Florida Roadside Attractions & Abandoned Places: Forgotten Crystal Springs & Hidden Blackwater Creek

[@TampaJay]

Thank you for watching!

[@robkeeley3823]

These types videos are the best ones you do Jay. Much ahead

[@annanicole8580]

I agree ❤

[@LOLO-et2fp]

Agree, these are my favorites

[@scottyvalentino2587]

Jay, I'm so sorry to hear of your Grandfather's passing....I just need to tell you this....a few years ago, in rapid succession, I lost my Father, Mother and Sister.....it was overwhelming grief....but knowing one thing got me thru......I believe like you do- that there is much ahead- and that we will all meet our loved ones again.....in a better place.....in a Land, where there will be no more sad Goodbyes......Love and Respect to you Jay and my deepest Sympathy.

[@mikelanzalotti7120]

Tampa Jay, Tampa Jay, Tampa Jay, saying how sorry I am for your loss just doesn’t seem like enough. I just want to say it was a real honor to watch the video about your grandfather. Much love to you and your family, I always have time to listen if you ever need it, I lost my Mom at 14 and I’m very sensitive to these things, God bless. Be well, you did your grandfather proud, truly beautiful

[@jonnyg123ful]

thanks! for sharing Jay be safe out there

[@TampaJay]

appreciate it

[@exinilda]

Wow! That was beautiful and amazing! Thank you so much for sharing. ❤️🙏

[@TampaJay]

thank you for watching

[@SamKie501]

Your grandfather lives on through you, Jay. Every video you post, we, the viewers, are fortunate to get to see your down-to-earth qualities come through and also those of your grandfather. Here’s a quote from Jimmy Fallon about his grandparents : “My grandma and grandpa Gloria and Tom Feeley made me who I am today. I miss them all the time. But I see them every day because I act/talk/think like them all of the time. We hung out more than best friends do.” Thank you for being you!

[@bob4364]

Hey Tampa Jay great roadside attraction video from Hillsbrough County and the town of Crystal Springs, FL..Enjoy your weekend..

[@rugg3d997]

I truly love this series because you get to learn about the historic places and your videos are always very informative and enjoyable to watch. I hope all is well with your family Jay, all the love to you and yours.

[@BrazenBull07]

I see you turned your comments off but I just want you to know I’m really sorry for your lose. I miss my dad everyday but time does heal & I promise it will get easier. Seeing that buck was a gift & I believe like you that they are always with us. You & Chris are good people, genuine; & you have a big heart. Don’t torture yourself too much; they still have your back. ❤️💪🏻 You & Chris lean on each other. Love, light, & good energy I send your way. Take care..

[@RebeccaWinch]

Love this video, this is one of my favorite preserves! Just FYI there are actually no horses allowed there - but they are allowed at Lower Green Swamp close by.

[@TampaJay]

I was a curious why there was no horse prints. Thank you love Green swamp too.

[@peter-n9w5j]

Great episode Jay! I always enjoy your excursions into the REAL Florida.

[@Elephant2024]

Wishing health and happiness to TJ, CTG, their families and everyone here. Happy New Year 2025.🥳Here's to a year ahead of exciting adventures and spooky, fun times.

[@pauline9242]

These types of videos are your favorite to create and these types of videos are my favorite to watch. God bless you and whatever is going on with your family. 🙏I wish you all a happy healthy new year.🎄💕🕊️

[@richardreadinger1724]

Thank you for going through my home town of Leesburg Tampa Jay. It sure has grown since we left back in '99. I'm on vacation next week, and since my mom is finally home from the hospital, we got a LOT of Tampa Jay, ChristheGirl, &, AdamtheWoo videos to get caught up on, about a month and a half! And we both send want to send our prayers to you Tampa Jay and your family, sorry to hear about your grandpa. 😔😔 31:48

[@rw2629]

The best part of Leesburg is eating at Ramshackles.

[@diamondbackking4141]

Long addicted to your Halloween/Haunt vlogs,, I'm really enjoying these abandoned-road side attractions. Very informative . Lived in West Palm Beach in 70's...😊

[@Sam-02024]

Being able to listen/learn about the preserve on your phone was very cool. (Ghostbusters cup - nice gift!)

