Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman";} Scuba Lessons Inc. is a co-op of PADI professionally trained scuba diving instructors, dive boat charters, captains, equipment specialist and general scuba experts. Together their goal is to make scuba diving more accessible and affordable for everyone. They offer dive charters, dive lessons, dive trips, dive equipment consulting and an online store.

Kissimmee Outdoor Adventures, located just south of Orlando in friendly Kissimmee, offers a variety of ways to experience the real Florida and enjoy the beauty and history of Kissimmee, according to the website. A slow ride aboard a pontoon boat through various regions of the park will keep all members of the family happy, while a wide selection of activities like kayaking, birding, eco-tours, island tours, or bass fishing charters will also be sure to please. If none of the above sound attractive, you can create your own day of activities with their help. Kissimmee Outdoor Adventures provides the whole family with memories of a lifetime. -Diane Dilov-Schultheis

PegHorn Nature Park and Trail is located in the friendly town of St. Cloud, just east of Kissimmee and a little southeast of Orlando. The park encompasses 58 acres of native flora and wildlife, giving visitors to the park a chance to experience the natural Florida setting as it has been for years. PegHorn Nature Park and Trail features a number of ranger-led activities for kids of all ages, plus a look into life in the late 1800s in the form of an onsite Cracker Village displaying the heritage of the area. The park offers easy-to-follow trails leading through the wetlands. -Diane Dilov-Schultheis

Located just a short distance south of downtown Orlando in St. Cloud, Lake Lizzie Preserve provides a breathtaking natural setting the whole family can enjoy. It is a great place to go to get back to Mother Nature and away from all the hustle and bustle of the Orlando attractions. Encompassing 984 acres, Lake Lizzie Preserve contains 14 miles of walking or hiking trails, numerous horse trails, plus an abundance of natural wildlife that can be viewed throughout the undeveloped sections of the park. It contains two lakes, Lake Lizzie and Trout Lake, and is part of the "Great Florida Birding Trail" too. - Diane Dilov-Schultheis

Magic Sunrise Ballooning is located in Kissimmee, a little south of Orlando. Here you can experience this popular central Florida area from a different perspective. Soar high above the region for about an hour looking down over breathtaking blue lakes and numerous waterways, endless cypress and orange trees observing the beautiful Florida landscape and many famous attractions. Magic Sunrise Ballooning adventures begins in the early hours as you witness and take part in the inflation of the magnificent hot air balloon prior to leaving on your wonderful journey. The total time for the complete adventure including the setup, flight and the post-flight party is three or more hours. - Diane Dilov-Schultheis

Big Toho Airboat Tours is located on the Big Tohopedkaliga Lake and Creek, south of Orlando in Kissimmee. The tour is in the northern part of the Florida Everglades and provides a glimpse into the natural Florida beauty of the area. Experience Florida onboard an airboat gliding through the water at both fast and slow speeds. Go places that is only possible to go on board an airboat. Learn the history and environmental concerns of the area from a very informative and experienced captain. Big Toho Airboat Tours provides airboat tours featuring sightseeing, fishing charters and gator hunts as well. - Diane Dilov-Schultheis

If you've got small children who love to touch some furry critter, here is the place to go. This popular farm caters to the needs of more than 300 farm animals, and all are pleased to be petted. Pony rides are available too, and both adults and children can try their fingers at milking a cow. Tractor-drawn hayrides are popular diversions, and there's also a little train that chugs around the ranch.

Owner, Captain Bill Daniel is a U.S. Coast Guard-licensed seaman, a conservationist, and a river historian. Who better to take you and your family on a tour of Florida's pristine St. John's River? The 90-minute tour includes backwaters and marshland, where you'll almost certainly get an up-close view of some of Florida's famous wildlife. Encounter alligators, bald eagles, otters, manatees, osprey and deer, to say nothing of indigenous cypress trees. Tours leave from a variety of Central Florida venues; by appointment only.

Take a trip to this 70-acre park and see thousands of alligators and crocodiles up close. Visit breeding pens, nurseries and rearing ponds. Children love the site's mini water park, and the petting zoo boasts goats, lambs and other barnyard animals. Make sure to walk the 2000-foot boardwalk winding its way through a cypress swamp. If you get hungry, grab a bite at the on-site Pearl's Smokehouse. The menu features smoked alligator ribs and deep-fried gator nuggets.

The Black Hammock Adventures Complex provides guests many things to see and plenty to do. It is located on the shoreline of Lake Jesup in Oviedo. Anyone who wants to see Florida's natural beauty or escape from the overcrowded and noisy theme parks should make this quick trip northeast. Make plans to spend a few hours or the entire day, depending on your agenda. The complex features Black Hammock Airboat Rides, The Lazy Gator Bar and Black Hammock Restaurant as well as The Wildlife Exhibit, which includes a marina and gift shop. Come see why the locals are return visitors on a regular basis. -Diane Dilov-Schultheis