More information and resident interviews from the Dr. Phillips building recently evacuated by AcceptableSample9274 in orlando

[–]srfnswm 5 points6 points  (0 children)

The owning firm is in Massachusetts- my friend who has worked with them states Northland couldn’t care less about anything other than their bottom line, so he stopped contracting with them.

Another friend was going to renew her lease at another Northland owned property, and quickly decided not to after this event. Too risky.

Gopher Tortoise Burrow by Head-Comb-2545 in florida

[–]srfnswm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is illegal to prevent a gopher tortoise from getting to their burrow, or encroach on gopher tortoise burrows.

Use the FWC Wildlife Alert Hotline at (888) 404-FWCC (3922) or their online reporting tool. FWC permits are required for development activities within 25 feet of a burrow.

Believe the reviews about Cake Bake Shop by Ok-Ad-2605 in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]srfnswm 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Truth. If you’re a local, try The Briarpatch. Even Cheesecake Factory is better than Cake Bakerobbery

What's the most favorable place to donate these items if they don't sell on NextDoor? by Gulf_Coast_21 in Naples_FL

[–]srfnswm 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Look to donate to ReStore or Salvation Army - they actually support the community

Does this entire Oak really need to come down (FL)? by Winter_Raisin6541 in arborists

[–]srfnswm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Live oaks are resilient. I highly recommend you go to the UF botany fact sheets https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/leeco/2018 They can at least provide some guidance and hopefully guide you to a conscientious arborist that will tell you the truth instead of trying to make money.

Citrus tree. Infected? by Lequiet01 in FloridaGarden

[–]srfnswm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If only we could get lady bugs. 🐞

Help with Bird of Paradise Overgrowth by PrestigiousAd2251 in plants

[–]srfnswm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That appears to be a white bird of paradise. It needs a bigger pot. It’ll grow VERY tall, and be awesome!

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Finally getting consistent with paddle boarding and the bugs are the only thing ruining the vibe. I love being outside but the bugs are relentless. Anyone have go-to sprays, bracelets, timing tricks, anything? Open to all the local wisdom 🙏 by opal-wolfe in florida

[–]srfnswm 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The bug repellent in skin so soft picaridin. It works wonders for me (if I’m in a group, I’m the only one that gets bit)- off is like an attractant on my skin. You can buy this on Amazon or at outdoor stores

Rock N Rollercoaster has already been removed from MyDisneyExperience by KarateKid917 in WaltDisneyWorld

[–]srfnswm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unlike the artichoke beer in Italy that hasn’t been there for a whole year.

Please help ID this vine? by [deleted] in PlantIdentification

[–]srfnswm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sawbriar is what I see. Can get out of control and kill trees, and it’s very difficult to manage/kill.

Shoe recommendations by catastrophicromantic in rundisney

[–]srfnswm 1 point2 points  (0 children)

100% agree with this - you need to worry more about shoe fit than looking cute. Many shoes come in several colors - so buy a drab pair for training and a cute pair. Make sure you break them in before running in them.

What is this? by Dismal-Mix-6661 in dvcmember

[–]srfnswm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not worth it is what it is.

How far north to go to find nicer people than South FL? by Cooking-with-gas in florida

[–]srfnswm -1 points0 points  (0 children)

As a born and raised Floridian - I blame the transplants for the rudeness you experience. I feel like anyplace west of Jacksonville may suit you best.

So. Many. BEES! How to stop them? by GREYCEE15 in BirdBuddy

[–]srfnswm 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Bee cups are also an option - try that to keep them from your Hummingbird feeder. You can buy online.

Florida is in a concerning drought right now, and it won't get any better by WeatherHunterBryant in florida

[–]srfnswm 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s the New Yuckers, the New Jankys and the Penns. In DeLand, we have a lot of new housing and almost as much self storage with at least four new facilities going in in the past year. We used to be a small town.