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Rules of the Road

1/12/2012

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Rules of the Road

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There is only one main road going into Kissimmee Prairie Preserve — well okay, two, if you go by names. Peavine brings you in heading north and then you must turn to the west on Military to get to the campgrounds and office. This post is not to explain how to get to those places, however, but to encourage visitors to pay attention while driving it, to limit themselves to the speed limit (or slower), and realize that they are sharing it with the Preserve's permanent residents, many of whom have their own uses for it.

There is always a reward for those who go slowly and look carefully, not just alongside the road and out into the prairie, but on the road itself — at any time of the day or night.

Here are just a few basic rules to observe when on the Preserve road:

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WATCH FOR ONCOMING TRAFFIC.
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DON'T TAILGATE
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STOP FOR CROSSING GUARDS
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ALWAYS YIELD TO PEDESTRIANS
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WATCH OUT FOR CHILDREN
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SPEEDING FINES DOUBLED WHEN ROAD CREW PRESENT
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BE PREPARED TO STOP
8 Comments
Swamplily
1/12/2012 08:31:28 am

Congratulations, Christina … a very clever, heartfelt, humorous and compelling photo essay. Someday, when there's money to burn, this would be the perfect handout to Prairie visitors.

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Suzanne P Dingwell link
1/12/2012 09:23:08 am

Christina, this is so exciting! How lucky the preserve is to have you on its side! Love the photos, love the humor; best wishes for raving success in your new endeavor! sue

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Lisa
1/19/2012 11:48:50 pm

This is hilarious! Prairie Rules of the Road - I love it!

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Bonniedabird
1/27/2012 12:28:40 am

An absolutely brilliant way to emphasize a very serious issue for those of us who love The Prairie and its creatures. You are the best, Christina! Thanks for your persistance in moving the CSO dream to reality. We can hardly wait to get back to The Prairie, so we can enjoy the critters, plants, and gorgeous scenery, and be with our friends who are dedicated to keeping this preserve one of Florida's greatest treaures!

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Paul
2/20/2012 03:34:30 am

I think my favorite is the Caracara as the 'Road Crew'.

Great work Christina.

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RTA blue card training link
7/15/2012 09:07:34 pm

Thanks for sharing really useful road rules... I enjoyed every little bit part of it and I will be waiting for the new updates.

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blue sky wild bird rehab
5/19/2013 01:25:46 pm

as a wildlife rehabilitator, I just loved the way you made "watching out for wildlife" a fun thing. It would be great if it could be posted at the entrance of the park, or on a brochere. Im glad it is on this website

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Terry link
10/15/2021 04:34:58 pm

I will adhere to these wise and witty Rules of the Road.

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