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Everyone is Invited.

If you do want to attend the Valentines Day excursion, reply via email to TheVillagesClassifieds-owner@yahoogroups.com with the following information:

1. How many people will attend?
2. Name of people who are attending.
3. Your phone number. Cell phone preferred.

Cathy McCaslin The Villages Classifieds' owner..... 350-6034

Valentines Day - Saturday - February 14
Charter bus will pick us up in 2 locations.
One near Sumter Square, one near Spanish Spring.
Pick up time will be 9 am.
Arrive in Ocala around 10:15 am.

We will be spending the day at:
SILVER SPRINGS NATURE PARK
website - http://www.silversprings.com/

The park closes at 5 pm.
The bus will bring us back to The Villages.

We are only able to enjoy this trip if 44 people commit; we need 20 more.
The cost is $42 per person.
Payment includes bus fare and park admission.
We are receiving a $10 discount at the park.

Park Attractions are all included in the admission price:

Glass Bottom Boat Cruises:
1. Archaeological Dig Site, Seminole Indian village,
1830s Fort King Army stockade, 1880s riverboat dock and train depot,
and an authentic Florida pioneer “Cracker” homestead.
2. Towering bald cypress trees, some more than 500 years old.
See alligators, turtles, heron, osprey, and other wildlife basking and
feeding in their natural habitat. Stop at a wildlife outpost, where naturalists
talk about Silver Springs’ wildlife rehabilitation and breeding programs.
- See dozens of species of fish, alligators, clams, crawfish, shrimp, snails and six different kinds of turtles, all amidst the backdrop of tiny fossilized shells from 70 million years ago. Peer through the glass and crystal clear water for views that only a scuba diver could have. You’ll be comfortably seated, and covered from the sun and weather.

Wildlife Exhibits:
1. White Alligators, two of the rarest reptiles in the world.
2. Big Gator Lagoon, three dozen of Florida’s largest alligators, most 11 to 13 feet in length! Guests observe these large reptiles from the safety of an elevated boardwalk.
3. Ross Allen Island features native snakes, turtles, arachnids (spiders), otters and other animals found in Florida. The exhibit also showcases archive photographs.
4. Panther Prowl, photograph the Western cougar.
5. Kritter Korral features a variety of farm animals like sheep, rabbits, donkeys, turkeys, and goats that park guests can pet and hand feed.
6. World of Bears is the largest bear exhibit of its kind in the world.

Shows:
1. The Lighthouse, a unique telescoping outer tower that quietly rises 80 feet above Silver Springs. Up to six passengers ride in each gondola for an unobstructed, panoramic view of the crystal clear river, landscaped grounds, and native Florida wildlife.
2. Wings of the Springs, showcase parrots, comical ducks and chickens, hawks, eagles, owls, falcons and vultures. Out of the ordinary surprise ending.
3. Reptiles of the World Show, exciting presentation on alligators, crocodiles, turtles and dispel some of the myths about these fascinating cold-blooded animals.
4. Non-Venomous Snake Show, view, touch and learn about the many different species of snakes in the world, and the important role they play in controlling rodents and other pests.
5. Alligator and crocodile feedings are presented daily at 2:30 p.m.
6. Wilderness Trail – Climb on board trams towed by Wrangler Jeeps for a ride into a forest for close up encounters with native Florida wildlife.


Botanical Gardens:
Silver Springs’ beautiful botanical gardens feature more than 138 varieties of native and exotic plants showcased in floral sculptures and flower beds along the banks of the Silver River. A popular location for weddings, the gardens have a winding pathway that allows park guests to view all aspects of the landscape. It’s a pleasure to take a leisurely stroll amid the ever-changing colors, and a photographer’s paradise.

Shopping & Dining:
Open-air Springside Mall offers a wide variety of shops with merchandise ranging from hats, souvenirs and T-shirts, to gifts from the sea.
Dining choices, from quick sandwiches and ice cream cones to cafeteria-style settings. Open daily are the Springs Pizzeria, Springside Cafe, Deli, Ice Cream & Fudge Shop. Billy Bowlegs Bar & Grill is open during special events, and there are many snack bars and food carts throughout the park.

SPECIAL EVENT FOR VALENTINES DAY:

Soap Stars, Hunks of Daytime TV
Feb. 14 (Valentines Day)
In Park Location – Twin Oaks Mansion
Meet and Greet – Autograph Signing (1:00pm – 3:30pm )

Jacob Young
AKA “JR Chandler”
All My Children

Christian LeBlanc
AKA “Michael Baldwin"
The Young & The Restless

Greg Vaughn
AKA “Lucky Spencer”
General Hospital

Brandon Beemer
AKA “Owen Knight”
The Bold & The Beautiful

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[NOTE: This is a not-for-profit excursion initiated by Cathy McCaslin, a Villager resident.]

