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• A Land Shaped by Water: The Story of Merritt Island

  Introduction

• Brown Pelicans at Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge

  Brown pelicans (Pelecanus occidentalis) photographed at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge illustrate the deep ecological interdependence between coastal birds, mangrove ecosystems, and estuarine productivity. Once ...

• Castillo de San Marcos: The Oldest Masonry Fort in the US

  Introduction: Why Castillo de San Marcos Still Matters

• Shark Week: The Jaw-Dropping History of TV’s Most Famous Week

  Sharks! Just the word makes people think of sharp teeth, dark ocean waters, and thrilling music from the movie Jaws. But there’s one event that really brings the world’s attention to these amazing creatures every year—Sh...

• St. Augustine – Surrounded by Water, Pirates, and Shipwrecks

  When people talk about St. Augustine, Florida, they often call it “the oldest city in the United States.” Founded by the Spanish in 1565, St. Augustine is more than just a quaint coastal town with cobblestone streets and...

• Steamboats and Space Dreams: The History of Florida’s Space Coast

  Florida’s Space Coast is famous for rockets, astronauts, and the roar of launches that shake the sand along Cocoa Beach. But before NASA and SpaceX turned this part of Florida into the heart of space exploration, the Ind...

• The History of the Ponce Inlet Lighthouse

  When we think of Florida’s coastline, most people imagine sunny beaches, blue waves, and palm trees swaying in the breeze. But hidden along the state’s shores are reminders of a much tougher past—one where ships often st...

• The Maritime Influence on Cassadaga: Spirits and Seas

  When you think about Cassadaga, Florida, images of fortune tellers, séances, and spiritual healing probably come to mind. This little town in Volusia County is often called the “Psychic Capital of the World,” and for goo...

• The Sharks of Malpelo Island: Nature’s Secret Stronghold in the P

  Hidden in the wide, blue waters of the eastern Pacific Ocean is a rocky island bursting with life. It’s called Malpelo Island, and though it's tiny and tough to reach, it's one of the best places in the world to see shar...