[Floridastateparks] Florida State Parks December Newsletter
Strivelli, Michael
Michael.Strivelli@dep.state.fl.us
Thu, 2 Dec 2004 14:09:49 -0500
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State Parks Celebrate the Holiday Season=20
In the hustle and bustle and rush of holiday parties, "the Real Florida"
offers visitors places of quiet tranquility along with holiday =
recreation and
fun. At just under 54,000 acres, Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park =
brings
to view an immense diversity of flora and fauna where a rich mosaic of =
wet
and dry conditions supports abundant wildlife including the Florida =
sandhill
crane, scrub-jay and grasshopper sparrow. Visitors may spot wild =
turkeys,
bobcats, river otters, gopher tortoise, box turtles and Eastern indigo
snakes. Travel to this special park northwest of Okeechobee for a quiet
retreat with nature.
Rainbow Springs State Park is home to Florida's fourth largest spring.
Historic sites at this park date from the era of the early Native =
Americans
nearly 10,000 years ago. Fun and holiday festivities abound here at this
state park where a special Christmas celebration includes "Santa" on the
waterways arriving by boat to greet visitors young and old. Take in the
family fun this holiday season with a visit to this park located near
Dunnellon.
Click on the links to view our featured parks for December.
* Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park
<http://www.floridastateparks.org/maclaygardens>=20
* Avalon State Park <http://www.floridastateparks.org/avalon>=20
* Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
<http://www.floridastateparks.org/capeflorida>=20
* Fort Clinch State Park <http://www.floridastateparks.org/fortclinch>=20
* Gasparilla Island State Park
<http://www.floridastateparks.org/gasparillaisland>=20
* Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park
<http://www.floridastateparks.org/kissimmeeprairie>=20
* Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State Park
<http://www.floridastateparks.org/lakejuneinwinter>=20
* Lignumvitae Key Botanical State Park
<http://www.floridastateparks.org/lignumvitaekey>=20
* Ochlockonee River State Park
<http://www.floridastateparks.org/ochlockoneeriver>=20
* Rainbow Springs State Park
<http://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings> =20
* Topsail Hill Preserve State Park
<http://www.floridastateparks.org/topsailhill>=20
Featured Events
ALFRED B. MACLAY GARDENS=20
(850) 487-4556
Located at 3540 Thomasville Road about one mile north of I-10 on U.S. =
319.=20
Park Admission: $4/vehicle
Garden Entrance Fee: (Jan. 1 - April 30) $4/adult, $2/child 7-12 years, =
free
for ages 6 and younger.=20
Events are free with park admission unless otherwise indicated.=20
CAMELLIA CHRISTMAS
Fri., Dec. 3=20
6 - 9 PM
Free admission to the park and event. Come enjoy this traditional =
kickoff to
the holiday season. Take a stroll on the candle-lit brick path. Enjoy =
hot
cider and cookies. Listen to the sounds of holiday music performed by =
local
carolers and musicians. Best of all, you may visit the Historic Maclay =
House
resplendent in candles, fresh greenery and Camellias. NO PETS.=20
HOLIDAY GREENERY ARRANGING
Wed., Dec. 8=20
10 AM - 12 PM
Experts from Maclay Gardens Staff and the Tallahassee Garden Club teach =
this
annual workshop. Learn how to make beautiful holiday arrangements using
material from Maclay Gardens. You can take home what you create in =
class.
Take what you learn in the workshop and make your own arrangements from =
your
own back yard. NO PETS.=20
FORT COOPER
(352) 726-0315
Located two miles southeast of Inverness off U.S. 41.
Park Admission: $2/vehicle
Events are free with park admission unless otherwise indicated.
NIGHT OF LIGHTS
Fri. - Sat., Dec. 17-18
6 PM - 8:30 PM
Admission is a canned good or new toy for local charity. Lights, =
decorations,
and luminaries will add a holiday touch to the park. Refreshments and
entertainment will be offered. Hosted by the Friends of Fort Cooper.=20
SEBASTIAN INLET=20
(321) 984-4852
On State Road A1A between Melbourne and Vero Beach.=20
Park Admission Fee: $5/vehicle
All events are free with admission unless otherwise indicated.=20
VOLCOM SEA COW SURF CONTEST
Sat., Dec. 4=20
7 AM - 5 PM
This surf contest matches the skills of local surfers under the age of =
21.
