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hen you live in paradise, it’s hard to imagine living anywhere else. The beaches, sand, palm trees and our own little slice of sunshine makes going outdoors a love for many of us. In the month of July, cookouts and barbecuing for Independence Day is a time-honored tradition, paired with fireworks and the gathering of family and friends. Each year, I go out to the river and watch the fireworks. The sounds of the children, spectators and visitors saying ‘ooooh’ and ‘aaaah’ as each firework lights up the night sky is heartwarming and makes me enjoy the beauty of a Florida summer. Then I swat a mosquito. Yes, our slice of heaven has its drawbacks, but we’ve learned to make the best of it.
Enjoying the great outdoors WRITER/PRODUCTION COORDINATOR BRITTANY A. LLORENTE
The amount of outdoor activities is bountiful for those of us in Florida. We have the extra added bonus of water and inland activities that give you every excuse to get off the couch and spend some time in the sun. On the water, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, surfing, snorkeling and scuba diving are some of the favorite activities. If you’ve never tried any of these activities on the water or are thinking of trying a new one, it may be the time to get out and try something new (Remember? It’s one of our New Year’s resolutions).
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You don’t need to buy a ton of equipment; in fact, most of the suppliers say you should rent before you buy to make sure you like the activity first. If you’re looking for activities on the mainland, golfing happens to be one of the most popular things to do. In Florida, there are 1,481 golf courses and ranges. So, there is likely one right around the
corner from you, no matter where you live. Take a lesson, and hit the course, again, not buying until you’ve tried out the sport. This issue of Forever Young was inspired by the sun, the wonderful summer weather and the fun of Independence Day. Make sure you’re prepared for the outdoors. According to skincancer.org, sunscreen should be applied every two hours and have an SPF of 15 or higher. We here at Forever Young hope that you enjoy the rest of summer and explore the reasons that people from all over the world flock to our bit of paradise. As always, we welcome your questions, comments and concerns at ForeverYoung@hometownnewsol.com.
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Brevard Outdoor Advenutes: A club for all seasons
By Dan McDonald Foreveryoung@homtownnewsol.com
If you like boating, kayaking, hiking, camping, picnics, bonfires on the beach, outdoor volleyball – well, just about any activity you can squeeze into the great outdoors – then you’ll want to know about the Brevard Outdoor Adventures, a local group open to everyone interested in sharing adventure under the sky. “It really is a great group for anyone who likes being active and doing outdoor activities,” said Kenton Anz, an I.T. consultant from Melbourne, who joined the organization four years ago. “I was tired of the bar scene and wanted to find people interested in the same outdoor activities that I enjoy. Everyone is welcome, and many of the events are family-friendly. It really is a great way to meet people and have fun and enjoy being outdoors.” The BOA is one of the organizations that operates under the bigger umbrella of an Internet association, called Meetup, which claims more than 14 million members, attached to 130,765 groups in 196 countries. Locally, 400 people have paid the $5 yearly dues and joined the BOA,
which allows them to participate in any of the sponsored activities. “It really is a unique way make friends and have fun and do things that you want to do with other likeminded people,” said Mr. Anz, who has lived in Brevard for 20 years. “The cool thing about the group is you can come up with any idea you want, and if you get others who want to do it, you can organize that event and put it on the website. Then, you never know how many people might want to sign up and do the same thing. “I enjoy the boating, kayaking and camping,” he said. “We’ve kayaked on Turkey Creek at Sebastian Inlet and the Thousand Islands, and, now I’m enjoying playing beach volleyball.” Mr. Anz said his advice for anyone who wants to enjoy doing things outdoors is to give it a try. You’ll find friendly people, who enjoy being active and doing things together. And, the dues are so low you don’t have much to lose. I think anyone will enjoy it.” Another local who agrees that the BOA is a Meetup, offering unique
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Gigi King enjoys the scenery along the Silver River, after a Brevard Outdoor Adventures 10-mile kayak trip. The river, which originates out of Silver Springs in Ocala, offers paddlers a chance to explore the springs used to film a Johnny Weissmuller ‘Tarzan’ movie. opportunities, is Gigi King, a 53-yearold West Melbourne resident, who works as a receptionist at the Morgan
and Barbary law firm, when she’s not searching for outdoor adventure. See ADVENTURES, Page 9
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OUTDOORS By Dan McDonald Foreveryoung@homtownnewsol.com
