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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2D0P_crayton-cove_Naples-FL.html
Crayton Cove. . This "Back Bay" area was settled in 1915. As Naples' first sheltered mooring, it became the community center for the pioneers building the Tamiami Trail as well as the fishing industry. The first pharmacy, the first newspaper, and …
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The Naples Depot. . Built in 1926, by the Seaboard Airline, the Naples Depot welcomed Naples' first passenger train in 1927. Services continued until 1971. Shortly thereafter the Tamiami Trail was completed. These two important infrastructures suc…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM2D0F_the-naples-canal_Naples-FL.html
The Naples Canal. . . The Naples Canal was a monumental prehistoric construction achievement. It was 4,150 feet long (0.8 miles) and bisected an area between the Gulf of Mexico and Naples Bay. The Naples Canal was dug perhaps as early as A.D. 20…
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The Naples Depot, which was completed in 1927, is one of the oldest remaining structures in the City of Naples. The Depot was built to serve as the Seaboard Air Line Railway's southern-most west coast terminal. The coming of railroads to Naples an…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM26JE_tamiami-trail_Ochopee-FL.html
The Tamiami Trail links the two great cities for which it was named — Tampa and Miami. It bridges the Everglades, tying together south Florida's Atlantic and Gulf coasts. Its official opening on April 28, 1926, by Governor John W. Martin …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM20CK_big-cypress-national-preserve_Ochopee-FL.html
Rain-the Swamp's Lifeblood Nearly 55 inches of rain falls here annually-drenching Big Cypress National Preserve during the summer wet season. The fresh water flowing through the national preserve replenishes the local aquifer and sustains the ab…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM20CJ_h-p-williams-roadside-park_Ochopee-FL.html
Things to see Cypress Knees Cypress trees sprout curious Appendages called knees. They are believed to help stabilize the parent tree in swamp environments. Florida Panther The solitary Florida panther ranges throughout a wide territory…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM20CH_fighting-an-invasion_Ochopee-FL.html
Invasive species are destructive or aggressive plants and animals that greatly alter the natural balance of native area. They out compete native species for resources and reduce biodiversity. Invasives are extremely expensive to eradicate and po…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM20CG_birds-of-big-cypress_Ochopee-FL.html
The watery areas of Big Cypress National Preserve attract colorful flocks of long-legged wading birds that sweep across the shallow wetlands stalking their prey, while other waterbirds dive below the surface to search for food. Anhingas Anhin…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM20CE_welcome-to-the-gulf-coast-visitor-center_Everglades-City-FL.html
Hours: April to November 9:00-4:4:30 November to April 8:00 -4:30 Come upstairs to the National Park visitor center for information, park maps, exhibits, videos and more! Along The Tamiami Trail Things to see and do (From West to East) …
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