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Under a canopy of twinkling lights, a mythic maiden of the sea stands tall, her gaze cast into the distance. With hair as golden as the sunlit ocean sands and a tail adorned with the vibrant patterns of the deep, she is a mosaic of marine mystery. This enchanting mermaid statue, a sentinel of the shore, seems to hold stories of ancient oceanic realms in her silent vigil. #MermaidMystery #MarineMosaic #GuardianOfTheDeep #ShorelineSentinel 🧜‍♀️✨🌊🐠

Did you know you can win free prizes while searching for mermaid statues along the @mermaidtaletrail?

Sign up for the Mermaid Tale Trail Passport, and you can earn prizes like a one-of-a-kin coloring book, plus stickers, magnets and more!

#FLAdventureCoast #MermaidTaleTrail #Weekiwachee #Brooksville #Florida #FloridaTravel #nationalcoloringbookday

Explore the “Mermaid Trail” with statues all over Weeki Wachee and Brooksville. Create the app to find all the mermaids.
https://floridasadventurecoast.com/

🌊 Say hello to Merrow, the newest mermaid to join The Mermaid Tale Trail on Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville – Weeki Wachee! 🧜‍♀️

You can find Merrow at the Weeki Wachee Area Club, proudly sponsored by the Hawkins Family and the Weeki Wachee Area Club. This stunning piece was brought to life by talented local artist Sandy Philips, who gave Merrow her coastal sparkle and unique personality.

Don’t forget to check in with the Mermaid Tale Trail Passport Program! 🗺️ Each visit helps you earn points toward fun, free prizes.

Start your adventure at FloridaMermaidTrail.com

📸 Happy National Selfie Day from Florida’s Adventure Coast! Whether you’re channeling your inner mermaid or soaking in scenic views, today’s the perfect day to snap a pic and share your adventure.

Need inspiration? Try these top selfie spots:
✨ Strike a pose with a mermaid statue on the @mermaidtaletrail
🧜‍♀️ Snap a magical moment with a real @weekiwacheesprings mermaid
🏛️ Capture history at @chinsegut Hill Historic Site
🌅 Show off those Gulf views at Bayport Fishing Pier
📍 Snap a classic courthouse selfie in historic downtown Brooksville

Tag us in your favorites — and let us know what other spots you recommend! 💙

🧜🍊 The Mermaid Tale Trail just got a little more magical with the unveiling of Pamona, now greeting visitors in beautiful Hernando Park in downtown Brooksville!

Sponsored by Lowman Law Firm and brought to life by the talented artist Hilary Frambes, Pamona is a vibrant tribute to the natural beauty and creative spirit of Florida’s Adventure Coast.

Snap a selfie, check in on your passport, and come explore the charm of downtown Brooksville—Pamona is waiting to welcome you! 🧜‍♀️💙

Sponsored by @lowmanlawfirm
🎨 Artist: @hilary_frambes
📍 Located at Hernando Park: 205 E Fort Dade Avenue, Brooksville, FL

Sponsored by The Kayak Shack and now making waves along the Weeki Wachee River, Scarlett (also known as “Celestial”) is a dazzling vision brought to life by local artist Linda Reitz. 🌙🧜‍♀️

You’ll find her shining brightly at The Kayak Shack located at 5414 Darlene Street. Visitors can also see this beautiful mermaid while paddling at Rogers Park, or enjoying a meal at the Upper Deck Restaurant.

🐚📸 Take a #shellfie and don’t forget to tag your photos with #MermaidTaleTrail! 🧜‍♀️

🌊 Ahoy, mermaid admirers! 🧜‍♀️ Set sail for Hernando Beach and discover Pearly the Pirate, the newest treasure on @mermaidtaletrail proudly perched at the Coast Guard Auxiliary. 🚢

Beautifully brought to life by artist Roxanne Campbell and championed by The Oakland Team of RE/MAX Alliance Group, Pearly invites you to share in her swashbuckling spirit.

🐚 Snap your “shellfie” with Pearly, tag us to be featured, and chart your own mermaid adventure today!

🌊 Say hello to Akiane in her new forever home! 🌿🧜‍♀️

Akiane the Mermaid, part of The Mermaid Tale Trail, has officially arrived at her permanent location at Capricci Gifts and Healing Waters!

Sponsored by Papa Joe's Italian Restaurant @papajoes1981, this stunning statue was brought to life by Florida artist Pat Herrmann, whose vibrant style and imagination shine through every detail.