Neta Harris, executive director of the Brevard Nature Alliance, gladly asserts there is a “plethora” of outdoor activities to meet the needs of anyone living in or visiting the Space Coast. “There are so many interesting and varied things to do and enjoy that it’s really hard to focus on any one activity or any one area of the county,” said Mrs. Harris, whose group is charged with building public awareness and appreciation of the value of Brevard County’s natural resources. “We are blessed with a plethora of riches – some unique to our part of the world.” To illustrate the actual scope of the plethora, Mrs. Harris points one to “The Adventure Destination Guide of Florida’s Space Coast,” a 50-page booklet, produced in partnership with the Space Coast Office of Tourism and VISIT FLORIDA, the state’s tourism development corporation. “We help distribute the adventure guide to hotels and motels and other outlets throughout the county,” Mrs. Harris said of the BNA, which is based on the Titusville campus of Brevard Community College. The guide is also available at the four county Chambers of Commerce offices in Cocoa Beach, Titusville, Melbourne and Palm Bay, as well as The Brevard Zoo. “We feel Brevard is perfectly positioned to capitalize on the ecotourism trend,” she said. “We have numerous places for people to explore the great outdoors, either on water or on land or even on horseback. We truly are blessed to have the local commitment to preserving the wilderness that is all around us.” A quick look at the adventure guide, which is broken down to Brevard Birding and Wildlife Sites, Adventures on Water and Adventures
on Land, confirms Harris’ assessment. The guide offers 102 different places, sites and activities to whet the appetite of those seeking outdoor adventure. In order to narrow the list, Mrs. Harris offered her top three hidden gems that offer people a chance to explore the great outdoors, Space Coast style. 1. Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge: Home to more threatened and endangered animals than any other refuge in the continental United States, visitors can roam 140,000 acres of salt marsh, estuaries, upland hammocks and scrubland, which, among others, is home to manatees, alligators and bald eagles. The refuge offers hiking and biking trails, spots for kayaking and more than 40 miles of drivable dirt roads. They also have the Black Point Wildlife Drive, which is an 11-mile drive, where guests can see birds and alligators and different animals without even getting out of their car. Throw in a manatee watch area, the world-class birding opportunities and the solitude of the great outdoors, and you have a unique spot that truly is a Space Coast treasure. For more information about the Merritt Island Refuge, call (321) 8610668, or visit www.fws.gov/merrittisland/. 2. Ritch Grissom Memorial Wetlands at Viera: Although started as an area of inter-connected wastewater treatment ponds opened in 2001, the wetlands site has become one of the world’s meccas for birding. In November 2002, the first official U.S. sighting of a Mangrove Swallow was notched. Other avian guests include Mexican cave swallows, an active bald eagle nest, mottle ducks, mallards, hood and red-breasted Merganzers, lesser caup and whistling ducks, among many others. “This is another treasure in Brevard that some people may not know
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Nature enthusiasts from throughout the county participate in a swamp walk at the Enchanted Forest Sanctuary in Titusville. about,” Mrs. Harris said. “You can drive around the top of the berms, and from your car, see hundreds of the 300 species of birds that call Brevard home. There is also an observation tower and great opportunities for hiking and nature photography. And sometimes you can see whole families of limpkins, a bird that is rare to see in other parts of the country.” To visit the free refuge, take exit 191 off I-95 and go west to the end of Wickham Road. 3. St. Sebastian River Preserve: Kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding are just some of the activities you can enjoy at this state park that is home to one of the largest and healthiest colonies of Florida ScrubJays in the world, a colony of majestic red-cockaded woodpeckers, gopher tortoises, Eastern indigo snakes and nesting bald eagles. In addition, there are more than 40 miles of hiking and horseback riding trails and a Visitor Center that offers many educational and informative exhibits. “This is another hidden gem in Bre-
vard County,” Mrs. Harris said. “You can have a great day, even if you don’t happen to see one of the large woodpeckers or Scrub Jays. You can hike, picnic, take photographs and just enjoy being in the great outdoors.” Brevard is really blessed to have so much wonderful diversity and beauty in its own backyard, Mrs. Harris said. “I urge everyone to get a copy of the ‘Adventure Guide’ and to get off your couch and get outdoors,” she said. “We really do live in paradise, and once you get out and see it, you’ll come to appreciate our natural heritage. It’s a blessing that other parts of the country and world just don’t have.” For more information about outdoor activities available, you can get a free copy of the ‘Adventure Guide’ at any of the County Chambers of Commerces. Contact Neta Harris or the Brevard Nature Alliance at (321) 268-5224, or visit www.brevardnature alliance.org.
