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","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/how-morgan-the-golden-spent-her-summer","title":"How Morgan the Golden Spent Her Summer","date_modified":"2026-09-15T18:50:11Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/rescue-of-30-beluga-whales-from-shuttered-marineland-canada","html_content":"

It seemed like it took forever for political decisions to be made and cooperation with the Canadian government to take place with the US, and all the facilities that would eventually become involved. But finally, a major...

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/rescue-of-30-beluga-whales-from-shuttered-marineland-canada","title":"Rescue of 30 Beluga Whales from Shuttered Marineland Canada","summary":"It seemed like it took forever for political decisions to be made and cooperation with the Canadian government to take place with the US, and all the facilities that would eventually become involved. But finally, a major...","date_modified":"2026-08-11T12:05:20Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/simply-nature-wildlife-creative-conservation","html_content":"

Embracing the Art of Conservation

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/simply-nature-wildlife-creative-conservation","title":"Simply Nature & Wildlife: Creative Conservation","summary":"Embracing the Art of Conservation","date_modified":"2026-04-10T17:41:48Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/morgan-the-golden","html_content":"

Morgan asked to be in her own journal in 2026 and wanted to get an early start.

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/morgan-the-golden","title":"Morgan the Golden","summary":"Morgan asked to be in her own journal in 2026 and wanted to get an early start.","date_modified":"2025-12-20T20:41:32Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/and-just-like-that-there-goes-2024","html_content":"

And what a year it was... or wasn't. I had several projects juggling during the year. And some unexpected surprises, shocks, and setbacks - politically, legally, financially, physically, and emotionally. From America's c...

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/and-just-like-that-there-goes-2024","title":"And Just Like That, There Goes 2024!","summary":"And what a year it was... or wasn't. I had several projects juggling during the year. And some unexpected surprises, shocks, and setbacks - politically, legally, financially, physically, and emotionally. From America's c...","date_modified":"2024-12-31T19:36:54Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/mother-natures-tale-of-the-easter-bunny","html_content":"

The vibrant colors of the forest and flowers remained faded as winter ended. Spring began with rain and warmer weather, but still the flowers and trees did not show signs of life. Old Ben Badgett, a retired forest ranger...

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/mother-natures-tale-of-the-easter-bunny","title":"Mother Nature's Tale of the Easter Bunny","summary":"The vibrant colors of the forest and flowers remained faded as winter ended. Spring began with rain and warmer weather, but still the flowers and trees did not show signs of life. Old Ben Badgett, a retired forest ranger...","date_modified":"2024-03-31T19:09:24Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/the-penguins-iceberg-paradise","html_content":"

For Penguin Awareness Day - A Short Story

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/the-penguins-iceberg-paradise","title":"The Penguin's Iceberg Paradise","summary":"For Penguin Awareness Day - A Short Story","date_modified":"2024-01-20T23:25:44Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/christmas-dolphin-tails","html_content":"

Dolphin Tails

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/christmas-dolphin-tails","title":"Christmas Dolphin Tails","summary":"Dolphin Tails","date_modified":"2023-12-21T00:23:56Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/the-choice-of-co-existence","html_content":"

The Choice of Co-existing with Threatened and Endangered Florida Mammals

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/the-choice-of-co-existence","title":"The Choice of Co-existence","summary":"The Choice of Co-existing with Threatened and Endangered Florida Mammals","date_modified":"2023-11-03T00:57:06Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/if-animals-could-change-the-world-an-informal-exploration","html_content":"

Imagine a world where animals have a say in shaping our shared reality. It's a delightful thought, isn't it? In this whimsical essay, I will dive into the intriguing possibilities that arise when animals take center stag...

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/if-animals-could-change-the-world-an-informal-exploration","title":"If Animals Could Change the World: An Informal Exploration","summary":"Imagine a world where animals have a say in shaping our shared reality. It's a delightful thought, isn't it? In this whimsical essay, I will dive into the intriguing possibilities that arise when animals take center stag...","date_modified":"2023-06-12T23:06:51Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/the-florida-river-otter","html_content":"

The Florida River Otter: Conservation and Protection

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/the-florida-river-otter","title":"The Florida River Otter","summary":"The Florida River Otter: Conservation and Protection ","date_modified":"2023-05-26T12:45:15Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/conservation-bite-2","html_content":"

One of my favorite things to do is hike. Just walking in nature. Forests mainly. Trees, and breeze, and shade. My grandfather's property in North Carolina was always fun on summer vacations. Hiking, dogs, cousins. And th...

