Hillsborough Co., FL-- It's time to get outside and get paddling, whether you're an adventure-seeker or a low-key nature-lover looking for a peaceful float through Hillsborough County’s waterways. Four-hour canoe/kayak rentals are offered at $25 at several Hillsborough County Regional Parks. A park entry fee will also apply at $2 per vehicle carrying up to eight people, and $1 each additional person. Only cash, check and traveler’s check payments are accepted at this time.

The following Hillsborough County parks offer canoe and kayak rentals:

Hillsborough County, FL -- The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Statewide Nuisance Alligator Program is now accepting applications for contracted nuisance-alligator trappers in Hillsborough County.

Applicants must have a clean criminal record, no fish or wildlife law violations and a valid, working email address. Also, applicants must reside in the county in which they intend to work.

Applications must be received by Thursday, Jan. 5, 2012.