and the second set of numbers will indicate whether you are on the east or west side. Even numbers mean east, odd ones are west.

A sunken treasure was discovered in the reservoir The Central Park Reservoir offers breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline, but that wasn't always the case. For a period of time, an unsightly seven-foot chain link fence surrounded the 106-acre body of water, and obscured the views. But when scuba divers were given permission to dive into the Reservoir, they discovered, 40-feet below the surface, a chunk of the original cast iron fence that once surrounded it. That discovery inspired the Central Park Conservancy to erect the fence that stands today, which is a replica of the original one. In 1994, the reservoir was renamed the Jackie Kennedy Onassis Reservoir to honor the former first lady. She is one of the many celebrities who have exercised on the 1.58-mile running track that surrounds the reservoir.

Yes, you can go fishing in Central Park Few may know that fishing is permitted in Central Park and that the Harlem Meer, located at far north end of the park, is the best place to cast your reel, according to Kaledin. This body of water is home to carp, catfish, bass, pumpkinseed, chain pickerel and black crappie. And between April and October, the nearby Charles A. Dana Discovery Center rents out fishing poles for free with a valid I.D. and provides the bait. (It's actually corn, but we're told the fish love it.) Oh, there is one catch, though. There's a catch-and-release policy in place, so you can't keep whatever you do hook.

Strawberry Fields is a tear for Lennon Of course, everyone knows that the Strawberry Fields section of the park is a tribute to the late musician John Lennon, who was fatally shot on Dec. 8, 1980, near the entrance to his New York City apartment building on West 72nd Street. Since its dedication in 1985, Strawberry Fields, which is named after Lennon's "Strawberry Fields Forever" song, has garnered countless visitors. Many leave flowers, stuffed animals and photos of Lennon on the "Imagine" mosaic, but if they could get a bird's eye view of the park, they would see that Strawberry Fields is strategically shaped like a tear drop. This was done so at the request of Lennon's grieving widow, Yoko Ono Lennon, who worked with the landscape architect, Kaledin said.

A once-secret spot is now public For the first time since 1934, Central Park's Hallett Nature Sanctuary -- the area of the park that stretches from 60th to 62nd streets and was once crowded with overgrown weeds and plants -- is open to the public. The spot fully reopened last summer.

Whispering on this bench has consequences There's also a great spot for sharing secrets inside the Shakepeare Garden. Bring a buddy and climb to the top of the garden, where you'll find this unique-looking stone bench. Sit on one end and have your friend sit on the other, then, put your mouth near the bench and whisper a message. Your companion will hear it clear as a bell as the sound travels through the bench. Just make sure no one is sitting in between you, creating interference.

The sheep's meadow was exactly what it sounds like Today many visitors to Central Park flock to Sheep Meadow to relax on the lawn with a good book, but from 1864 to 1934 this space -- as its name suggests -- was home to an actual flock of sheep. The animals would roam here when not housed inside a nearby Victorian building that would later become the Tavern on the Green restaurant.

A taxi actually drove through the park in 'Die Hard' In the third "Die Hard" movie -- "Die Hard with a Vengeance" -- Bruce Willis is seen driving a yellow cab through Central Park with a screaming Samuel L. Jackson in the passenger seat. "They actually drove a taxi through Central Park," Kaledin said of the 1995 film. They drove down the Bridle Path around 72nd Street and jumped the wall onto 59th Street, she said, adding, "This wouldn't happen today."

There's only one straight path in the park Since New York City is very grid-like, the designers of Central Park -- Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux -- purposely made the paths and roads inside the park winding to give city dwellers a place where they could wander, said Kaledin. There is only one straight line in the whole park and it's the Mall. The quarter-mile stretch, which also happens to be the park's widest pedestrian way, is lined with American Elm trees that create a cathedral-like canopy over the path. "The park's designers saw what the city was going to be like and how badly people would need a place like this."