[@jasonwaycott8829]

Ahh a nice relaxing hike without leaving my bed thanks Jay and keep this series coming I love It.

[@annanicole8580]

Love the roadside oddities and videos.

[@TampaJay]

I have a few more of those planned for future videos.

[@davidlinck7459]

Thanks for taking me on that trip with you.. Great video.. Keep up the good work until See you in the next video.. P.S. Happy New Year Do you and your family.. Again great video.. That tree is humongous.. We have a couple trees like that in Winter Park, Florida..👍🙂🙏

[@rogertemple7193]

I really enjoy seeing places like Crystal Springs and Blackwater Creek have a Happy New Year Jay.🎇🥳🎇

[@crackertracker1176]

The city of Dunedin had a place where we would go get our water in 1 gal glass bottle, circa 1950. I'm not sure if it still exists but someone told me that it did. And by the way I just started watching your recently channel. Found out about you on "The Daily Woo". Dunedin was my home town 72 years ago

[@vickys7370]

If you haven’t been Highland Hammocks State park ,Sebring Fl , lots of trails wildlife, lucky to have it in my area 🤗

[@cindypowel7517]

I've always enjoyed this series! As always thx 4 taking us all along on your adventures

[@juliogonzales5441]

THE BEST OF MR JAY..THANKS 😊

[@lisasescapades]

Great video. 😊

[@TampaJay]

thank you

[@sarahmoller9716]

This is so interesting and the music you added made it so relaxing. Whatever is going on in your personal life, prayers going with you. You still make sure there is a good video to share with all of us that care. HAPPY NEW YEAR to you and your family. Wishing the best!!

[@TampaJay]

thank you so much for the kind words. happy new year to you too

[@lisapratt166]

Wow that's great 😮🎉🎉🎉 such a nice switch

[@kitrina63]

Loved the video Jay....these are my favorite ! I've been thinking about and praying for you and especially your Mom for whatever you and your family is going through. I hope all is or will be well. Sending hugs to you and your Mom.💞🙏🙏💞

[@markdraskovics1962]

HEY,.. JAY, & CRIS Hoping you guy's And family's Had A wonderful Christmas And Will have a great New Year's as well.. Yeah, jay Theses Back roads and Abandoned Places are my Very Favorite Vlogs that you do they're so cool an Relaxing and I Really learn about The state of Florida's very Awesome past.. OK JAY Take care and Stay safe on All of your Journey's 👍✌️🤘🇺🇸 Mark.D Barre, VT 🇺🇸

[@Mark-ur4ds]

This series is amazing always great stories of those hidden places! Happy New Year 🎉➡️

[@vickys7370]

So Beautiful! Creek , deer that Majestic Tree , Thank you so much Happy New Year to you and Cris and Both your Families 🙏💕🙏🦩🦩🦩🦩🦩

[@Rossturnerphoto]

Thanks for the video and showing areas of Florida I’ve been wanting to visit and places I’ve never seen. I’m sorry to hear about your grandfather. My wife and I send our condolences and prayers to your family and Godspeed in your travels.

[@robertakleinsasser6877]

So sorry to hear about your grandpa! Sending love and prayers to you and your family. ❤🌹

[@mikedoran4763]

Good stuff Jay 👍

[@leearmstrong2743]

Cool stuff, love it!!

[@suzie601]

I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of your Grandpa Ronnie…I feel your pain, but take time to grieve for you! In the past 6 years, I have lost 2 Dads, 2 Moms, a sister, and a brother. 😢 BTW…I truly love your abandoned videos…so interesting 💗

[@MattTheLizard]

Jay...what a wonderful place Black water Creek is. You are the man and my main youtube inspiration. I filmed Lake Powell today.

[@MichelleMartin-ld6zg]

Another great video enjoyed watching thanks for taking us with you again Jay your awesome happy new year 😊😅😂❤❤❤❤

[@margaretbiddle2084]

Thanks Jay, I used to live in Leesburg and apparently I missed a lot. Your videos are always fun and informative and appreciated! Happy New Year to you and Cris

[@MikeRuh01]

Good morning, TJ. My younger sister and Brother in law lived in Leesburg 10 years ago with their children. They lived in an old Victorian style home. It's pretty peaceful there.

