Category Archives: Journal Entry

Nature Hikes (Late May – Early June 2025) – Eliza

Posted on June 2, 2025 by Eliza Ayres

Here is a compilation of hikes I have done recently this spring, at Princess Place Preserve, briefly at Bulow Woods and then Graham Swamp Trail, off of Old Kings Road, Palm Coast. A week ago (May 27th) I took a … Continue reading →

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Late May Nature Walks – Eliza

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Eliza Ayres

This collection of photos are from an assortment of short hikes I took in mid to late May 2025. The magnolia is a native tree and planted in many local gardens. This one is at Washington Oaks Gardens and is … Continue reading →

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Late April – Early May Nature Hikes – Eliza

Posted on May 10, 2025 by Eliza Ayres

The rose was to get your attention. The following photos were taken on several outings, four I think, to Princess Place, Bulow Woods, River to Sea Preserve, and Washington Oaks Gardens. As you can see the new camera is working … Continue reading →

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Late April Hikes – Princess Place & Bulow Woods

Posted on April 26, 2025 by Eliza Ayres

Inspired by my escapade on Monday, I returned on Thursday to Princess Place to scout another route connecting the Equestrian Trail and the Long Leaf Trail that wasn’t quite as long. This time I started at the old Hominy Branch … Continue reading →

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Pellicer Creek Trail & Equestrian Trail | Eliza

Posted on April 22, 2025 by Eliza Ayres

Monday the 21st of April, I took on a huge walk through a portion of woods I had never ventured in before. I parked at the Power Line in Pellicer Creek Preserve and took off on foot north along the … Continue reading →

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Washington Oaks Gardens Rose Fest – Eliza

Posted on April 17, 2025 by Eliza Ayres

Today I set out to Washington Oaks Gardens State Park to see what flowers were blooming. I started out by going north on Hwy 1 to Dupont Corner and SR 206. I did that to avoid the construction congestion in … Continue reading →

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North Peninsula and Bulow Creek State Parks

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Eliza Ayres

Photos by Eliza Ayres, April 14, 2025 Okay, I headed out for my second outing with the new camera. First I walked the two-mile trail of North Peninsula State Park. Then, I headed to Tomoka State Park to pick up … Continue reading →

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Nature Walk @ Princess Place, Mid-April 2025

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Eliza Ayres

Well, folks, I took my “new” camera out for a trial run at Princess Place. Practically every time I go out on these outings, I learn a bit more about Florida flora, plant life. Apparently there is more than one … Continue reading →

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Nature Walks – Eliza

Posted on March 29, 2025 by Eliza Ayres

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pitcher_plant This post is kind of a test to see if my camera still works. I’m not sure yet if the fuzziness is due to a wet lens or just the growing humidity here in Florida. You see, folks, Eliza … Continue reading →

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Spring Extravaganza – NE Florida Nature Walks

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Eliza Ayres

Here is a few photos from my early to mid-March outings. I was determined to get to Washington Oaks Gardens knowing the azaleas and camellias would be out in full display and was able to get there twice. What a … Continue reading →

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