The Nature Coast is one of the only places you can be inshore fishing for Redfish, Snook or SeaTrout then minutes later be fishing a shallow water rock pile or ledge and pull out some big gag grouper. Because of our shallow coast, when the temps start dropping big grouper start heading inshore to seek warmer waters with structure. Because of the mass amount of spring fed rivers that lead directly to the gulf, it tends to keep our nearshore waters a bit warmer than offshore. T

It’s not often that during your paddle sesh a Raccoon climbs aboard to hitch a ride!

If approved - New rules will be in effect for spotted seatrout. Learn more here!

It might be a feather weight, but this tiny mantis shrimp packs a punch! Watch the worlds deadliest shrimp break barriers...

When speaking to first timers to our area the first question/fears they have for kayaking is "Are there any alligators?" and "We're afraid of Alligators!". While it's pretty uncommon for our guests not to see any alligators on their adventure paddling down to the springs... we can never guarantee that they won't paddle right on by one! Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission wants you to know that by following a few simple rules, we can co-exist with these amazing reptiles that