Archive for ‘Outdoor Activities’

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Walt Disney World Marathon information

If you’re interested in the Disney Marathon, you’re best bet is to head on over to the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend website. From there, you’ll be able to register for the various events (those that are still open) and get information on the activities that surround the big weekend. You’ll also be able to […]

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Summer Camp at Leu Gardens

This summer, send your kids to Leu Gardens for a week of hikes, activities, games, crafts and artwork centering on plants and insects. Designed for the young explorer who has completed fourth, fifth or sixth grade, the July 21-25 camp will allow kids to enjoy the outdoors and learn a little about their surroundings.
Preregistration and […]

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Running through Orlando

On Sunday morning, my wife and I competed in our first 15K race as part of Disney’s Minnie Marathon Weekend. Starting in the Animal Kingdom parking lot, our 9.3 mile run featured a trip through Disney’s Hollywood Studios before a finishing mile around Epcot’s World Showcase. Nearly 3000 runners completed the journey. At least two […]

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Search for public art in Orange County

“Remember treasure hunts? Here’s one that’s good for adults, families and people of all ages.”
Those are the words of the Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs office regarding the Public Art Treasure Caches they have hidden near pieces of public art all around Orange County. These Caches have been hidden in an effort to let […]

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Tibet-Butler Preserve

According to the Interpretive Trail Guide I picked up today, …
The Tibet-Butler Preserve was purchased in 1989 by the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) through the Save Our Rivers Program, to protect the watershed along Lake Tibet-Butler on the Butler Chain of Lakes. In addition to views of the lake, the Preserve showcases […]

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Looking back at the Great Public Art Challenge

If you missed out on the Great Public Art Challenge, here’s a video that has been posted on YouTube. Below the video is a press release regarding the event.

Last Saturday, April 12, downtown professionals, young urban dwellers, families and art enthusiasts gathered together to participate in The Great Public Art Challenge. The event was hosted […]

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