Saturday, March 14, 2009
Jelks Preseve 5 Mile Walk
Located in Venice, Florida, Jelks preserve is a wonderful self-guided tour. Included is the route that I took...five miles and I'm proud of it!
There are a total of 19 gates and side area walks throughout the preserve. If you go there, take the map that's in the front. The posted signs as you go along are quite small and can be easy to miss. Also, you may run into some animals. So far I've been able to see an armadillo, vulture, numerous squirrels, and a raccoon. And, don't pass up the view of the Myakka river at marker #2. You can even bring your lunch there and listen to nature.
So, if you're looking for a true Florida preserve, Jelks Preserve in Venice is great and there's no cost for admission. If you have any questions, please comment. I'll be happy to pass on some advice.
Labels: animals, cost, florida, jelks preserve, venice, walking tour
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Friday, March 06, 2009
Need Advice? Try Google Tip Jar
If you're looking for some quick advice on finance, tech, health, food, etc., give the Google Tip Jar a chance. Not only can you view the advice, but it's rated. So the good stuff stays on top while the "eh, not really" stuff doesn't get listed so well. Here's some advice that I never knew about that might come in handy...
Finance
"Never pay checking account fees. And if the bank happens to charge you one, ask them to reverse the fee or take your business to another bank."
Tech
"Recycle your electronics for free with the USPS mail back program. You can use free envelopes found in 1,500 Post Offices to mail back inkjet cartridges, PDAs, Blackberries, digital cameras, iPods and MP3 players – without having to pay for postage."
Food
"Eat out one fewer time each month. If it costs you $25 to eat out, but only $5 to eat in, then the $20 you save each month allows you to almost completely fund a $500 emergency savings account."
Kids & Family
"Socialize at pot-luck meals rather than at restaurants. Because one wants to be generous to friends and family, there may be huge cost savings here."
Finance
"Never pay checking account fees. And if the bank happens to charge you one, ask them to reverse the fee or take your business to another bank."
Tech
"Recycle your electronics for free with the USPS mail back program. You can use free envelopes found in 1,500 Post Offices to mail back inkjet cartridges, PDAs, Blackberries, digital cameras, iPods and MP3 players – without having to pay for postage."
Food
"Eat out one fewer time each month. If it costs you $25 to eat out, but only $5 to eat in, then the $20 you save each month allows you to almost completely fund a $500 emergency savings account."
Kids & Family
"Socialize at pot-luck meals rather than at restaurants. Because one wants to be generous to friends and family, there may be huge cost savings here."
Labels: advice, Google, quick tips, Tip Jar
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