For more information about this event, call Shawn Slater at (321) =
868-0947 or
go online to: www.volcom.com=20
Starting time will depend on surf conditions and number of contestants. =
NO
PETS.
GAMBLE PLANTATION
(941) 723-4536
Located one mile west of I-75, exit 224 (old exit 43), on Highway U.S. =
301 in
Ellenton.
Park Admission: FREE
Plantation Tour Fee: $5/adult, $3/child for ages 6-12, under age 6 free.
PLANTATION CHRISTMAS
Sat - Sun., Dec. 4 - 5=20
10 AM - 4 PM
This event is hosted jointly by the Florida Park Service and the United
Daughters of the Confederacy, Florida Division. Enjoy the afternoon's
activities: a tour through the mansion with its lovely period =
decorations,
ladies and gentlemen in period costume, and entertainment on the =
grounds.=20
LIGNUMVITAE KEY
(305) 664-2540
Tour boat service available. For reservations, call (305) 664-9814.
Park Admission: FREE
All events are free with admission unless otherwise indicated.=20
LIGNUMVITAE KEY CHRISTMAS
Sat. - Sun., Dec. 4 - 5=20
9 AM - 3:30 PM
Your $10 donation includes round-trip boat fare to the island, a house =
and
hardwood hammock tour and complimentary Christmas treats. Come celebrate =
an
old-fashioned "Keys" Christmas on Lignumvitae Key. Hosted by the Friends =
of
the Islamorada Area State Parks, this annual, holiday event features the
historic Matheson House decorated in traditional "Keys" style. Boats =
will be
leaving Robbie's Marina at MM 77.5 bayside.
We hope to see you all soon, and we hope you have a terrific holiday =
season!
If you have any questions or comments, please contact
Michael.Strivelli@dep.state.fl.us=20
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<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">In the hustle and bustle and rush of holiday parties, "the =
Real Florida" offers visitors places of quiet tranquility along =
with holiday recreation and fun. At just under 54,000 acres, Kissimmee =
Prairie Preserve State Park brings to view an immense diversity of flora =
and fauna where a rich mosaic of wet and dry conditions supports =
abundant wildlife including the Florida sandhill crane, scrub-jay and =
grasshopper sparrow. Visitors may spot wild turkeys, bobcats, river =
otters, gopher tortoise, box turtles and Eastern indigo snakes. Travel =
to this special park northwest of Okeechobee for a quiet retreat with =
nature.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Rainbow Springs State Park is home to Florida's fourth largest =
spring. Historic sites at this park date from the era of the early =
Native Americans nearly 10,000 years ago. Fun and holiday festivities =
abound here at this state park where a special Christmas celebration =
includes "Santa" on the waterways arriving by boat to greet =
visitors young and old. Take in the family fun this holiday season with =
a visit to this park located near Dunnellon.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Click on the links to view our featured parks for =
December.</FONT></SPAN></P>
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LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier New">Fort Clinch State =
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LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier New">Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State =
Park</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN =
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LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier New">Lake June-in-Winter Scrub State =
Park</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN =
LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN>
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LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"> </SPAN><A =
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LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier New">Lignumvitae Key Botanical State =
Park</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN =
LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN>
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HREF=3D"http://www.floridastateparks.org/ochlockoneeriver"><SPAN =
LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier New">Ochlockonee River State =
Park</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN =
LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN>
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HREF=3D"http://www.floridastateparks.org/rainbowsprings"><SPAN =
LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier New">Rainbow Springs State =
Park</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN =
LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
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HREF=3D"http://www.floridastateparks.org/topsailhill"><SPAN =
LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" =
SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier New">Topsail Hill Preserve State =
Park</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN =
LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN>
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<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=3D4 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Featured Events</FONT></B></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><B><U><FONT FACE=3D"Courier =
New">ALFRED B. MACLAY GARDENS </FONT></U></B></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">(850) 487-4556</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Located at 3540 Thomasville Road about one mile north of I-10 on =
U.S. 319. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Park Admission: $4/vehicle</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Garden Entrance Fee: (Jan. 1 - April 30) $4/adult, $2/child 7-12 =
years, free for ages 6 and younger. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Events are free with park admission unless otherwise indicated. =
</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">CAMELLIA CHRISTMAS</FONT></B></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Fri., Dec. 3 </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">6 - 9 PM</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Free admission to the park and event. Come enjoy this traditional =
kickoff to the holiday season. Take a stroll on the candle-lit brick =