[@justhavinfun9492]

Thanks for the explore Tampa Jay. It's always a pleasure to tag along with you. 🙂 May the wind fill your sails in 2025.

[@TampaJay]

Thanks for watching, happy new year!

[@mrburn4294]

Love watching these videos

[@bonnierackliff4686]

Love these videos in this series. 😊

[@andrewrobinson9784]

This is an amazing video, Tampa Jay! All of your videos are amazing, the talent you have and the hard work and dedication you pour into this channel. This video was among one of my favorites...which says a lot, since all of your videos are amazing and special to me. It was so cool to see the river and the forest trails, the deer and the Texas long horn and the giant ancient oak tree and palm trees too! Most of all, it felt for me when I watched it like I was in a peaceful spot that transcends anything I've seen or felt in a while. Otherworldly, in a beautiful way. I am very sorry to hear about your grandfather passing away--I have some idea what that's like, but nothing can truly be said to make the pain go away entirely. I just hope you know that we (your channel subscribers) are here for you in any way you need. So don't hesitate to ask if you need anything. You're always here for us--just know that we're here for you too if you need us in any way. --Andrew R.

[@TampaJay]

thanks man I really appreciate you and your kind words. Happy new year.!

[@andrewrobinson9784]

@@TampaJay Thanks! Happy New Year to you as well! :)

[@garfixit]

Jay you did it again❤❤❤❤👍👍👍👍👍

[@annheckenbach9396]

We swam in Crystal Springs, when our children were young, it was privately owned at that time. We went one last time before it was closed. You could swim right where the spring came out of the ground, there was a little boardwalk that separated the spring, and a trail that went along the river. Later I went with my kids, now young adults, one last time before it closed to the public. I grew up in the Orlando area, and there we went to Rock Springs- Kelley Park, I believe the official name was as a child. It may be closed now, too, I suppose. I understand the reasons why these were closed to the public, but some of the best times in my life were spent in such places, great memories.

[@MiamisburgJay]

Thanks, Jay for another fun vid and exploration. You are appreciated :) Happy New Year to you both...

[@hikewithmike4673]

cool to see a new Tampa Jay video!

[@sharonsiegrist7183]

Thanks this was so nice. That tree is amazing and all those palm trees around it! Beautiful!

[@TampaJay]

beautiful, right?

[@shly_brk]

Thank you for all of the awesome videos, Tampa Jay!

[@StitchRocksyoutube]

Hey Tampa Jay! I’m sorry for the loss of your grandfather. Praying for you.

[@JohnMartinez-b3y]

Hey Tampa Jay. I know how you are feeling about losing a grandparent. I lost my grandma this past summer. I will pray for you and Cris the girl and ur family.

[@jillcreager1843]

Really enjoyed this episode. The live oak tree is awesome. Can't believe how old it is. Thanks Tampa Jay.

[@TampaJay]

thanks for watching

[@Steve_6251]

Watched this with our new puppy and he loved it too. Such a cool moment, seeing that deer👍🏼

[@TampaJay]

That’s awesome! I love seeing dogs enjoy the outdoors

[@mikelanzalotti7120]

Hey Tampa Jay! I hope you and Cris have a very Happy New Year! We are going to Atlantic City for a comedy show. I sadly hit a deer in March, I now have whistling things on my car. Had a great time at six flags Great Adventure on Friday, thanks again for your Georgia video! You and Cris would love Cape May NJ, tons of houses like the Victorian one in today’s video.

[@jorgegonzalez-larramendi5491]

It's a beauty 'ey. ❤ red hawk visited us today in Alachua..

[@sandman4384]

super day out love this

[@CosmicKingGeorge]

Hi Tampa Jay, I enjoyed the video. Happy New Year to you and your family 🙂.

[@TampaJay]

thank you happy new year!

[@trish2179]

Agreed, live in the NJ Pines and arson has started many forest fires, threatening many houses. It's a SCARY horrible thing

[@charlesroberts6965]

This series never gets old...my absolute favorite and your contents always interesting and enjoyable. Appreciate all you do week end and out to share all you do. May the New Year be Bright for you and Chris and be your best ever.😎🇺🇲👍😇🥂🍾🎉🎇

[@TampaJay]

thank you so much for watching. Happy New Year!