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Gail Nolan likes being outside. As the mother of two active Boy Scouts, the West Melbourne resident frequently spends weekends camping or attending other Scouting activities. Yet, she said it wasn’t until she started participating in organized running events that she really began spending time in the “great outdoors.” “My husband and I and the kids moved back to Brevard County for work in September 2012,” said Mrs. Nolan, who graduated from Eau Gallie High School before settling in Virginia. “My sister-in-law, Sue, was already running in numerous events when we moved back home, and she talked me into signing up for the Melbourne Music Marathon, even
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though I had never been in any kind of racing event in my life. “I finished the half-marathon – barely,” she said. “Then, shortly after that, there was a 5K race in Indian Harbour Beach. After the halfmarathon, the 5K was a snap, and I was hooked.” When it comes to such events, Mrs. Nolan said she enjoys everything: the training, the competition, the camaraderie, the support, the enthusiasm. Since that first event, I try to do at least one race a month.” Now, a confirmed speed walker, Mrs. Nolan has also seen her family join in on the action. Sons Andrew, 16 and Jarret, 13, have both participated in races and the younger son, already with a half-marathon and four 5Ks under his belt, hopes to join the Melbourne High School Cross Country team when he attends the
school next fall. “It’s been great for me and my family,” Mrs. Nolan said. “And even though I didn’t start walking to lose weight, I’ve dropped more than 40 pounds, which is definitely a bonus.” Mrs. Nolan said her advice is for people to just get out there and do it. “During my first race, I was intimidated,” she said. “But, the encouragement and excitement that people generate is absolutely amazing. The races cater to all ages and levels of fitness, and you can find your own speed. Do what you can do. The important
Gail Nolan takes a breath after walking in the Monkey Madness 3K, held March 2 at Brevard Zoo.
Photo courtesy of Tim Nolan thing is getting out there and doing it.” Laura Spedick, Running Zone Foundation events manager, is well aware of the seductive hold the races See RUNNING, Page 8
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TRAVEL elcome to Delray Beach! This is such a fun place for day trips, as there are so many great places to visit. Beautiful beaches, theaters, sporting events, nature and, of course, shopping are all here. Atlantic Avenue by night or day offers plenty to do. There are restaurants, galleries, shops and places to stop and people watch. From the Atlantic Antiques Merchant Mall to the Avalon Gallery, you can keep yourself busy for hours. Downtown Delray Beach was recently awarded “Best of the Road Most Fun Small Town in America” by Rand McNally & USA Today. If you like the beach, continue down Atlantic Avenue and find a place to park, because the beach is right across the street on A1A. If you get hungry while you are in the area, try Boston’s on the Beach, one of my personal favorites. The Artists Alley Open Studios is an exciting new warehouse arts area in the Pineapple Grove Arts District of Delray Beach. Check it out from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. every third Thursday from May to September. If you like to shop, then the Carnival Flea Market will be perfect for you. It is located on Atlantic Avenue and is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. You will find everything from home goods to jewelry, health and beauty aids and, of course, food. For my tennis fans, Delray Beach is home to Delray Beach Stadium and Tennis Center. It is a full-service public tennis facility, but it is best known for the championship tournaments, like the Chris Evert/Raymond James Pro Celebrity Tennis Classic every November. What would visiting a town be without great theater? The Delray Beach Playhouse includes “Driving Miss Daisy” and “You Can’t Take it With You” in its lineup. The Crest Theater provides professional theater as well as a lecture series,
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can have on participants. In addition to the 11 races produced by the Running Zone Foundation, staff from the popular outlet at 3696 N. Wickham Road also offers race management assistance to approximately 40 other races annually, most of them in Brevard County. “I estimate that more than 30,000 people a year run in the various races we’re associated with,” Ms. Spedick said. “And, it’s very rare that a race doesn’t increase in attendance from one year to the next. It’s just a reflection of how popular running has become. It’s part of the larger trend that people are taking better care of themselves and are more concerned with physical fitness.”
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Son-in-law William Anzueto (left) mans the bar, while daughter Debi Anzueto, mother Irene Enriquez and daughter Patsy Lemley all do their part to make the Alamo Mexican Kitchen in Rockledge a family affair. Photo by Dan McDonald Recently, I went to sample the fare and found the food authentic, fresh and satisfying. Stuffed pickled jalapenos, filled with creamcheese or cheddar, started the meal. The peppers, at .75 cents each, were fresh, with enough spice to remind you that good Mexican food can pack a zing, but not so hot that an ice-cold Corona couldn’t dampen the fire. The appetizers list would be familiar to anyone who enjoys Mexican dining, with the exception of three dishes named for three of the Enriquez daughters: Jannette’s Can“People find that the races are a great motivation to get and keep in shape, and they like being outside, either for the races or the training,” she continued. “So, whether you’re running or walking, it really is a great way for people to get outside and enjoy the environment.” Ms. Spedick said that one of the largest local races, the Space Coast Marathon, which is based in Cocoa Village and which is always held the first Sunday after Thanksgiving, has grown so popular the race is actually capped at 4,000 entrants. Another new race sequence, produced by the Running Zone Foundation, is the Big Bang Series for the next five years. It honors the space shuttle program with one race per year, named for the five NASA Space Shuttles, Columbia, Challenger, Discovery, Endeavor and Atlantis.
