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Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens . 10/5/26 Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens . 10/5/26

4 Unforgettable Day Trips Near Ocala for Outdoor Lovers

If you're looking to spend a weekend outside—whether that’s walking through a quarry garden, paddling past wild monkeys, or cooling off in 72-degree spring water—here are four easy day trips to add to your list.

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens . 9/1/26 Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens . 9/1/26

Why Cedar Lakes Woods & Gardens Belongs on Your Florida Bucket List

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens . 7/27/26 Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens . 7/27/26

Give Your Tools Some TLC: Simple Maintenance Tips Every Gardener Should Know

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens . 7/1/26 Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens . 7/1/26

Red, White, and Green: Planning the Ultimate July 4th Garden Picnic

Independence Day is often synonymous with packed beaches, roaring fireworks, and bustling, high-energy block parties. But if your ideal holiday looks a little less chaotic and a lot more serene, we have the perfect alternative.

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens . 6/1/26 Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens . 6/1/26

The Oasis That Buzzes: Celebrating National Pollinator Week at Cedar Lakes

If you have ever stood quietly along our quarry trails, watched a dragonfly skim the water, or noticed a burst of brilliant color dancing from leaf to leaf, you’ve witnessed the unsung heroes of our botanical sanctuary in action.

Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens . 4/29/26 Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens . 4/29/26

Why Cedar Lakes is the Ultimate Mother’s Day Escape

This year, skip the crowded brunch lines and the bouquets that only last a week. Give Mom something she’ll truly remember: a day of peace, fresh air, and discovery.

Share Your Roots: Contribute to our Blog

Are you a passionate Florida gardener, a native plant enthusiast or even a local wildlife photographer with stories and tips to share? If so, we’d love to hear from you! At Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens, we love sharing content that inspires, educates, and connects our community with the incredible natural beauty of Florida. We know our visitors, volunteers, and fellow green thumbs possess a wealth of knowledge, and we invite you to share your expertise with our online audience. We are seeking well-written guest posts from hobbyists, horticulturists, and subject-matter experts who can provide engaging, near-ready articles tailored to Florida's unique climate and ecosystems.

All submissions must be original content, not published anywhere else.
We’d like them to be 1,000 to 2,000 words for standard articles.
All articles must align with our core focus of conservation, education and community appreciate for nature.
We are unable to provide any compensation for guest submissions at this time, however you are welcome to include a short author bio (50 words or less) to highlight your website or social media channel helping you reach new readers.

To submit a pitch, please fill out the form found below.