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Horse tours Brevard

Eco-tours on Horseback at the Ace of Hearts Ranch

Horse tours Brevard If you are getting bored of the beautiful sunrises over the water, amazing beaches, and fabulous restaurants that can be found in and around Melbourne, hop in the car and drive just 35 miles north on I-95. Here you will find the Ace of Hearts Ranch, providing eco-tours on horseback!

The Ranch is available for riders age 10 and up. Visitors get the chance to ride and explore a forest trail. Open daily, the Ranch’s hours are 8am to 5pm, Monday through Saturday and Sunday from 2pm to 5pm. Rides are one hour in length and cost $30 per person. Reservations need to be made ahead of time to ensure the availability of the horses. Private rides are also available for up to four riders. Reviews from visitors have been wholly positive with the Ranch scoring five stars on Yelp. According to previous riders the horses are “well mannered” and “taken care of” and the experience was great, enjoyable, and relaxing. One reviewer even reported their ride lasting longer than the hour advertised making it well worth the cost.

Mad Cow Theater Orlando

Mad Cow Theater Orlando In the heart of downtown Orlando you will find one of the most respected theatre companies in the area. Mad Cow Theatre opened its doors in 1997 as a two show project and has grown exponentially and now celebrating its 14th year. Located just off the I-4, the theatre is convenient and easy to find.While the 2012-2013 season is winding down there are still two productions you can catch this summer; Collected Stories and Death of a Salesman. Tickets generally run from $25 for regular seating and $32 for premium, however you can catch some discounted shows during weekday showings.

Collected Stories is running from June 21st through July 14th. The drama was written by Pulitzer Prize winning dramatist Donald Margulies. The story is based on the a student/teacher relationship between two women. The student is the teachers protegee and as she matures as a writer over the course of the play (a six year time span) she pens a novel based on the affair of her teacher with a well known poet. The drama examines relationships and what is fair game when it comes to the creative process. Described as both witty and powerful, it is a must see.

What are the consequences of violating the Sunshine Law?

Violations of Florida’s Sunshine Law can bring stiff and far reaching consequences, some of which are not just against the board members, commissioners, etc. involved. For starters, there can be criminal penalties. If a board member, commissioner, etc. knowingly violates the Sunshine Law, the individual is likely guilty of a second degree misdemeanor, which can include 60 days of imprisonment and a fine of up to $500.

Obtaining Patent Rights For A Deceased Inventor

If an inventor passes away prior to filing a patent application, or prior to executing an oath or declaration, a substitute statement can be filed by the deceased inventor’s legal representative.

Uncooperative Inventors

What happens when an inventor refuses to sign filing documents of a patent application? Remaining inventors may file the patent application without the uncooperative inventor.

Corduroy the Bear in Melbourne Florida

Meet Corduroy at Barnes & Noble

Barnes & Noble, one of the largest book retail companies in the world, operates their retail stores more like community centers than bookstores. They want customers to stay awhile and enjoy all that their store has to offer and B&N has more to offer than just books.  Customers can enjoy food and beverage at […]

Indian River Boat Queen

Ride the Queen on the Indian River!

Visitors travelling over the Hubert Humphrey Bridge on 520 in Cocoa slow to a crawl when their eyes rest upon the “Queen” perched at her dock.  The Indian River Queen is truly a majestic sight to see.  The Queen stands out with her bright red paddle wheel and shiny black chimney. When visitors see […]

Surf Camp Florida

Send the Kids to Surf Art Camp This Summer!

School is out for the summer.  The time of year which parents dread.  The kids are home all day and the parents have to work.  Who is going to watch the children?  They certainly can’t leave their children unsupervised.  What are parents to do? Send the children to Surf Art Camp!  Surf Art Camp […]

space shuttle exhibit

The Kennedy Space Station is opening their new Space Shuttle Atlantis Exhibit on June 29th to the general public.  Visitors of the Space Station are in for an out this world experience!  Greeting them upon entering the exhibit is the 150,000 pound Space Shuttle Atlantis hanging suspended 30 feet off the ground and tilted […]

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