Have You Been To Mellow Mushroom Yet?

 

Well, we have been waiting for years for the Funky, art-filled chain pizzeria featuring craft beer, calzones, and creative stone-baked pizzas to open. Now that it has opened in downtown Ocala, we want to hear from you. Was it worth the wait? They are open every day from 11 am to 10 pm so there are plenty of chances to pop in for some pizza or how about their pretzel bites served with melted beer cheese to dip them in? It goes great with 24 different craft beers that they serve. The salads are enlightened and elevated. The burgers and calzones look great so if you have had them and want to tell us all about it, please hit us up on our Facebook page!

 

Manatee Season In Full Swing!

 

Manatees are the official marine mammal of Florida and for good reason. These sweet, gentle giants move slow enough to make it easy to capture awesome photos— and you don’t need to be near the coast to see them! A visit to Silver Springs often means a visit with the manatees.

 

During the cooler winter months, manatee sightings are frequent, as they take a liking to the springs’ warmer waters. If you see one of these mammals, please remember you are permitted to look but not touch.

 

An excursion on one of the famous Glass Bottom Boats lets you see right into the underwater world of the springs without even getting wet. If you are looking for a bit more adventure, rent a kayak, canoe or paddleboard and paddle down the river.

 

Keep your eye out for the manatee’s noses popping up out of the river for a breath and you may be able to get a closer look at them.