Belvedere Castle went under a major transformation This is what Central Park's Belvedere Castle looked like before the Central Park Conservancy was created. Rundown and covered with graffiti, it was just one example of the major decline the park experienced during the 1960s and 1970s as it was neglected due to financial woes. Its meadows had turned to dust bowls, its infrastructure was crumbling, and garbage and graffiti covered the park, which had become a hotbed for illegal activity. In 1980, a group of concerned citizens banded together to form the not-for-profit Conservancy, establishing a public-private partnership with the city. A Cinderella story And this is what the castle looks like today.

The Arsenal has served many purposes The Arsenal -- the medieval-looking building located on the east side of the park at Fifth Avenue and 64th Street -- is the headquarters of the city's Department of Parks and Recreation and the Central Park Zoo. But when it was built in the mid-1800s it was used to store munitions for New York State's National Guard. Through the years, it's also served as a police precinct, a weather bureau, the original home of the Museum of Natural History, and a makeshift zoo filled with animals on loan from circus founder P.T. Barnum, according to the Conservancy's website. Kaledin adds, "There are some crazy old photographs of elephants literally roaming around outside of the Arsenal." Of course, this was before the Central Park Zoo opened in 1934.

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If you want your dollhouse to be as lifelike as possible, you may want to think about decorating the area around your dollhouse with a realistic exterior. And every exterior is going to include some animals! They may vary depending on the "location" of your dollhouse (a beach house is going to be surrounded by very different animals than a farmhouse), so be sure to choose the right animals! Below is a list of zoological purchases you may want to consider for your dollhouse, including fish, farm animals, small critters, amphibians, and exotic animals.

Fish

Fish are a great choice to add to your dollhouse, whether you are planning to put them inside in a bowl or fish tank, or place them outside in a pond (or even by the sea if you have a beach house). They come in a variety of sizes and colors. Though they are too numerous to describe in detail, below is a list of some types of fish and crustaceans you can buy for your dollhouse.

Atlantic Salmon - Black Crappie - Carp - Chinese Black Carp - Chinese Gold Fish - Chinese Koi - Chum Salmon - Colored Carp - Common Carp - Crab - Cutthroat Trout - Fall Fish - Half Sided Pickerel - Half Sided Sword Fish - Koi Fish - Lake Whitefish - Lobster - Northern Pike - Rainbow Trout - Red Snapper - Sea Horse - Shrimp - Starfish - Sword Fish - Tropical Fish - White Catfish

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13 Florida Flowering Plants To Add Color To Your Landscape

Bringing vibrant colors into your landscape will create a more beautiful setting to enjoy. Here are 13 Florida flowering plants to add color to your landscape.

13 Florida Flowering Plants To Add Color To Your Landscape

Ahhh…color in the garden! As landscape designers and DIY gardeners, this is what we ultimately aim to achieve, right? If designed and considered properly, there could potentially be a sequence of blooming plants during the entire growing season. Adding color to the landscape doesn’t have to start and stop with just bloom color and we should always remember to include the seasonality of foliage color, fruit production and bark coloration.

There are so many options to consider that it can sometimes be overwhelming, but is sure is a lot of fun experimenting with plants to find out what the best combinations are. To provide a little inspiration, here are just a few of our Central Florida spring favorites and you might be surprised to find out that they can work in other climates outside of Florida.

Before we head down the plant rabbit hole, it has always been a personal goal to include as many regionally native plants into our landscape. Native plants have certain benefits that introduced plants do not and are incredibly simple to use! Native plants have become more commercially available than in the past and there are local nurseries that carry or specialize in native plants that are appropriate for your area. If you haven’t already, please take some time to learn about using native plants. We promise that you won’t regret it!

All the flowering plants below are actual photos we took of our backyard paradise and for your convenience we added Amazon links to order seeds, plants or bulbs if you can’t find them at your local nursery.

Central Florida Native Spring Flowering Plants

Blue Flag Iris (Iris virginica)

OK, leading off is a beautiful Blue Flag Iris (Iris virginica) that just happens to be native to Central Florida. Everyone is familiar with the bearded and Japanese Iris varieties, but this show off is great for wet areas and we have ours in the Rain Garden. DIYers at little further north can also look for Northern Blue Flag (Iris versicolor). They love to have moist soil or even constantly wet feet and work wonderfully in combination with softer textured plants like the Ostrich Fern (Matteuccia struthiopteris) in this photo. When in bloom, this plant will absolutely stop you on your tracks!

