Northeast Florida's Outdoor Journal
Last December, the Barker family gathered around the tree on Christmas morning in the family room of their riverfront home. Homeowner Mike Barker looked out the window at the Ortega River and was met with a disgusting sight. A man … Continued
Those looking to try something unique instead of the traditional Thanksgiving turkey might consider another white-meat dish: Lionfish. Lionfish have rapidly populated Florida waters in the last 25 years with an appetite that threatens the population of many local species. … Continued
Jacksonville, FL — Two winters ago, a battered-looking boat showed up in the Ortega River just east of the Highway 17 Bridge. Its wooden hull appeared worn through in places. Rotted wood on the cabin had been patched with plywood … Continued
