Change is in the air.\u00a0 This fall the Silver Springs Attraction will be back in the hands of the State\u00a0of Florida for management, and the Springs will become a part of the Silver River State Park.\u00a0 Efforts are being made to preserve the head spring, and to protect the water, flora, fauna and wildlife.<\/p>\n
As you journey along the Silver River it amazes all that this River has remained virtually uncompromised by modern expansion.\u00a0 There are no developments, condos, or concrete.\u00a0 Just the River, the Springs, and the wildlife.\u00a0 “Florida as it used to be ” and “The true Florida we came to see” are both comments often voiced by those who come to see this gem of Mother Nature.<\/p>\n
There is always something new or different to enjoy.\u00a0 This time of year we start looking to see if the manatees will return.\u00a0 Just this week a manatee was spotted several times along the Silver River.\u00a0 Posed for a few pictures as it enjoyed the constant 72 degree water temperature.\u00a0 This is the third consecutive year that these rare aquatic mammals have been sighted, and we are\u00a0grateful for their return.\u00a0 Use extreme caution while maneuvering where manatees are present.<\/p>\n
Boaters beware of the multiple snags along the River.\u00a0 Recent storms and accompanying winds have created more than the norm, and several will be difficult for larger boats to navigate around.<\/p>\n
Until next time, see you on the River!<\/p>\n Change is in the air.\u00a0 This fall the Silver Springs Attraction will be back in the hands of the State\u00a0of Florida for management, and the Springs will become a part of the Silver River State Park.\u00a0 Efforts are being made to preserve the head spring, and to protect the water, flora, fauna and wildlife. As … <\/p>\n![\"Just](\"http:\/\/www.slickcharters.net\/River-News\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/130329-manatee-400x300.jpg\")