Black Eyed Susans

Ah…Rudbeckias! Oops, sorry, Black Eyed Susans! When Dean first came to Central Florida, he swore that Black Eyed Susans would not be a part of his southern gardens because they are so common everywhere else. Then he came across the Florida native Rudbeckia hirta and he hasn’t been the same since!

These little rays of sunshine are different from the northern Goldstrum Black Eyed Susans (Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii ‘Goldstrum’) since it is considered an annual even in the south. If you let this plant go fully to seed, new plants will come back every year and this grouping in the Upland Garden started out as just 5 plants a couple of years ago, so hold on tight!

Spiderwort (Tradescantia ohioensis)

Spiderwort (Tradescantia ohioensis) is a staple of the native, wildflower garden and provides a bulletproof color display in the Spring. It loves moist to wet soil and is the first plant to emerge in our Rain Garden. Spiderwort, like all flowers in the dayflower family, are considered ephemeral since the blooms/flowers only stay open one day, but there are so many of them that you may never notice!

They are also edible, but we haven’t tried munching any yet. Some varieties of Spiderwort are considered invasive, so please make sure to consult your local lists to make sure that you are picking plants appropriately.

Trumpet or Coral Honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens)

With one of the most prolific blooms of any native vine, Trumpet or Coral Honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens) is a great addition to any trellis/green wall, pergola or even chain link fence. This spring bloomer will require some support and there are a couple of different varieties available, but we like to stick to the true native since it has an amazing, red tubular bloom that attracts hummingbirds and butterflies.

Trumpet Honeysuckle has a natural range all along the Eastern Seaboard as far north as Massachusetts and extends westward into Texas. This is a great vine for full sun and dry or mesic soils.

Canna (Canna sp.)

Grandma loves Canna and we know why! As one of the most versatile plants with a seemingly unending choice of varieties Canna (Canna sp.) is one of those spring blooming plants that you notice from 1/2 a mile away! We have a bed down by the fire pit that is dedicated entirely to Canna with a native Redbud tree (cercis canadensis) for accent.

These red Cannas were rescued from a neighbor that had bug up the rhizomes and put them at the curb. We also have native Cannas (Canna flaccida) planted down by the edge of our wet woodland that will bloom later on in the season in combination with Pickerel Weed (Pontederia cordata) for a more naturalized look.

Canna ‘Tropicanna‘ is also featured in a container planter that greets you when you come to the front door, so as you can see there are numerous opportunities to incorporate this blooming beacon into your landscape!

Coreopsis

We have a winner! Did you know that Coreopsis is the state wildflower of Florida? Yep, and we are happy to include this fine textured cutie in our landscape. Our northern friends are probably familiar with the varieties of Coreopsis ‘Zagreb’, Coreopsis verticillata ‘Moonbeam’ or even pink variety, Coreopsis rosea, but the native for us is Leavenworth’s Coreopsis (Coreopsis ‘Leavenworthii)

Also known commonly as Tickseed, Coreopsis in Florida is considered a short lived perennial that lasts about 3-4 seasons, but is happy to provide new plants for you by re-seeding. These low maintenance plants are happy in just about any soil and soak up all the sun can give them. They will grow between 1′-3’, so using them as a border or edging is a great spot for them in your garden!

Indian blanket flower, also known as Gaillardia pulchella

Indian Blanket flower, also known as Gaillardia pulchella, is a sturdy Central Florida native that has incredibly attractive blooms that scream “FOOD” to many different types of butterflies. Much to Diane’s disdain (she thinks they look weedy before they bloom, but that is a different story), these plants re-seed themselves prolifically and are a great ground cover for sunny areas.

Besides being another Florida flowering plant to add color to your landscape they also make a great cut flower to bring in and enjoy in colorful arrangements. Tough and rugged, you can pretty much plant them anywhere in full sun and they have a great salt tolerance so they are ideal for coastal plantings.