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/conservation-bite-2","title":"Conservation Bite","summary":"One of my favorite things to do is hike. Just walking in nature. Forests mainly. Trees, and breeze, and shade. My grandfather's property in North Carolina was always fun on summer vacations. Hiking, dogs, cousins. And th...","date_modified":"2023-05-26T12:35:35Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/safeguarding-the-majestic-guardians-of-the-sea","html_content":"

Safeguarding the Majestic Guardians of the Sea: Protecting Wild Dolphins

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/safeguarding-the-majestic-guardians-of-the-sea","title":"Safeguarding the Majestic Guardians of the Sea","summary":"Safeguarding the Majestic Guardians of the Sea: Protecting Wild Dolphins","date_modified":"2023-05-16T17:35:42Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/a-little-christmas-otter-fun","html_content":"

It’s the Most Otterful Time of the Year

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/a-little-christmas-otter-fun","title":"A Little Christmas Otter Fun","summary":"It’s the Most Otterful Time of the Year","date_modified":"2022-12-27T01:53:24Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/conservation-bite-1","html_content":"

\"If we can't breathe fresh air, drink unpolluted water, or grow healthy food from the soil for ALL humans and other creatures, then our planet has become a waste of space. Because of humans.\" ~~ Randy White

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/conservation-bite-1","title":"Conservation Bite","summary":"\"If we can't breathe fresh air, drink unpolluted water, or grow healthy food from the soil for ALL humans and other creatures, then our planet has become a waste of space. Because of humans.\" ~~ Randy White","date_modified":"2022-09-07T17:03:13Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/conservation-bite","html_content":"

\"Preserve and cherish the pale blue dot, the only home we've ever known.\"\n– Carl Sagan

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/conservation-bite","title":"Conservation Bite","summary":"\"Preserve and cherish the pale blue dot, the only home we've ever known.\"\n– Carl Sagan","date_modified":"2022-08-08T19:32:18Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/ocean-loving-people-are-sometimes-the-best-conservationists","html_content":"

\"Why is it that scuba divers and surfers are some of the strongest advocates of ocean conservation? Because they've spent time in and around the ocean, and they've personally seen the beauty, the fragility, and even the ...

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/ocean-loving-people-are-sometimes-the-best-conservationists","title":"Ocean Loving People are Sometimes the Best Conservationists","summary":"\"Why is it that scuba divers and surfers are some of the strongest advocates of ocean conservation? Because they've spent time in and around the ocean, and they've personally seen the beauty, the fragility, and even the ...","date_modified":"2022-08-04T21:55:25Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/florida-wildlife-corridor-coalition","html_content":"

This is a great organization. Click the link for their website.

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/florida-wildlife-corridor-coalition","title":"FLORIDA WILDLIFE CORRIDOR COALITION","summary":"This is a great organization. Click the link for their website. ","date_modified":"2022-01-02T00:02:39Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/florida%E2%80%99s-animal-and-environmental-organizations","html_content":"

Here are my planned upcoming visits to Florida’s top \"Animal and Environmental Organizations\", rated by Charity Navigator as “3 and 4 Star” Animal and Environmental Organizations in Florida.

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/florida%E2%80%99s-animal-and-environmental-organizations","title":"Florida’s Animal and Environmental Organizations","summary":"Here are my planned upcoming visits to Florida’s top \"Animal and Environmental Organizations\", rated by Charity Navigator as “3 and 4 Star” Animal and Environmental Organizations in Florida.","date_modified":"2021-08-01T01:09:40Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/florida-manatees-in-my-opinion","html_content":"

Unusual mortality event. The three words wildlife officials and welfare enthusiasts alike do not want to hear about any species. But this year, Florida manatees have been dying at an unprecedented rate. Nearly 850 manate...

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/florida-manatees-in-my-opinion","title":"Florida Manatees: In My Opinion","summary":"Unusual mortality event. The three words wildlife officials and welfare enthusiasts alike do not want to hear about any species. But this year, Florida manatees have been dying at an unprecedented rate. Nearly 850 manate...","date_modified":"2021-07-19T02:00:43Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/the-wild-florida-drive-thru-safari-park-my-personal-review","html_content":"

On June 30th, I took a quick 40-minute drive from my home in southern Orange County to an area off the beaten path near Kenansville, Fl (about 61 miles south of Orlando). It’s a very rural drive once you’re off the Flor...

