July 2009

Volume 29
Number 7

Features

State of Leaders
The University of South Florida’s commitment to excellence is reflected in its distinguished alumni.

Florida's Best Lawyers 2009
Florida Monthly and Woodward/White, Inc. team up to share with readers the best legal eagles in the state.

Juicy News
Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company wins best taste accolades on the national culinary scene.

What's New: Summer in the Sunshine State
VISIT FLORIDA shares the newest attractions and exhibits to hit Florida this season.

Our Florida Heritage®

Vanishing Florida
Fish camps were an intrical part of the state’s recreational past. Today, some remaining camps are unique experiences for Floridians in search of food, fun and local flavor.

Real Florida Finds

State of MIne
Book reviews; This month in Florida history; Exercising Outdoors with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection & Florida State Parks

In the Florida Garden
Florida-friendly ground covers offer eye-pleasing, energy-saving and low-maintenance alternatives to turf grass.

In the Florida Kitchen
Snap beans are a favorite Florida vegetable, and Chef Timineri expounds upon their healthy benefits and unique flavors to enhance salads, soups and casseroles.

Watching Wildlife
Wild Places highlights Topsail Hill Preserve State Park, which offers birdwatching opportunities, hiking trails, swimming, fishing, camping, and more; Species Spotlight features the Atlantic ghost crab, a burrowing, nocturnal beach-dweller; Conservation Tip focuses on shorebird survival.

Around Florida
Experience Thunder on the Ridge in Haines City this year.Stroll down to the Sea Walk Pavilion on June 14 and enjoy the free music of the Jacksonville Beach Summer Jazz Series.

Travel Florida Highways®

Welcome to the Jungle…Miami-Dade County
Jungle Island invites Floridians to experience unique horticulture and exotic creatures on Watson Island.