You may have heard that Florida is wild. In Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, that's not a metaphor. Whether you're here for rustic camping and hunting, nature walks through pristine wilderness, water adventures, or pure wildlife-watching, this is the place for it. Into the Wild Babcock/Webb Wildlife…
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Picnics have a long and storied history, so much so that there’s both an International Picnic Day, on June 18, and a National Picnic Day, on April 23. Of course, you don’t need to wait for either of those days, especially in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach, to stage your own perfect picnic. Whether you…
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Present-Day Conservation for the Future In Florida, water is our greatest and most valuable resource. Not only does it support our biodiverse lands and wildlife, it gives us a place to explore, to learn, to relax, and to refresh. Visitors from around the world are drawn to our beaches and…
Read More — Responsible Travel Tips for Visiting Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach
Punta Gorda's parks, alongside plenty of events that take place in them throughout the year, are a big part of what makes this historical little city so enjoyable to explore. There are 19 parks covering more than 100 acres, and nearly all of them have picnic tables or benches where you can sit and…
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Meet the Wildlife of Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is genuinely wild, in the best possible way. Alligators are a fact of life here. So are dolphins, bobcats, sea turtles, bald eagles, and a staggering variety of birds (and one special Florida-only bat) that will delight…
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These expert fishing tips come from a true fishing authority: Captain Debbie Hanson, a professional fishing guide, sport fishing advocate, and award-winning outdoor writer. Few things soothe the soul like time spent outdoors in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach. Whether you're a bird watcher, angler…
Read More — Making the Most of Your Day at Babcock/Webb Wildlife Management Area
