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December 17, 2013

I believe in gadding about. Terminal workday, dragnet night? Lame locus, civil social? Gad out. As alluded to in the video, most finds are found on other missions--a trip down river, then oddly up conveyors. Some days the only thing to raise hairs on my neck is a brush with, or a breach of, new bounds. Explore sensibly and bring along a Bloom mixtape.

The Aucilla Wildlife Management Area (WMA) and the abandoned Cabbage Grove Quarry are located southeast of Tallahassee off Coastal Highway 98. From 98, head north on Powell Hammock Road; the quarry is on the right after a ways. From Powell Hammock, make a left onto Goose Pasture Road and continue a mile or so until you come to the Florida Trail kiosk. This area is managed by a number of agencies, but mainly by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). WMAs are regulated public hunting grounds, so wear something blaze orange and do not stray too far off trails. Take off the orange and roam freely, if you're heading for the quarry; I've been out there several times and never seen a soul. For a map and brochure, visit http://myfwc.com/media/2531902/AUCILLA.pdf.

Road Trip! Destination: Tattoo Mecca

December 02, 2013

Richmond holds a very special place in our hearts. I think I can vouch for all of us when I say that we’ll take ANY opportunity we can to visit this scenic, little river city. So what better excuse to make that long haul up the east coast than the Richmond Tattoo Convention! That and the fact that Jax would be reppin’ it hard all weekend with multiple florida-local artists attending. Among these artists, was our favorite lady tattoo artist and BFF Myra Oh! An incredibly talented babe, hailing from the Bay–who has been tattooing in lucky Jacksonville for almost five years now. We definitely encourage you to check out her work at Myraoh.com / ig@MyraOh.

Botanical Dreams: Naples Botanical Garden

November 28, 2013 in Botanical Gardens

Hometown to two thirds Bloom is Naples, FL, where lies the enchanted Naples Botanical Garden. It is navigationally located between 26 latitude north and 26 latitude south allowing it to showcase some of most diverse subtropical flora from around the globe.

Botanical Dreams: Brooklyn Botanic Garden

October 12, 2013 in Botanical Gardens

Nestled in the heart of downtown Brooklyn lies a century old true horticultural hideaway from the bustle of NYC, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Aside from its charm of providing frantic New Yorkers with flora and fauna rather than a sea of cement, BBG offers culturally relevant collections and events. There's the Shakespeare garden that houses over 80 plants mentioned in his works, the famous rose garden with almost 1,000 varieties, and of course the annual cherry blossom festival that brings out everyone from young children to Bill Cunningham.

Botanical Dreams: Atlanta Botanic Garden

September 25, 2013 in Botanical Gardens

The ATL Botanical Garden is among the great wonders of the horticultural world, located in the southern region of the US. Lucky for us Floridians, the pilgrimage is not so bad. These snaps were taken back in April when spring was in full sprung. Outside was filled acres of japanese gardens, edibles, mini pine forests and exotic flowers. Along with their outdoor collections, they have three indoor collections that really made me swoon: tropical rotundas, orchid wonderlands and a desert house.

Carolina's Calling

September 15, 2013

North Carolina has become a sanctuary for our spirits whenever we need to get away for a bit. The mountains provide both comfort, and a sort of loneliness, that allows one to gather their own thoughts. Sometimes this is the only real way to jump back into your responsibilities, relationships, even ambitions, with a fresh perspective.

Sinkhole In One

September 15, 2013

Things to remember: impromptu adventure outdoor trips are good for your health! A brief shout out to leon sinkholes, luna moths, water shoes, rope swings, not having to deal with bros&beer cans, iced tea colored water, go pros & the natural hum of nature. Have you had your retreat from the city lately?

-Elizabeth

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