non Bowl, featuring a pot of beans served with onion, tomato, jalapenos and cheese and accompanied by two flour tortillas lists for $5.25. Daughter Debi’s favorite is Poco de Todo, a small order of deluxe nachos, a single quesadilla, four jalapeno poppers, served with sour cream for $10.50, and Erika’s favorite is chilicon-queso dip for $7.25. For entrees, my guest chose the Tamale Dinner, featuring the Alamo’s own home-style recipe of red chili and pork filling-stuffed cornmeal, See DINING, Page 9
“We’ve already gotten a lot of attention from people on this new series,” Ms. Spedick said. “We’re very excited. We’ve heard from people from 42 states and 18 different countries.” Running or walking can accommodate everyone, no matter how fit you are, and offers competition for every age, Ms. Spedick said. “People like getting out in the fresh air, and it’s hard to beat the exercise you get from walking or running,” she said. “People who like these sports are always outside, either training or at an actual event. This is a sport where you’re going to get outside in the great outdoors. After all, you can’t hold a marathon on a treadmill.” For more information about the events, sponsored or sanctioned by the Running Zone, visit www.runningzone.com, or call (321) 751-8890.
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fectly with the sour cream and guacamole. It’s easy to see why this dish has become one of the most popular among the regulars. For dessert, we selected the flan, at $3.95 and another family recipe favorite, sopaipillas, at $4.50. The flan was creamy and sweet and just firm enough to slide into one’s mouth in cool, pleasant bites. The real surprise was the sopaipillas, which are delicate, rolled flour pastry puffs, lightly fried and served with a drizzle of honey. “We have always prided ourselves on providing a good value for our customers,” Mrs. Enriquez said. “I think that’s why so many people have become regulars through the years. We have one couple who moved to Tampa a year ago, but about once a month, they still come back to eat here. They said they can’t get good Mexican food over there.” For more information visit the Alamo’s website at www.alamomexicankitchen.com, or call (321) 6322549.
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“I joined the group in February of 2011,” Mrs. King said. “At the time, I was alone and wanted to do a lot of the outdoor activities that are available here in Brevard, but I didn’t have anyone to do them with.” So, she joined the group and said she hasn’t had anything but positive experiences since. “I like the beach bonfires, bicycle rides, kayaking and the picnics,” she said. “I do a lot of different things. You get to do the outdoor activities you want to do with a lot of people, who are somewhat the same age. I’d recommend it for anyone, who is looking to do outdoor activities.” For Mrs. King, the group offered more than just the chance to enjoy outdoor activities. She was a widow when she first joined, after her husband passed away suddenly of a massive stroke.
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“After that, I was lost for some time,” Mrs. King said. “I was too old for the bar and club scene, but still I wanted to do the outdoor events that I enjoy. So, I heard about Brevard Outdoor Adventures and joined.” One of the first Meetup events I went to, I met a man named Jeff,” said Mrs. King, who grew up in Melbourne Beach. “A few months later, I did another event and we met again, and soon began dating. We got married March 13, 2013, or 3-13-13. It’s easy to remember.” “As a member, you can be as active as you want, or take time off anytime you want,” Mrs. King continued. “You really have very little to lose. And, I can testify that it’s a great way to meet new people in an easy atmosphere of fun and adventure.” For more information about the Brevard Outdoor Adventures group, visit www.brevardoutdooradventures.com.
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trying to keep their children safe, but didn’t understand that the children were able to do it themselves. ROSE PADRICK I could see his little mind turning at full speed when he asked, “You mean the columnists (He meant colonists, and I should have correctThe Boston Tea Party did not ed him, but I like the association) impress him. His comment was wrote a letter (The Declaration) to “Throwing away something they the King and Queen (Mom and really liked (tea) because they had to Dad), then they fought about it for do something they didn’t like (pay awhile, and then the kids did what taxes) and didn’t get anything for it they wanted, and never had to clean (representation) would be like me their rooms or play with their little throwing away something I really brothers again?” like (ice cream) because I have to do I assured him it was something something I don’t like (clean my like that. room) and don’t get anything for it I’m not exactly sure what the kid (new video game system). I was has up his sleeve, but I’m betting I unsuccessful at disputing that logic. will be receiving a phone call from He stopped me, once again, at the his father. I think I’ll take that Declaration of Independence. I had opportunity to discuss my alleged explained that the King and Queen involvement in forming the Declarawere kind of like a mother and father tion of Independence.
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