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The Promise Land : (2023)<\/h3>\n

With Dusty Crum<\/strong><\/h6>\n

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Where the Journey Began<\/h3>\n

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Hiking and Exploring Florida allowed new opportunities to manifest in my life. It opened the blessed doors of\u00a0 cherished friendships and unforgettable memories.\u00a0 It allowed me to be free, to chase my dreams and to begin an incredible hiking journey across multiple states. It was in Florida where I made some phenomenal adventure friends, such as Fahad Asmat, Kristen Mora and David Shaw.<\/p>\n

Sadly, I no longer have any interests in hiking the swamps, and wet lands.<\/p>\n

– George Mercado<\/p>\n

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EXPLORATION FLORIDA<\/h2>\n

THE SUNSHINE STATE<\/strong><\/h3>\n

More Photos to be uploaded<\/strong><\/p>\n

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“In nature I came face to face with God, and showed me wonders beyond my dreams”<\/h3>\n

– George Mercado<\/p>\n

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Fish Eating Creek (2021)<\/strong><\/p>\n

FLORIDA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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A Day with Dusty Crum (2022)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Florida<\/strong><\/p>\n

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