Scarlet or Tropical Sage (Salvia coccinea)

Scarlet or Tropical Sage (Salvia coccinea) is another Central Florida native that is considered annual, but re-seeds at an incredible rate! Make sure to give these plants plenty of room to grow and you will be rewarded with continuous red blooms that attract numerous pollinators, butterflies, hummingbirds, nut-hatches, warblers and bumblebees.

We cut these back all the way to the ground during December and January after blooming just to keep them tidy and they are a great addition to the Wildflower Garden!

Crossvine (Bignonia capreolata)

Are you looking for something that is a little unusual or not well known? Well, Crossvine (Bignonia capreolata) may be the plant just for you! This native vine is a prolific grower and spring bloomer that will quickly cover a trellis, pergola or fence. It loves full sun and grows in soils ranging from wet to dry and might be a little of a challenge to source, but check with native plant nurseries or a variety known as ‘Tangerine Beauty’ Crossvine.

The native range is as far north as Kentucky and covers almost all of the Southeast. It is an early nectar source for hummingbirds and can grow as tall as 50′, so give this puppy something to grow on and plenty of room!

Non-Native Flowering Plants

Shasta Daisy

Come on, you aren’t really a daisy, are you? Actually, the Shasta Daisy is part of the Chrysanthemum family (Chrysanthemum maximum or Chrysanthemum x superba)! Up north, this show off is considered a perennial, but in Central Florida we don’t expect it to get past the heat and humidity of July! We have included it as an annual in the Coneflower Garden in combination with Purple Coneflowers (Echinacea) and Black Eyed Susans (Rudbeckia). We’ll let it go to seed and see what happens next year, but appreciate it’s contribution to brightening up our springtime!

Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia reginae)

Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia reginae) is probably one of the most distinctive plants in the garden. This is what we would consider a strong architectural plant and the showy blooms actually consist of blue petals, orange sepals that emerge from a modified leaf. In the southern garden, this plant will grow between 3′-5′ and our northern friends should consider growing this as a container plant to be able to bring it inside during cold periods or winter. If nothing else, go to the florist and grab an arrangement of freshly cut blooms to create some “wow” factor!

You might be wondering why we keep including the Botanical or Latin names of plants instead of just the Common name? Well, this plant is a great example of why. If you walk into a garden center and ask for a Bird of Paradise, you might find yourself with a Giant Bird of Paradise (Strelitizia nicoloia) which can grow over 20′ tall! Not what you expected or wanted! You don’t have to get a Master of Latin Studies to speak fluently, but you should at least write down the correct Botanical name to make sure you are getting exactly what you want.

Wax Begonias (Begonia spp.)

Yorkies planted in the garden can be great for bringing a little color to shady areas! They can whine constantly and be a little fixated, but the effort is worth it! Especially when you combine them with the versatile Wax Begonias (Begonia spp.).

If you don’t like the combination of Yorkies and Red Leaf Begonias, try Green or Bronze Leaf Wax Begonias, Dusty Millers or Impatiens (yes, not Impatients)! New varieties of Begonias can take full sun and there is even a Begonia that can grow to 3′ tall! Plant these en masse to create dramatic color displays and if you buy them in the 24 pack trays at the garden center, place two small plants in each hole to get more instant bang.

Confederate or Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides)

The fragrance of Confederate or Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides) is unmistakable and unforgettable! As we walk the dogs throughout the neighborhood in the spring, we are greeted often by the fragrance of these incredible blooms! We feature Confederate Jasmine on a green wall/trellis on the west elevation of our house. Combined with Red Mandevilla (Mandevilla x.) on the green wall. Confederate Jasmine is the true harbinger of springtime and the fragrance drifts into the house and is even stronger when sitting on the lanai!

We hope you enjoyed our backyard tour of 13 Florida flowering plants to add color to your landscape. If you haven’t visited our blog post on 4 steps to successful planting or need gardening gifts ideas we hope you find these helpful too.

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