Stop by to admire Akiane up close, snap a shellfie, and explore the charm of Capricci Gardens while you're there. Don’t forget to check in with your Mermaid Tale Trail Passport!

Learn more at www.DestinationMermaids.com

#MermaidTaleTrail #FloridasAdventureCoast #DiscoverBrooksville #AkianeTheMermaid #CapricciGardens #PapaJoesItalianRestaurant #PatHerrmannArt

✨ This past Saturday at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, we made a splash with the unveiling of 10 new mermaid statues for the Mermaid Tale Trail! 🧜‍♀️

🌊 These beautifully designed works of art will join the trail across Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville-Weeki Wachee, celebrating the magic of mermaids and our coastal charm.

📍 Have you spotted them yet? Grab a map, explore the trail, and share your favorite statue with us! 📸✨

#TheMermaidTaleTrail #FLAdventureCoast #WeekiWachee #Florida #mermaids #LoveFL #MermaidTrail #FloridaTravel

Over the weekend, fladventurecoast unveiled ten new mermaid statues for the mermaidtaletrail! This project features life-sized mermaid statues that are placed at various points of interest, making public art accessible throughout the county 🧜

The Hernando County Fine Arts Council is proud to partner on this project, promoting the call for artists and finding the area’s best artists to participate. Each statue was painted by a local artist - with many by artists based right here in Hernando County! 🎨

Here is the list of Round 2 mermaids, artists, and sponsors :
1. “Akiane” by Pat Herrmann at Papa Joe’s Italian Restaurant
2. “Pomona” by Hilary Frambes at Lowman Law Firm
3. “Evalie” by Dana Donkle sponsored for Hernando County TDC
4. “Althea” by Mckenzie Montecalvo at StoreRight Self Storage
5. “La Bella Luna” by Lynne Simone at Family Chiropractic Center for Wellness
6. “Pearly: Mermaid Pirate” by Arts Council Member, Roxanne Campbell at U.S.C.G. Auxiliary
7. “Grace” by Joan Casadiego for Holiday Inn Express
8. “Celestial” by Linda Reitz for “The kayak shack”
9. “Miki” by Jeffrey Selker by Barry’s Mobile Auto Repair
10. “Merrow” by Sandy Philips sponsored by Commissioner Brian Hawkins at Weeki Wachee Area Club & Area Watch in Spring Hill

You can get a map online or by visiting the Arts Council’s booth at the Hernando Beach Front Porch Art Walk on the first Saturday of each month! #hernandoarts #mermaidtaletrail #publicart

Honored to be chosen to paint a mermaid for the mermaidtaletrail! Thank you to my sponsor, lowmanlawfirm ☺️
Pomona is a mermaid goddess of fruit trees and orchards. She sits atop ripe oranges and blossoms, referencing the roots of Hernando County and Florida’s flagship industry. Pomona ensures the flourishing of nature and prosperity for all the people of Hernando County, as well as tourists who gaze upon her! 🍊
📸 hernandoarts #mermaid #mermaidtaletrail #hernandocounty #hernandoarts

Happy National Mermaid Day from Florida's Adventure Coast!

#nationalmermaidday #mermaids #mermaidday #florida #weekiwachee #FLAdventureCoast

Hurricane Helene's powerful floods moved Mermaid Rebel from her home at the Hernando Beach Motel, but thanks to Steve Daniels and his son from @drone_mafia_production_llc she’s been found and brought safely back! 💙

Rebel now shines brightly at The Silver Dolphin Restaurant, where locals and visitors can stop by to see her. 🐬 Come welcome Rebel back and enjoy a bite to eat at this beloved Hernando Beach spot!

🎨 Artist: @travelingartparties.tap
📍Location: Silver Dolphin Restaurant & Country Store

#MermaidTaleTrail #fladventurecoast #mermaid #mermaodstatue #WeekiWachee #hernandocounty #hernandobeach #florida #FloridaStrong

🧜‍♀️ Dive into a magical adventure on the @mermaidtaletrail! 🌊

Explore #FLAdventureCoast and discover these enchanting mermaid statues. Can you find them all? 🗺️

#MermaidTaleTrail #WeekiWachee #MermaidMagic #florida #hernandocounry #floridatravel #mermaids #wanderlust #

Artists! The deadline to submit your designs for the mermaidtaletrail is fast approaching! Submissions must be received by this Friday, July 26, 2024 at 5 PM 🧜‍♀️

Be a part of Hernando County’s largest public art project! Find full details on our website. #hernandoarts #mermaidtaletrail #callforartists #publicart

We were thrilled to unveil the latest mermaid on The Mermaid Tale Trail this past Friday! Pasha the mermaid is proudly on display in front of WCMI Ortho and Terlep Chiropractic on Northcliffe Blvd. Artist, Angela Farinelli of ArtVista, Isaiah of the Hernando County Arts Council, and Jeaunaé from WCMI Ortho were on-hand for the festivities.

