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Episode 99: Florida's Water Playgrounds

Florida Spectacular

English - March 29, 2023 16:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB - ★★★★★ - 5 ratings
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This week, The Florida Spectacular welcomes CJ Oliverio, who talks about Florida springs, how to enjoy them, and which ones are his favorites. Cathy and Rick also celebrate the 101st episode and talk about why it's ill-advised to scuba dive with gators. 

CJ Oliverio is the CEO and founder of Play Hard Florida Adventures, a team of tour guides who offer adventures across the state.  His business has a mission to support Florida environmental nonprofits. 

Links we mentioned

Play Hard Florida

Water State Festival

The State of Water art exhibit

Florida Springs Institute

Florida Springs Council

King's Bay

Itchetucknee River

Florida's Most Wasteful Crop

Links we didn't mention but you may like

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