Nature In Orlando

by: JackieRudolph
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The term Nature Deficit Disorder was coined by Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder. (Research shows that our children today have a lack of appreciation of nature due to a lack of time spent outside.) Some of our children are urban bound and do not have access to nature centers or state parks. Other children are overly 'plugged in.' They spend too much time in front of video games, television, and the computer and not enough time outside. Mr. Louv believes that children should be outside playing, fising camping, biking, hiking, or taking part in other outdoor activities that foster an appreciation for nature.

Mr. Louv is co-founder of Children and Nature Network. You can learn more about him, his work and the site at www.childrenandnature.org.

I would like to take this opportunity to point out some vacation destinations in Florida that you and your family can enjoy together which will help foster an appreciation of nature in your children.

Boggy Creek Airboat Rides take riders into the Florida Everglades to see birds, turtles, and other animals in their natural environment. Please visit www.bcairboats.com for tour information.

Florida Eco-Safaris at Forever Florida. Visitors can take a horseback or coach safari to see panthers, coyotes, bears, bobcats, and other animals in their natural habitat. They can see how a real ranch is run as well. Please visit the website for the many options available. www.floridaecosafaris.com.

Gatorland has educational wildlife programs, reptile shows and more. It is a themepark and wildlife preserve. Please visit www.gatorland for more information.

Green Meadows Petting Farm is in a pristine country setting with more than 300 animals. Visitors will enjoy a 2-hour guided tour and enjoy petting animals like: pigs, cows, donkeys, and more. Please visit www.greenmeadowsfarm.com for more information.

The Silver Springs Nature Park in Ocala, Florida has glass bottom boats to let its visitors enjoy the view of fish, shellfish, turtles, and alligators. You can visit the petting zoo and see habitats of endangered species. Visit www.silversprings.com.

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