Top Five Things to Look for on a Nature Hike in Florida
Hiking in Florida is unlike anywhere else in North America. That’s because Florida’s tropical climate creates an environment that’s ideal for the state’s unique flora and fauna. From reptiles to birds and plants, visitors are often amazed by the biodiversity they witness on nature hikes in Florida. Here are the top five things to look […]
An Overview of the History of Babcock Ranch
When you move to Babcock Ranch, imagine what life was like as a ranch hand there. That’s because Babcock Ranch was once Crescent B Ranch. There was cattle ranching, tree farming, rock mining, vegetable growing, alligator farming and even experimental ostrich breeding. Imagine cowmen rounding up free-range cattle over a territory that covered 91,000 acres. […]
Biking for Beginners
Babcock Ranch will have 50 miles of paths for residents to use and biking will be one of the preferred modes of transportation. But if you haven’t ridden a bike for a few years or if you’re a beginner, you might be overwhelmed by the new choices in bikes and gear. Fortunately, there are lots […]
Founder’s Festival Weekend: Thank You!
A crowd of 15,000 to 20,000 attended the first public event held at Babcock Ranch on March 11 and March 12. To all our followers and those that attended the event: we thank you! Crowds far-exceeded what our event organizers predicted and we will do our best to learn from that experience to address future […]
Rich Visitor Experience at Babcock Ranch
Even though it is literally just beginning to come out of the ground, a visit to Babcock Ranch, is seemingly equal parts a trip into a bygone era and a trip into the future. As visitors turn east off 31 and approach the new town’s signature entry bridge, they are treated to views of a […]
Welcome to the Neighborhood! Meet our First Babcock Ranch Residents
We are so excited to welcome our very first homeowners at Babcock Ranch! Richard and Robin Kinley of Acworth, Georgia signed Babcock Ranch’s first sales contract on January 19. The Draw of a Town that Runs on Solar The Kinley’s interest in Babcock Ranch dates all the way back to 2006. “I am an avid […]
Happy Halloween from Babcock Ranch!
Who doesn’t love the fall? From the cooler weather (as cool as Florida gets) to the impending holiday season, fall is a special time of year that should be celebrated! With Halloween just around the corner, we created a Babcock Ranch pumpkin carving template for a fun activity with your family and friends! Download our […]
Keeping it Simple: Announcing the New & Improved Babcock Ranch Website!
At Babcock, we’re all about fast Internet and slow food. We want our town to be one that is reminiscent of the good old days. 4th of July parades, neighbors and cookouts, and overall, just a simple lifestyle – these are the things we want the future residents of Babcock Ranch to enjoy. We’re making […]
