Gator Country

Author : Rebecca Renner
Publisher : Flatiron Books
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2023-11-14
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781250842589

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Gator Country by Rebecca Renner Pdf

David Grann meets Susan Orlean in this page-turning true story of an underground operation into the mysterious world of alligator poaching and its larger than life Floridian characters To catch a Florida Man, you have to become one, and that’s what Officer Jeff Babauta did. As his ponytailed, whiskey-soaked alter ego, he established Sunshine Alligator Farm. His goal? Infiltrate the shady world of illegal poachers in the Florida Everglades in order to protect the natural world. A head-spinning adventure soon unfolds. Jeff deals with glow-in-the-dark alligators and high-speed airboat rides, but quickly learns that not all poachers are villains. They’re simply people trying to survive, fighting against the poverty and greed holding them down. Jeff wants to solve the mystery of alligator poachers, and in doing so he must venture deeper into a strange ecosystem where right is wrong, and justice comes at the cost of those who’ve welcomed him into their world. Gator Country is the twisting true story of the impossible choices individuals must make to stay afloat in this world. Through its wholly unique blend of reporting, nature writing, and personal narrative, this book transports readers to vibrant and dangerous Florida landscapes and offers intimate portraits of those who call the region home. Broad in scope and vivid in detail, Gator Country is a fast paced tale of the risks people will take to survive in one of the world's most beautiful yet formidable landscapes and the undercover investigation that threatens to topple the whole scheme.

Author : Milkyway Media
Publisher : Milkyway Media
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2024-01-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Summary of Rebecca Renner's Gator Country by Milkyway Media Pdf

Get the Summary of Rebecca Renner's Gator Country in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Gator Country" by Rebecca Renner is a narrative that follows Jeff Babauta, an officer with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, as he embarks on an undercover operation to combat alligator poaching in the Everglades. Jeff, the force's sole Pacific Islander, is nearing retirement and is conflicted about leaving the wilderness he has dedicated his life to protecting. He empathizes with poachers, understanding their struggles, and prefers education over punishment...

Author : Ernest Herndon
Publisher : Zondervan Publishing Company
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0310382610

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Double-Crossed in Gator Country by Ernest Herndon Pdf

Twelve-year-old Eric and his friends are sent by the CIA to foil alligator poachers in the Everglades.

Author : Danny Wuerffel
Publisher : Sports Publishing LLC
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Football players
ISBN : 9781596701564

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Danny Wuerffel Tales from the Gator Swamp by Danny Wuerffel Pdf

The most beloved and decorated player in Florida history takes fans behind the scenes and into the locker room for one of the greatest eras in the annals of college football. Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Danny Wuerffel, now retired from the NFL, has finally had the time to look back, reminisce, and share his thoughts about that magical time when he was referred to by some "as the greatest passer to ever play college football." Wuerffel gives his many fans a first-time reflection into a variety of topics, including his relationship with Steve Spurrier, his rivalry with Peyton Manning, and how his strong Christian beliefs shaped his football career. Along with award-winning sports columnist and coauthor Mike Bianchi, he replays the big games from each of his four magnificent seasons, talks about the quarterback controversies and quandaries, discusses faith and football, compares Spurrier and Bobby Bowden, and takes readers on a glorious trip that starts with a recruiting visit to Gainesville and culminates with an incredible national championship victory over Florida State in New Orleans. Danny Wuerffel's Tales from the Gator Swamp will take readers on a delightful journey back to the "good old days" of the 1990s, when Spurrier's funning and gunning and cunning style of offense revolutionized the Southeastern Conference. After reading this book, fans will understand why Danny Wuerffel collected as much admiration and as many accolades as perhaps any player in the proud history of college football.

Author : Buddy Martin
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2013-09-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781613212967

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The Boys from Old Florida by Buddy Martin Pdf

In The Boys from Old Florida, Buddy Martin takes the reader beneath the surface of Florida football as, without bias or sugar coating, he skillfully excavates the truths behind “The Gator Nation.” In this book, Martin, a Florida native, has chronicled the real stories of Gator coaches and players through their own eyes and in their words over a 55-year period since 1950—and not all are valentines. The school asked all but one of the coaches interviewed to leave or move up. Some players became estranged or never really felt appreciated. Yet, others are forever grateful for their experience as Gator players and feel a sense of brotherhood. Liberating moments such as the arrival of Ray Graves come to life through the words of somebody who experienced it firsthand. Martin’s fresh investigations have bolstered his sharp memory of those moments as they unfolded, including Graves’s firing after a fairy tale season with his “Super Sophs.”

Author : Lonely Planet,Amy C Balfour,Ryan Ver Berkmoes,Stephen Lioy
Publisher : Lonely Planet
Page : 737 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2018-02-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781787012431

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Lonely Planet Texas by Lonely Planet,Amy C Balfour,Ryan Ver Berkmoes,Stephen Lioy Pdf

Lonely Planet Texas is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Rock out, get the blues or chill to country classics in live-music capital, Austin, or appreciate just how big Texas is on a hike at Big Bend National Park; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Texas and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Texas Travel Guide: Color maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, music, lifestyle, culture, football, landscapes, wildlife, Texas BBQ, cuisine Over 42 color maps Covers Austin, San Antonio, Hill Country, Dallas, Panhandle Plains, Houston, East Texas, Gulf Coast, South Texas, Big Bend National Park, West Texas, and more eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in maps and images Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Texas, our most comprehensive guide to Texas, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less traveled. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Southwest USA guide for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. Lonely Planet enables the curious to experience the world fully and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves, near or far from home. TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition.

