Visit West Volusia: Old Florida. New Vibe.<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgiaturner/">Georgia C. Turner</a> is our guest on the Outdoor Adventure Series today. Georgia is the Executive Director at Visit West Volusia in Florida, between Daytona Beach and Orlando. West Volusia is a hidden gem brimming with natural beauty, historic charm, and vibrant community life.  From the serene Blue Spring State Park, a sanctuary for manatees, to the rich cultural vibe of downtown Deland, Georgia shares the many outdoor adventures and experiences that make West Volusia a must-visit destination.DISCUSSIONAttractions and Unique Features of West Volusia<ul><li>Historical Identity and Attractions<ul><li>Historical partnership with Daytona Beach</li><li>Springs and State Parks</li><li><a href="https://www.stetsonmansion.com/">Stetson Mansion</a></li></ul></li><li>Experience for Visitors and Residents<ul><li>Coffee shops, eateries, breweries</li><li>Social and community events</li><li>Retirement and Relocation</li></ul></li></ul>Parks and Nature Activities<ul><li>State Parks<ul><li><a href="https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/blue-spring-state-park">Blue Spring</a></li><li><a href="https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/de-leon-springs-state-park">De Leon Springs</a></li><li><a href="https://www.floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/hontoon-island-state-park">Hontoon Island</a></li><li><a href="https://www.fws.gov/refuge/lake-woodruff">Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Preserve</a></li></ul></li></ul>Trails and Outdoor Activities<ul><li>Major Trails<ul><li>Coast to Coast</li><li>Five County</li><li>Spring-to-Spring</li></ul></li><li>Other Outdoor Activities<ul><li>Hiking, biking, bird-watching, fishing, tours</li></ul></li></ul>Manatees<ul><li>Seasonal Presence and Viewing<ul><li>Manatees seeking refuge in the warm springs</li><li>Blue Spring State Park</li></ul></li></ul>Environmental Stewardship and Conservation<ul><li>Protection Efforts<ul><li>Save the Manatees organization</li><li>Mighty River Recovery initiative</li><li>Community education and visitor guidelines</li></ul></li></ul>LEARN MORE Click here to visit the West Volusia website at <a href="https://www.visitwestvolusia.com/">https://www.visitwestvolusia.com/</a> or on these social sites: Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/VisitWestVolusia/">https://www.facebook.com/VisitWestVolusia/</a> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/visitwestvolusia/">https://www.instagram.com/visitwestvolusia/</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/VisitWestVolusiaFL">https://www.youtube.com/user/VisitWestVolusiaFL</a> NEXT STEPS Visit us at <a href="https://outdooradventureseries.com/">https://outdooradventureseries.com</a>. We welcome likes, comments, and shares. KEYWORDS Georgia C. Turner, Visit West Volusia, Stetson Mansion, Manatee Watching, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview, Destination Marketing Organization #VisitWestVolusia #StetsonMansion #ManateeWatchinMy Favorite Podcast Tools: <ol> <li> Production by <a href="https://www.descript.com/?lmref=VgjX0A">Descript</a> </li> <li> Hosting <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=191396">Buzzsprout</a> </li> <li> Show Notes by <a href="https://www.castmagic.io/?via=howard">Castmagic</a> </li> <li> Website powered by <a href="https://www.podpage.com/?via=howard">Podpage</a> </li> <li> Be a Podcast Guest by <a href="https://www.joinpodmatch.com/outdoor_adventure_series">PodMatch</a> </li> </ol>

Visit West Volusia: Old Florida. New Vibe. Georgia C. Turner is our guest on the Outdoor Adventure Series today. Georgia is the Executive Director at Visit West Volusia in Florida, between Daytona Beach and Orlando. West Volusia is a hidden gem brimming with natural beauty, historic charm, and vibrant community life.   From the serene Blue Spring State Park, a sanctuary for manatees, to the rich cultural vibe of downtown Deland, Georgia shares the many outdoor adventures and experie...