Tom & Betsy Schifanella

Author: Tom & Betsy Schifanella

Tom & Betsy Schifanella love to travel and share those experiences with others. Betsy keeps a daily blog and Tom captures their adventures with his stunning images. You can find more of Tom’s travel photography on Instagram (link below) or on his website at http://www.tomschifanella.com

Wild Florida: Ocheesee Pond

Tom & Betsy Schifanella August 9, 2022

Nestled in the farmland near Grand Ridge (Marianna), Ocheesee Pond rests in quiet isolation. At 2,225 acres, the pond is more of a tannic-colored lake

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