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Visit A Farmers Market

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A vibrant, friendly gathering, the Trinity Farmers Market takes place monthly and is well worth a visit if you’re in town at the right time. Bringing together over 70 independent local farmers, artisans, businesses and non-profits to share their products and services, it’s a joy to wander among its stalls and browse everything on offer. Look out for succulent berries, juicy watermelon, and crisp cucumbers before enjoying some tasty street food and live music. trinityfarmersmarket.org

Trinity Market

WERNER-BOYCE SALT SPRINGS STATE PARK

Kumquat Growers

Florida kumquat, known as the ‘little gold gems of the citrus family,’ are harvested from November to April. In St. Joseph – known as the kumquat capital of the world – the Gude family has owned and run the biggest farm since 1918, and the annual Kumquat Festival in January brings over 40,000 visitors to sample the famous kumquat pie, chutney, kumquat beer, ice cream, and the fruits themselves. kumquatfestival.org

A birder’s paradise, with several viewing stands located on the trails to spot bald eagles, roseate spoonbills, the elusive black rail, hawks, wading birds, shorebirds and migratory songbirds. Kayak and paddleboard rental allows you to sweep through the inlets and bayous that run along the county coastline. View the wildlife hidden in the mangroves that line the waterways and salt marshes or paddle out to the stilt houses that are sprinkled along the Gulf. floridastateparks.org