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Wildlife & Wildflowers - 32A blissful escape fornature observersCode of Conduct• Learn about any protected plant andanimal species in the area• On multiuse trails, horses alwayshave the right of way• Observing without handling is thepreferred method of exploration• Stay on designated trails• Keep noise to a minimum to avoid scaringoff wildlife.• Know local hunting seasons and rulesbefore exploring natural places.
Take a walk on the wild sideviewing wildlife and wildflowersAmongst the lushforests and vast bodies of water,something exciting is lurkingaround every bend of the trail inLake County.Venturing off thebeaten path to the area’sdistinctive ecosystems unveils abounty of diverse wildflowers andbutterflies. From a fast flitteringZebra Swallowtail to the vibrantpurple and pink hues of theFlorida Paintbrush, discoveringthe beauty of Lake County’snature is as simple asopening your eyes.The assortment ofmultihued wildflowers andflowering vegetation also makefor a perfect playground for someof the state’s most popular andprotected wildlife. With a keeneye and practicing safe outdoorexploration codes, you too cancatch a mystifying glimpse of alounging Black Bear, frolickingRiver Otter or cute-as-a-buttonMarsh Rabbit. With immensepractice and patience, naturalistseven have the opportunityto witness more of the state’smysterious creatures, including theFlorida Panther, Sand Skink andSherman Fox Squirrel.Lake County Vacation Guide - 33Sometimes it may be difficult tosee animals, but their presencecan be detected by other means.Wildlife viewing is fun, but thereal hunt for many is spotting theirtracks. By learning to read the signsanimals leave behind, it will increaseyour chances of spotting them.With dozens of preserves, parksand refuges of pristine natureand sheer beauty, Lake Countyoffers a picture-perfect respite toreconnect with the great outdoors.If you are shy about exploringthese untamed environments byyourself, don’t fret as several localgroups schedule weekly tours intothe wilderness. From nature hikes toeducational wildflower hunts, contactthe Trout Lake Nature Center(352-357-7536), Lake County’spark rangers (352-742-0992)or the Florida Scrub-Jay Trail(352-429-5566) for their nextscheduled adventure.The Florida Black Bear isthe largest native land mammalin the state. Often hiding indense vegetation, it is rarely seenin the wild
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Page 12 and 13: Boating & Waterways - 10Lake County
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