Why am I writing a Blog?

Be yourself; Everyone else is already taken.

— Oscar Wilde.

Hello fellow outdoor lovers!

I have decided that I would like to share my knowledge and experiences with everyone on what it is to be a business owner in the eco tourism industry and my experience in the outdoors. My blog will pull directly from my experiences in South Florida and the Keys as well is what is happening around the world and how it is all connected and effects the small business world in tourism.

Why am I qualified to impart my knowledge to you? Because you’re still reading. Haha, but seriously, I own Blue Moon Outdoor Adventures in Fort Lauderdale and Blue Moon Kayak Key West and just started a new venture with the South Florida Renaissance Festival in Deerfield as well. This blog will be a tool for me as well… feedback, brainstorming, problem solving with the online world. Everyone has a different point of view. So as I bring my stories and experiences to you feel free to comment, suggest, disagree or agree with what I have to share.

Okay well here we go! Some topics I will be exploring in the next few months could be business or eco tourism related such as:

How to start a business in eco tourism
Kids and Kayaking
Watersports for Fitness
Identifying local Fish & Fauna of Florida
Towing
Family Vacations
Be one with your travelers
Where does all the energy come from
Water Quality
Different type of travelers
Staffing
Daily concerns – weather
Tour research and continuing education
Safety for your staff and guests
Working with Concierge
Non profit partnerships
Staying involved locally
What is healthy Competition

Anything not on the list? Well I am sure it will continue to grow, but feel free to suggest other topics you would like to read about in the future.

Paddles Up!

Lionfish Lauren