path. Enjoy hot cider and cookies. Listen to the sounds of holiday music =
performed by local carolers and musicians. Best of all, you may visit =
the Historic Maclay House resplendent in candles, fresh greenery and =
Camellias. NO PETS. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">HOLIDAY GREENERY ARRANGING</FONT></B></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Wed., Dec. 8 </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">10 AM - 12 PM</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Experts from Maclay Gardens Staff and the Tallahassee Garden Club =
teach this annual workshop. Learn how to make beautiful holiday =
arrangements using material from Maclay Gardens. You can take home what =
you create in class. Take what you learn in the workshop and make your =
own arrangements from your own back yard. NO PETS. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><B><U><FONT FACE=3D"Courier =
New">FORT COOPER</FONT></U></B></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">(352) 726-0315</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Located two miles southeast of Inverness off U.S. =
41.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Park Admission: $2/vehicle</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Events are free with park admission unless otherwise =
indicated.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">NIGHT OF LIGHTS</FONT></B></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Fri. - Sat., Dec. 17-18</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">6 PM - 8:30 PM</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Admission is a canned good or new toy for local charity. Lights, =
decorations, and luminaries will add a holiday touch to the park. =
Refreshments and entertainment will be offered. Hosted by the Friends of =
Fort Cooper. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><B><U><FONT FACE=3D"Courier =
New">SEBASTIAN INLET </FONT></U></B></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">(321) 984-4852</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">On State Road A1A between Melbourne and Vero Beach. =
</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Park Admission Fee: $5/vehicle</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">All events are free with admission unless otherwise indicated. =
</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">VOLCOM SEA COW SURF CONTEST</FONT></B></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Sat., Dec. 4 </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">7 AM - 5 PM</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">This surf contest matches the skills of local surfers under the age =
of 21. For more information about this event, call Shawn Slater at (321) =
868-0947 or go online to: www.volcom.com </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Starting time will depend on surf conditions and number of =
contestants. NO PETS.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><B><U><FONT FACE=3D"Courier =
New">GAMBLE PLANTATION</FONT></U></B></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">(941) 723-4536</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Located one mile west of I-75, exit 224 (old exit 43), on Highway =
U.S. 301 in Ellenton.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Park Admission: FREE</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Plantation Tour Fee: $5/adult, $3/child for ages 6-12, under age 6 =
free.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">PLANTATION CHRISTMAS</FONT></B></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Sat - Sun., Dec. 4 - 5 </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">10 AM - 4 PM</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">This event is hosted jointly by the Florida Park Service and the =
United Daughters of the Confederacy, Florida Division. Enjoy the =
afternoon’s activities: a tour through the mansion with its lovely =
period decorations, ladies and gentlemen in period costume, and =
entertainment on the grounds. </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><B><U><FONT FACE=3D"Courier =
New">LIGNUMVITAE KEY</FONT></U></B></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">(305) 664-2540</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Tour boat service available. For reservations, call (305) =
664-9814.</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Park Admission: FREE</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">All events are free with admission unless otherwise indicated. =
</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><B><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">LIGNUMVITAE KEY CHRISTMAS</FONT></B></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Sat. - Sun., Dec. 4 - 5 </FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">9 AM - 3:30 PM</FONT></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Your $10 donation includes round-trip boat fare to the island, a =
house and hardwood hammock tour and complimentary Christmas treats. Come =
celebrate an old-fashioned “Keys” Christmas on Lignumvitae =
Key. Hosted by the Friends of the Islamorada Area State Parks, this =
annual, holiday event features the historic Matheson House decorated in =
traditional “Keys” style. Boats will be leaving =
Robbie’s Marina at MM 77.5 bayside.</FONT></SPAN><SPAN =
LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN></P>
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<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">We hope to see you all soon, and we hope you have a =
ter</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">r</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">ific holiday season!</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN></P>
<P ALIGN=3DLEFT><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">If you have any questions or comments, please =
contact</FONT></SPAN><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"> </SPAN><A =
HREF=3D"mailto:Michael.Strivelli@dep.state.fl.us"><SPAN =
LANG=3D"en-us"><U><FONT COLOR=3D"#0000FF" SIZE=3D2 FACE=3D"Courier =
New">Michael.Strivelli@dep.state.fl.us</FONT></U></SPAN><SPAN =
LANG=3D"en-us"></SPAN></A><SPAN LANG=3D"en-us"><FONT SIZE=3D2 =
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