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Birding

Upper Withlacoochee River

The relatively undeveloped Upper Withlacoochee River is cold and swift, and it provides a great wildlife viewing experience for boaters. Withlacoochee is a Native American word meaning “crooked river” and it certainly lives up to its name! As you drift

Marsh Bend “Outlet” Park

March Bend Outlet

Stop by and check the shoreline of this small county park for Limpkin, Snowy Egret, Belted Kingfisher, Wood Duck and other waterbirds. A boat launch allows access to a tributary of Lake Panasoffkee, and the adjacent hardwood hammock makes birding

Lake Panasoffkee Wildlife Management Area

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This huge property has 18 miles of multiuse trails, which provide plenty of opportunity to enjoy birds and wildlife. To begin, check the open grassy area and oaks near the parking area for Red-headed Woodpeckers and Sherman’s Fox Squirrels, and

Florida Bass Conservation Center

This site, formerly known as the Richloam State Fish Hatchery is tucked into the vast Green Swamp, just inside the Sumter County line. This state-of-the-art fish hatchery and research facility might seem an unlikely birding spot. Instead, its 60-plus ponds

Pilaklikaha

Abraham's Town sign

Play to learn more about Pilaklikaha and Abrahams Town The town of Pilaklikaha, was established in 1813 by Black Seminoles. Meaning “many ponds” in the Mikasuki language, Pilaklikaha was the largest and most prosperous Black Seminole town in Florida, with

Blackjack Sporting Clays

If clay pigeons are your preferred pursuit while enjoying the shooting sports, Blackjack Sporting Clays in Sumterville is a must stop. Nestled among 100 acres of Florida’s natural beauty, Blackjack Sporting Clays aims to provide a world-class shooting experience, for

City of Webster designated as a “Bee City”

bee on a flower

The City of Webster has been designated as a “Bee City” by Bee City USA. Webster is the only city in the State of Florida to obtain this designation. Bee City USA affiliates across the country that are making an impact

Flippers Pizzeria

We seek out the finest ingredients available and deliver them fresh to our restaurants. Our pizzas are prepared with passion and baked to perfection in our brink ovens for your enjoyment!

Bushnell Public Library

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The Villages® Public Library at Pinellas Plaza

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