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Everyone is Invited.

If you do want to attend the Valentines Day excursion, reply via email to TheVillagesClassifieds-owner@yahoogroups.com with the following information:

1. How many people will attend?
2. Name of people who are attending.
3. Your phone number. Cell phone preferred.

Cathy McCaslin The Villages Classifieds' owner..... 350-6034

Valentines Day - Saturday - February 14
Charter bus will pick us up in 2 locations.
One near Sumter Square, one near Spanish Spring.
Pick up time will be 9 am.
Arrive in Ocala around 10:15 am.

We will be spending the day at:
SILVER SPRINGS NATURE PARK
website - http://www.silversprings.com/

The park closes at 5 pm.
The bus will bring us back to The Villages.

We are only able to enjoy this trip if 44 people commit; we need 20 more.
The cost is $42 per person.
Payment includes bus fare and park admission.
We are receiving a $10 discount at the park.

Park Attractions are all included in the admission price:

Glass Bottom Boat Cruises:
1. Archaeological Dig Site, Seminole Indian village,
1830s Fort King Army stockade, 1880s riverboat dock and train depot,
and an authentic Florida pioneer “Cracker” homestead.
2. Towering bald cypress trees, some more than 500 years old.
See alligators, turtles, heron, osprey, and other wildlife basking and
feeding in their natural habitat. Stop at a wildlife outpost, where naturalists
talk about Silver Springs’ wildlife rehabilitation and breeding programs.
- See dozens of species of fish, alligators, clams, crawfish, shrimp, snails and six different kinds of turtles, all amidst the backdrop of tiny fossilized shells from 70 million years ago. Peer through the glass and crystal clear water for views that only a scuba diver could have. You’ll be comfortably seated, and covered from the sun and weather.

Wildlife Exhibits:
1. White Alligators, two of the rarest reptiles in the world.
2. Big Gator Lagoon, three dozen of Florida’s largest alligators, most 11 to 13 feet in length! Guests observe these large reptiles from the safety of an elevated boardwalk.
3. Ross Allen Island features native snakes, turtles, arachnids (spiders), otters and other animals found in Florida. The exhibit also showcases archive photographs.
4. Panther Prowl, photograph the Western cougar.
5. Kritter Korral features a variety of farm animals like sheep, rabbits, donkeys, turkeys, and goats that park guests can pet and hand feed.
6. World of Bears is the largest bear exhibit of its kind in the world.

Shows:
1. The Lighthouse, a unique telescoping outer tower that quietly rises 80 feet above Silver Springs. Up to six passengers ride in each gondola for an unobstructed, panoramic view of the crystal clear river, landscaped grounds, and native Florida wildlife.
2. Wings of the Springs, showcase parrots, comical ducks and chickens, hawks, eagles, owls, falcons and vultures. Out of the ordinary surprise ending.
3. Reptiles of the World Show, exciting presentation on alligators, crocodiles, turtles and dispel some of the myths about these fascinating cold-blooded animals.
4. Non-Venomous Snake Show, view, touch and learn about the many different species of snakes in the world, and the important role they play in controlling rodents and other pests.
5. Alligator and crocodile feedings are presented daily at 2:30 p.m.
6. Wilderness Trail – Climb on board trams towed by Wrangler Jeeps for a ride into a forest for close up encounters with native Florida wildlife.


Botanical Gardens:
Silver Springs’ beautiful botanical gardens feature more than 138 varieties of native and exotic plants showcased in floral sculptures and flower beds along the banks of the Silver River. A popular location for weddings, the gardens have a winding pathway that allows park guests to view all aspects of the landscape. It’s a pleasure to take a leisurely stroll amid the ever-changing colors, and a photographer’s paradise.

Shopping & Dining:
Open-air Springside Mall offers a wide variety of shops with merchandise ranging from hats, souvenirs and T-shirts, to gifts from the sea.
Dining choices, from quick sandwiches and ice cream cones to cafeteria-style settings. Open daily are the Springs Pizzeria, Springside Cafe, Deli, Ice Cream & Fudge Shop. Billy Bowlegs Bar & Grill is open during special events, and there are many snack bars and food carts throughout the park.

SPECIAL EVENT FOR VALENTINES DAY:

Soap Stars, Hunks of Daytime TV
Feb. 14 (Valentines Day)
In Park Location – Twin Oaks Mansion
Meet and Greet – Autograph Signing (1:00pm – 3:30pm )

Jacob Young
AKA “JR Chandler”
All My Children

Christian LeBlanc
AKA “Michael Baldwin"
The Young & The Restless

Greg Vaughn
AKA “Lucky Spencer”
General Hospital

Brandon Beemer
AKA “Owen Knight”
The Bold & The Beautiful