You can find all the mermaids throughout Florida’s Adventure Coast by visiting https://floridamermaidtrail.com/tale-trail/

#hernandocounty #FLAdventureCoast #travel #wanderlust #floridatravel #Mermaid #TheMermaidtaletrail #mermaidtaletrail

Happy #InternationalMermaidDay! 🧜‍♀️🌊

Did you know that #TheMermaidTaleTrail has a free Digital Passport? Sign up to start winning fun mermaid-themed prizes as you spot Mermaids Statues along the trail!

👉 Get the Passport: https://destinationmermaids.com/passports/

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#MermaidTaleTrail #weekiwacheesprings #loveflorida #mermaids #mermaidtrail #floridaexplored #floridatravel #publicart #naturecoast #hernandocounty

Happy #InternationalMermaidDay! 🧜‍♀️🌊

Did you know that The Mermaid Tale Trail has a free Digital Passport? Sign up to start winning fun mermaid-themed prizes as you spot Mermaids Statues along the trail!

👉 Get the Passport: https://destinationmermaids.com/passports/

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#FLAdventureCoast #themermaidtaletrail #weekiwachee #DestinationMermaids #mermaids #mermaidsarereal #florida #floridafun #loveFL #vacation #floridatravel #floridakids

Florida’s Adventure Coast offers a unique blend of natural wonders and a thriving arts scene. 🍃🎨🧜‍♀️⁠
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Dive into a vibrant tapestry of colorful events, captivating galleries, and hidden artistic gems, all waiting to inspire your creative soul at the link in our bio. 🌟⁠
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1️⃣ The Mermaid Tale Trail @mermaidtaletrail⁠
2️⃣ Art in the Park Festival, hosted by @hernandoarts⁠
3️⃣ The Live Oak Theatre Company @liveoaktheatre⁠
4️⃣ Rusted Jade Art Collective @rustedjadeartcollective⁠
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Mermaid Meraki from The Mermaid Tale Trail is ready to greet visitors to Florida! The name Meraki means to do something with soul, creativity, or love, and that is exactly what artist @akatarina Illustration has done with her colorful and whimsical design. Drivers heading southbound on I-75 into the state can now find Meraki at the @visitflorida Welcome Center located in Jennings, FL., where visitors can admire her beauty and learn more about Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville-Weeki Wachee.

For more information about The Mermaid Tale Trail, visit floridamermaidtrail.com/tale-trail

#hernandocounty #florida #FLAdventureCoast #loveFL #travel #wanderlust #floridatravel #travellife #tourism #mermaid

So excited to share that we have placed one of our fabulous Mermaid Statues, Meraki, at the Visit Florida Welcome Center on I-75! 🧜‍♀️🎉

Thank you to @akatarina for her fabulous design and to John Athanason and Toby Brewer for getting her delivered and installed! As you can see, she is a hit with visitors!

#MermaidTaleTrail #mermaid #florida #loveFL #visitflorida #WeekiWachee #FLAdventureCoast #HernandoCounty

It’s #NationalPizzaDay! 🍕 🌴 Celebrate with a slice (or two) at one of these amazing pizza places on Florida’s Adventure Coast, Brooksville-Weeki Wachee:🍕 Papa Joe’s Italian Restaurant 🍕Mamma Franca’s Pizzeria Weeki Wachee 🍕 Chef’s of Napoli (14277 Powell Rd, Spring Hill, FL) 🍕 The Bistro: Buon appetito! 🍕 #FLAdventureCoast #hernandocounty #pizza #hernandocounty #travel #wanderlust #pizzalovers #pizzalover #pizzagram

Thank you @onthescene_hernandocounty for visiting our Mermaid Trails on Florida's Adventure Coast! 🧜‍♀️🌊⁠
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You can learn more about both the Florida Mermaid Trail Walking Tour and the @mermaidtaletrail by visiting the link in our bio. ✨️⁠
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#FLAdventureCoast #floridalife #hernandocounty #brooksville #weekiwachee #mermaidtaletrail #weekiwacheesprings #loveFL #floridaexplored #sunshinestate #floridatravel