Author : James T. Huffstodt
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2014-10-01
Category : True Crime
ISBN : 9781561647521

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Everglades Lawmen by James T. Huffstodt Pdf

From the first game wardens in the Everglades to present-day wildlife officers, law enforcement in the wild, untamed Everglades has kept pace with changing times. Today's game wardens chase escaped convicts, keep surveillance on drug runners, and recover wreckage from plane crashes as well as arrest deer, turkey, and alligator poachers. Meet the men and women who have dedicated their lives to protecting the wildlife and natural resources in the only Everglades on earth. For anyone interested in law enforcement or the Everglades.

Author : Lisa Kelly
Publisher : Dog Ear Publishing
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2019-04-03
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781457548048

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The Men We Became: More Echoes From the End Zone by Lisa Kelly Pdf

What does it take to be a student-athlete at Notre Dame? Sports fans may have an idea of what it takes to play football at a Division I college: the training, the discipline, the pain, the motivation. But most of us have no idea what it takes to be a successful student-athlete at a top academic institution such as Notre Dame. In “The Men We Became: More Echoes From the End Zone,” the follow up to Lisa Kelly’s first book “Echoes From the End Zone: The Men We Became;” Lisa details what it takes to be a successful student-athlete at Notre Dame: the dedication, determination and drive that Our Lady’s student-athletes need to find success both on and off the field. She tells the stories of another group of Notre Dame football players including: • The lessons they learned in college, and how those lessons changed their lives via the Notre Dame Value Stream • Their years at Notre Dame • The end of their football careers • The new careers and dreams they followed after football "The profiles of the Notre Dame men presented in this book touch on the significant impact the University played in the shaping of these individuals after they left . Lisa does a masterful job of extracting the essence of what make Notre Dame men special. I am proud of the legacy I was fortunate enough to be a part of and grateful to Lisa for doing such a remarkable job in telling our stories.” ~Reggie Brooks “The men featured in this book are special individuals and represent all that is great about Notre Dame. These men are significant and they have strived each day to make an impact and difference in all things that they touch. They were - and as far as I’m concerned remain - Notre Dame student-athletes and I’m proud to have been a part of their lives. Lisa, thank you for your work and sharing with the Notre Dame Family what you so appropriately have named, “The Men We Became: More Echoes From the End Zone.” ~ Lou Holtz

Author : M. Timothy O'Keefe,Timothy O'Keefe
Publisher : Celtcom, Inc.
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0897323432

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Great Adventures in Florida by M. Timothy O'Keefe,Timothy O'Keefe Pdf

Great Adventures in Florida explores the exciting, alternative travel adventures Florida has to offer and shows you where to experience them. When vacations fail to recharge or refresh you, and the family becomes restless with the same old routine, then follow M. Timothy O'Keefe to exotic, thrilling, and surprising adventures in the Sunshine State. This wonderful book includes such adventures as spending a night at an underwater hotel, drifting in a hot-air balloon, and swimming with the mermaids of Crystal River. From the calm to the exciting, there are more than twenty-five adventures to choose from. If you ignore the possibilities of adventure, are you really living? (6 x 9, 288 pages, b&w photos, map)

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1620 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Trademarks
ISBN : WISC:89051172310

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Official Gazette of the United States Patent and Trademark Office by Anonim Pdf

Author : Christopher Schmitt,Mark Trammell,Ethan Marcotte,Dunstan Orchard,Todd Dominey
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 457 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2005-07-29
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780764588334

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Professional CSS by Christopher Schmitt,Mark Trammell,Ethan Marcotte,Dunstan Orchard,Todd Dominey Pdf

Looks at the Web site design process using CSS.

Author : Sharry Buckner
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2009-12-08
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780762763207

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Fun with the Family Texas by Sharry Buckner Pdf

Fun with the Family Texas leads the way to historical attractions, children's museums, festivals, parks, and much more.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1124 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Government publications
ISBN : STANFORD:36105133482427

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Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents by Anonim Pdf

Author : Jimmy Sanderson
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 443 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2023-08-24
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781440878381

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Corruption and Scandal in American Sports by Jimmy Sanderson Pdf

Scandals about cheating and corruption have dogged amateur and professional sports in the United States since the nation's earliest days. This work examines the most infamous and consequential of these controversies and scandals both on and off the field. Authoritative Individual essays tackle notorious events in popular American sports ranging from the 1919 Black Sox scandal to revelations of sign stealing by the Houston Astros throughout their 2020 championship season, with stops in between to survey horrific sex abuse scandals at Penn State, Baylor, and Michigan State; steroid and drug scandals that brought down once-admired athletes like Mark McGwire and Lance Armstrong; and cheating/betting controversies that tainted individual players (Pete Rose), teams (Boston College, New England Patriots), and entire leagues (including the Little League World Series in 2001). But this work does more than just recount these events; it will also examine the cultural and economic pressures and forces that contributed to these events, as well as the lessons learned and steps taken (if any) to enact reform and help the sport recover.

Author : Pat Dooley
Publisher : Triumph Books
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781623682934

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100 Things Florida Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die by Pat Dooley Pdf

This guidebook to all things Gators reveals the most critical moments and important facts about past and present players, coaches, and teams that are part of the storied history that is Florida football. Throughout the pages, readers will find pep talks, records, and Gators lore to test their knowledge, including Steve Spurrier's 1966 Heisman Trophy season and how the quarterback-turned-head coach returned to build one of the nation's elite programs in the 1990s; the teams' unforgettable 1996 championship season, when Spurrier and quarterback Danny Wuerffel led one of the most prolific offenses in college football history; and the Gators' return to the top in 2006 and 2008 behind head coach Urban Meyer and legendary quarterback Tim Tebow. Die-hard fans from the days of Spurrier behind center and new supporters of head coach Will Muschamp's squad alike will appreciate this book that contains everything University of Florida fans should know, see, and do in their lifetime.