Gainesville Explorer is a collection of stories, multimedia and maps showcasing places to go in Gainesville as well as day-trip locations. Each week, one location on the map will be updated, adding multimedia and a brief review.

McIntyre Stained Glass Studio 2008.05.29

The McIntyre Stained Glass Studio showscases work by over 30 Gainesville-area artists, as well as stained glass designed and created by Mary McIntyre and her husband, Mike.

Ginnie Springs 2008.04.21

Ginnie Springs is a popular place for watersports and camping.

The Gainesville Raceway 2008.04.14

The checkered flag has a home in Gainesville at the Raceway.

The Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail 2008.03.07

The Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail is 16 miles of protected park land for biking, walking and horseback riding.

Lake Wauburg 2008.03.24

Lake Wauburg is a great place for spring and summer fun, close to UF.

The Kanapaha Botanical Gardens 2008.03.17

The Kanapaha Botanical Gardens consists of 15 different gardens, providing a lush and serene atmosphere.

Union Street Farmers' Market 2008.03.03

The Union Street Farmers' Market is about more than fresh, local food. It's about people.

UF Teaching Observatory 2008.02.25

UF students can gaze at the stars at UF's observatory.

SFCC Teaching Zoo 2008.02.19

The SFCC Teaching Zoo is the local zoo for the Gainesville area and the laboratory for the Zoo Animal Technology Program.

Florida Museum of Natural History Butterfly Garden 2008.02.11

The Florida Museum of Natural History's Butterfly Garden is home to myriad species.

Drag show at University Club 2008.02.01

Jason Henry and Lidia Dinkova pull the curtains away from University Club's weekly drag show.

Gainesville Rock Gym 2008.01.28

Video and review of the Gainesville Rock Gym.

UF Bat House and Lake Alice 2008.01.23

A video of the wildlife to be found at Lake Alice and the Bat House, accompanied by a brief description of the Bat House.

Paynes Prairie 2008.01.15

An audio slideshow depicting the natural beauty of Paynes Prairie and a review of trails and special events.
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