Consisting of 27 mermaid statues, The Mermaid Tale Trail is located throughout all of Hernando County. 🧜‍♀️🧜‍♀️🧜‍♀️⁠
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Mermaid statues grace streets in Brooksville, Hernando Beach, and Spring Hill from Shoal Line Boulevard to Spring Hill Drive. How many mermaids have you found?⁠
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📸: @mermaidtaletrail⁠
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#FLAdventureCoast #hernandocounty #mermaidtaletrail #weekiwachee #weekiwacheesprings #lovefl #florida #floridatravel #mermaid

🧜‍♀️ Mermaid 'Kaimana' of @mermaidtaletrail has been recovered! Once proudly overlooking the beauty of Pine Island Park, 'Kaimana' washed out to sea from the effects of Hurricane Idalia. She was rescued by a local Pine Island resident, Steve Emerson. Mr. Emerson was recovering debris from the storm around the mangroves when he happened upon her. We would like to thank Mr. Emerson for calling us so she can eventually be returned to her home on Pine Island.

Sponsor: @terlepgivesback
Artist: @kenziesartcreations

#FLAdventureCoast #HernandoBeach #mermaidtaletrail #mermaid

The #MermaidTaleTrail is making waves on Florida's Adventure Coast 🌊🧜‍♀️

📸: @wellcomeomcenter

🌻Make sure you visit this lovely statue at the WellCome OM Center, where the 'BEE Conscious, Honey Bee Day and Craft Fair' is happening on August 19! 🐝🍯

🧜‍♀️ MERMAID TALE TRAIL MAPS

Have you picked up a map yet? Stop by the Brooksville Welcome Center at 205 E Fort Dade Ave for a physical map, or visit the link in our bio for more information.

#FLAdventureCoast #WeekiWachee #Brooksville #SpringHill #Florida #MermaidTrail #mermaidsarereal #floridalife #mermaid #wellcomeom

The @mermaidtaletrail is making waves on Florida's Adventure Coast 🌊🧜‍♀️

📸: @wellcomeomcenter

🌻Make sure you visit this lovely statue at the WellCome OM Center, where the 'BEE Conscious, Honey Bee Day and Craft Fair' is happening on August 19! 🐝🍯

🧜‍♀️ MERMAID TALE TRAIL MAPS

Have you picked up a map yet? Stop by the Brooksville Welcome Center at 205 E Fort Dade Ave for a physical map, or visit the link in our bio for more information.

#FLAdventureCoast #MermaidTaleTrail #WeekiWachee #Brooksville #SpringHill #Florida #MermaidTrail #mermaidsarereal #floridalife #mermaid #wellcomeom

Enjoy a recap of the Unveiling Ceremony held at the Hernando County Main Library in downtown Brooksville for 'Undine,' a part of the #MermaidTaleTrail 🧜‍♀️

'Undine' is in memory of Harvey Blair "Scooter" Sellers IV. In attendance was the artist, Renata Villemaire.

Learn more about #themermaidtaletrail by following @mermaidtaletrail, or visiting www FloridaMermaidTrail.com

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Look no further for a mermaid adventure 🧜‍♀️

Lynne Simone @lartiste_724, an incredible local artist on Florida's Adventure Coast, has created a beautiful mermaid for the #MermaidTaleTrail and some fantastic murals at @Marker48Brewing! Swing by this #WeekiWachee hot spot; you may even catch her teaching an art class!

#FLAdventureCoast #LocalArtists #LoveFL #Florida #Mermaids #HernandoCounty #ExploreFlorida

Enjoy a recap of the Unveiling Ceremony for 'The Spring' at @weekiwacheesprings, a part of the @mermaidtaletrail! 🧜‍♀️🌊🌊

'This Spring' is sponsored by the Friends of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park. In attendance was the artist Lydia Singer, a #WeekiWachee mermaid herself!

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#FLAdventureCoast #mermaids #mermaidtrail #florida #hiddenflorida #floridatravel #hernandocounty #WeekiWacheeSprings #loveFL

Enjoy a recap of the Unveiling Ceremony for 'The Spring,' a part of the #MermaidTaleTrail! 🧜‍♀️🧜‍♀️🌊

This beautiful statue is sponsored by the Friends of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park. In attendance was the artist, Lydia Singer, #WeekiWachee Mermaid herself!