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/the-wild-florida-drive-thru-safari-park-my-personal-review","title":"The Wild Florida Drive-thru Safari Park: My Personal Review","summary":" On June 30th, I took a quick 40-minute drive from my home in southern Orange County to an area off the beaten path near Kenansville, Fl (about 61 miles south of Orlando). It’s a very rural drive once you’re off the Flor...","date_modified":"2021-07-05T18:03:31Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/back-to-nature-wildlife-refuge-my-personal-review","html_content":"

If you’re looking for a relaxing couple of hours (especially for your kids to learn about rescuing and caring for Florida wildlife), look no further than a 20 acre facility just southeast of Orlando, nestled quietly at t...

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/back-to-nature-wildlife-refuge-my-personal-review","title":"Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge: My Personal Review","summary":"If you’re looking for a relaxing couple of hours (especially for your kids to learn about rescuing and caring for Florida wildlife), look no further than a 20 acre facility just southeast of Orlando, nestled quietly at t...","date_modified":"2021-06-17T00:35:54Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/the-awesomeness-of-gatorland-my-personal-review","html_content":"

Alligators and Crocodiles. Like ‘em. Love ‘em. Leave ‘em. Or Loathe ‘em. They have been on the Earth for about 37 million years. And they’re not going away anytime during our lifetime. Gatorland, in Orlando Florida, has ...

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/the-awesomeness-of-gatorland-my-personal-review","title":"The Awesomeness of Gatorland: My Personal Review","summary":"Alligators and Crocodiles. Like ‘em. Love ‘em. Leave ‘em. Or Loathe ‘em. They have been on the Earth for about 37 million years. And they’re not going away anytime during our lifetime. Gatorland, in Orlando Florida, has ...","date_modified":"2021-06-02T14:52:18Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/upcoming-animal-parks-and-zoos-reviews","html_content":"

Upcoming in June I will be traveling to a few close-to-Central Florida zoos, drive-thru animal parks, and other wildlife type facilities and providing my impressions of my visits.

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/upcoming-animal-parks-and-zoos-reviews","title":"Upcoming Animal Parks and Zoos Reviews","summary":"Upcoming in June I will be traveling to a few close-to-Central Florida zoos, drive-thru animal parks, and other wildlife type facilities and providing my impressions of my visits.","date_modified":"2021-05-17T23:27:56Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/conservation-heroes","html_content":"

“Keep close to Nature’s heart… and break clear away, once in a while, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.” ~~ John Muir

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/conservation-heroes","title":"Conservation Heroes","summary":"“Keep close to Nature’s heart… and break clear away, once in a while, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean.” ~~ John Muir","date_modified":"2021-05-01T21:47:58Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/earth-day-2021","html_content":"

Happy Earth Day 2021

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/earth-day-2021","title":"EARTH DAY 2021","summary":"Happy Earth Day 2021","date_modified":"2021-04-22T11:05:34Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/our-environment-our-florida-and-our-future","html_content":"

Way back in 1960, my parents moved our family from North Carolina to Orlando. Since then, I’ve had the “pleasure” of growing up in Florida. Central Florida meaning Orlando to be exact. Oh, we vacationed to various places...

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/our-environment-our-florida-and-our-future","title":"Our Environment, Our Florida, and Our Future","summary":"Way back in 1960, my parents moved our family from North Carolina to Orlando. Since then, I’ve had the “pleasure” of growing up in Florida. Central Florida meaning Orlando to be exact. Oh, we vacationed to various places...","date_modified":"2021-04-15T23:57:37Z"},{"id":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/the-falconers%E2%80%99-relationship-and-the-hunting-game","html_content":"

Welcome to Simply Nature and Wildlife's first publication of my \"Wild Companions Conservation Blog\". I will publish bi-monthly on the 1st and 15th day of each month as I develop this new endeavor. I hope you will join me...

","url":"https://simplynatureandwildlife.com/the-wild-writers-blog/f/the-falconers%E2%80%99-relationship-and-the-hunting-game","title":"The Falconers’ Relationship and The Hunting Game, Training Falcons","summary":"Welcome to Simply Nature and Wildlife's first publication of my \"Wild Companions Conservation Blog\". I will publish bi-monthly on the 1st and 15th day of each month as I develop this new endeavor. I hope you will join me...","date_modified":"2021-04-01T04:00:11Z"}]}