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Birds of the Florida Everglades

December 20, 2018  |  By Matthew Koenig
The Florida Everglades, rich in history, beauty and culture, are also home to some of the most magnificent creatures the North America has to offer; birds. As the only subtropical preserve in all of North America, the Everglades provides the most significant breeding grounds for…
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Dry Season Offers Greater Access to Everglades Wildlife

December 13, 2018  |  By Matthew Koenig
Millions of people flock to South Florida each year, a few more at this time of year. While the beaches and golf courses are fantastic, many come to the Everglades to see the majesty of a subtropical ecosystem in action. Everyone wants to see an…
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The Best Season of the Year

December 11, 2018  |  By Matthew Koenig
As most of the country has experienced some harsh winter elements already, Florida Seminole Tourism is gearing up for its busiest part of the year, Winter season.  As one of only a handful of subtropical locations in North America, the Florida Everglades boasts mild weather, gorgeous…
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Fishing the Florida Everglades

November 29, 2018  |  By Matthew Koenig
About one third of Everglades is comprised of water, making for solid fishing and small-craft boating and fishing.Snapper, trout, redfish, largemouth bass, and bluegill are found everywhere! The Everglades is covered by thousands of mangroves and twisting waterways that are home to a wide variety…
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No Shortage of Things to do in the Florida Everglades

November 28, 2018  |  By Matthew Koenig
When you come to the Florida Everglades, you are in for a real treat. There are so many things to do, see, touch and learn! The Florida Everglades conjures descriptions of a vast swampland with alligators, birds, panthers, frogs and snakes. This wild environment, covering…
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Big Cypress RV Resort

Top Five Reasons to Retire to an RV

November 15, 2018  |  By Matthew Koenig
If you often find yourself daydreaming of what it would be like to quit your job, hop in an RV and spend the rest of your days exploring, sunbathing, and pike driving into tranquility, you’re not alone. Recreation vehicles are a multi-billion-dollar industry, raking in…
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Big Cypress Reservation Hosts Two Holiday Events

November 12, 2018  |  By Matthew Koenig
The holiday season is just about here, and you wouldn’t be left out in the cold when you come to Seminole Big Cypress Reservation. As a matter of fact, things are heating up with two great events that will highlight the season of giving. First,…
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Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum

Top 4 Reasons to Visit the Seminole Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum

November 1, 2018  |  By Matthew Koenig
The Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Big Cypress Reservation is a well-established tourist destination located in the Florida Everglades. Each day we welcome visitors to the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum.  Everyday local Floridians and worldwide visitors make their way to the Seminole Big Cypress Reservation for the opportunity…
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Protecting the Everglades is Vital

October 30, 2018  |  By Matthew Koenig
Conserving and protecting the Florida Everglades and its wildlife is a top priority for the Seminole Tribe. It’s been said that “the land and Seminoles are one, and if the land perishes, then so do the Seminoles.” With countless species of animals, many endangered or…
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Two Halloween Events in Full Swing at Billie Swamp Safari

October 25, 2018  |  By Matthew Koenig
Billie Swamp Safari still has two terrific Halloween events going on through October 31st, but they will be gone before you know it. Make plans now to join us on Seminole Big Cypress Reservation and Billie Swamp Safari to join in the fun. If being…
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