🧜‍♀️For more information on #TheMermaidTaleTrail click the link in our bio!

Mermaid and Artist, Lydia, talks about the statue she painted for The Mermaid Tale Trail with Jackie from Channel 10 – Tampa. For more information about The Mermaid Tale Trail and Lydia‘s artwork visit, https://floridamermaidtrail.com/mermaids/the-spring/ #weekiwachee #lovefl #mermaid #fladventurecoast #tourism #mermaidtaletrail

🧜‍♀️🐝 What does a 'Queen Bee' Mermaid use to style her hair?

A honeycomb, of course!

🐝🍯🌼 Happy #WorldBeeDay! You can find this bee-autiful mermaid statue at the Brooksville Welcome Center, located at 205 East Fort Dade Avenue.

Check out the link in our bio to find all the statues on #themermaidtaletrail!

🎨 Art by @rachels_50_shades_of_paint
🧜‍♀️ Sponsored by @brooksvillemainstreetfl
with thanks to @hernandoarts

#MermaidTaleTrail #QueenBee #WeekiWachee #weekiwacheesprings #Brooksville #brooskvillefl #hernandocounty #loveFL

🧜‍♀️🌊🐚 Have you seen any of these mer-mazing beauties yet?

It's #InternationalMermaidDay🧜 and we're celebrating with a look back at some of the Unveiling Ceremonies we've had this year for the #MermaidTaleTrail!

As of this moment, 18 beautiful mermaids have settled into their spots along the trail. A few statues are still on display at the Brooksville Welcome Center, located at 205 E. Fort Dade Avenue, for a limited time!

Looking for the rest of the mermaids? Visit the link in our bio for a map, and get started on this new driving tour in Hernando County!

Enjoy a recap of the Unveiling Ceremony held in front of the historic courthouse in downtown Brooksville of 'Patience' for the #MermaidTaleTrail! 🧜‍♀️🐊

'Patience' is sponsored by the Lowman Family Foundation. In attendance was the artist, Kaylee La Placa.

#themermaidtapetrail #brooksvillefl #weekiwacheesprings #florida #thisishernando #loveFL #mermaid #floridaartist #sunshinestate

Enjoy a recap of the Unveiling Ceremony held in front of the historic courthouse in downtown Brooksville of 'Patience' for the #MermaidTaleTrail! 🧜‍♀️🐊

'Patience' is sponsored by the Lowman Family Foundation. In attendance was the artist, Kaylee La Placa.

#themermaidtapetrail #FLAdventureCoast #Brooksville #Floridalife #mermaids #exploreflorida #mermaidart #WeekiWachee #HernandoCounty #wildflorida

🧜‍♀️ Enjoy a recap of the Unveiling Ceremony held at Anderson Snow Park for their new mermaid, ‘Nico & The Velvet Underwater’ for The Mermaid Tale Trail. You cannot miss Diane and Jesse’s rendition of ‘Under The Sea’.

‘Nico & The Velvet Underwater’ is sponsored by @nature.coaster.

In attendance was the artist, @jessmansimon5

Learn more about #TheMermaidTaleTrail at https://floridamermaidtrail.com/tale-trail

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#MermaidTaleTrail #FLAdventureCoast #themermaidtaletrail

#TheMermaidTaleTrail is almost complete, and the mermaids look marvelous! 🧜🏼‍♀️🧜🏾‍♀️🧜🏻‍♀️ ⁠
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For those of you hoping to see all of the mermaid statues in one location before the trail is set up, you're in luck! ✨ ALL of the statues will remain at @weekiwacheesprings until next Monday, January 23rd. 🌊⁠
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While you're visiting the state park, be sure to take the scenic riveboat cruise, watch a mermaid show and keep an eye out for manatees in the spring. ⁠
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📸 Photo Credits:⁠
1: Artist @akatarina standing next to "Sirena de la Fruta," sponsored by the Brooksville City Council⁠
2: @Artbykarengovernale and Mermaid Kristy standing next to “Lorelei” sponsored by The Weaver Group Realty. Inc.⁠
3: @nature.coaster and artist Jesse Kasabian (@jessmansimon5) standing with “Nico and the Velvet Underwater”⁠
4: A row of mermaid statues, which guests can find along the main walkway inside Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.⁠
5: Mermaid Statue titled "The Spring" which will be permanently displayed at the park. ⁠
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