Doing Florida in Your Own Backyard

If you know anything about me, I am all about getting out and Doing florida — even if it’s in my own backyard. After all, we live where others vacation, so options for day-trip getaways and staycations often leave us with plenty of time to soak up the florida sun without ever having to leave our property. And, for those of us with pools, there’s the added benefit of going for a cool dip after a long day of hiking, biking, or whatever else you’ve been Doing in this great state.

There are over 10 million swimming pools in the U.S., and a majority of them are right here in florida — and for good reason! Other than never having to have to “winterize” our pools, swimming is an ideal workout because it keeps the body cool and is low-impact. It’s also a great way to hang out and spend quality time with family and friends.
Also, there’s nothing better than having your kids beg for permission to go outside and splash around instead of being glued to their phones. Water activities mean sneaking in exercise without them hardly noticing (added bonus: kids will tire out and go to bed without argument).

Studies have also shown that being in (or even around) a body of water is relaxing. So, if you can’t make the ocean, lake, river, or stream, there’s always a pool to keep you zen.
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Be sure to check out our facebook videos we’ve been putting together with Pinch A Penny. There’s some great information and tips on basic care and maintenance, how to enjoy your pool all year round, keeping your pool pristine during the rainy season, and prepping your pool during storms.​

Do florida,
Chad

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About the Host/Creator

As a native Floridian, Chad Crawford has always loved his home state, and he’s made it his mission to share it with the world. He’s often called Florida’s Ambassador for this very reason. Emmy award-winning how to Do florida with Chad Crawford began as a way to combine Chad’s passions – filmmaking, Florida, and literally anything outdoors – but has evolved into a passion project. The more he travels the state, meeting people whose livelihood is the land (and water), the more aware he has become of the issues facing Florida – namely the water crisis. ​He has worked alongside Florida Fish and Wildlife, Coastal Conservation Association, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Department of Agriculture, Everglades Foundation, Captains for Clean Water, and author Richard Louv in directed efforts to help preserve Florida’s natural resources, and to communicate how we can all be part of solving the environmental problems the state is facing today. ​

Recognizing that the next generation needs be part of this conversation, he created an Emmy award-winning kids’ show, The Outsiders Club. The series is geared toward kids and young families, takes place outdoors, and educates viewers in a fun and meaningful way about how they can care for Florida’s environment. Chad uses his platforms to create fans of Florida, but more importantly, he’s interested in creating advocates for Florida. He often says, “When people experience the real Florida they are more likely to take interest in the issues that affect it.”  His famous sign-off “Get out and Do Florida” has incited a movement of people, stoking renewed interest in our state’s environmental issues. He encourages his fans to both enjoy Florida and be part of preserving its resources, saying, “If we all do just a little, well, that’s a lot.” Chad and his wife live in Central Florida with their four children.
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