[@BrendaBryant-x4d]

Thank you!❤

[@cozmcbkr]

Thank You for another great adventure. Happy New Year to you, your lady and puppy dog. ❤️

[@TampaJay]

thank you happy new year

[@mattsquire2284]

Your 75°F winter is a good summer here in the UK. I wish i could wear shorts in winter 😅.

[@suzannesmith685]

Glen Miller Park in Richmond, Indiana has a few springs where the public can fill bottles. If I remember correctly you're from New Castle...Richmond is very near. Next time you're up that way check out Clara's Pizza King on NW 5th inside you'll find a vintage double decker bus, stained glass windows & antiques hanging from every inch of the ceiling. The Depo District, Wayne County Museum has an Egyptian mummy. I think you & Cris would enjoy visiting and of course, having the best pizza ever!

[@TampaJay]

I used to go to Clara’s when I was a kid and sit the car. My Great grandfather graduated at Richmond High and worked for Wayne Diary Co, I need to get out there again someday. thanks so much.

[@elaineparker1458]

Hi Jay! You’re in my neighborhood, love the abandoned vids.

[@TampaJay]

thank you

[@lisabaugh7411]

Be sure and watch for hogs in some dense areas!

[@johnreep5798]

I can just smell the mold smell gushing out of the old buildings you visit.

[@jetsam12]

I used to work as a troubleshooter for Tampa Electric and used to get to go to some pretty scary places at night to restore power at farms and off the road places, you could sometimes hear gators near the swampy areas

[@TampaJay]

that's so cool!

[@maxpower6658]

Jay first off let me say condolences for the passing of your Grandfather, second no need to be sorry for the video you made about him. We who watch you do not watch just to be entertained we watch because we like you for who you are and your Grandfather is a huge part of that. I unfortunately must say I truly understand your emotions because just early this Monday morning my sister Paula lost her few years long battle with cancer and other ailments. So yes you have every right to make the video you have for your emotional outlet. Take care.

[@WendyMurray-l1d]

Good morning Tampa Jay

[@erics5810]

Smoking and watching lol . This area is close to me

[@DavidThomas-1969]

There was burnt vinyl records next to that vhs tape. Guess I'm a little older to have noticed them. HAGD TJ.

[@greendroprus]

THIS FOR THE NEWEST VIDEO YOU TURNED COMMENTS OFF. My deepest condolences. Although you don’t know me I understand that type of devastating news. Love ya man.

[@soxrok09]

I live near leesburg I’ll have to go check that out.

[@buzzwells]

The springs used to be public back in the day. Used to swim there all the time. I believe now is privately owned with millions of gallons of water sold to Zephyrhills and bottled. Loose claim imo to "preseve" Keep up the great work

[@erics5810]

11:32 has been there forever . It used to be run down and old till recently

[@TheMikemontreal]

Hope all his brouhaha with AS and Rays wont affect plans for expansions.

[@tmalfieri1]

🐊 🐍 🐊🐍

[@dorindakay5069]

Is this from the song from the way back Oh blackwater LOL I'm old

[@dekelly7726]

Just as an idea your should go to your childhood party City Indy before it is No longer their . Since all Party Cities are closing nationwide or ones in Florida. I just like the one Indy because it is both of our Childhood Party City and area .

[@ChrisGentry-e9z]

Was that Jerry's supermarket that burnt down in New Castle?

[@TampaJay]

No, I remember Jerry’s tho. it was across from the old Chrysler Plant, east side of 18th, just west of Sneddigers.

[@ChrisGentry-e9z]

@TampaJay oh yes that place. They torn that down not long ago.

[@ChrisGentry-e9z]

@TampaJay also speaking of snediger he died a few years ago after getting t boned by an on coming ambulance on 38 west of New castle. Sad

[@dekelly7726]

The one E Washington Street Indianapolis Indiana.

[@Spearhand00]

Sandwich MA has a free public well.

[@TampaJay]

that’s so cool

[@jayweiss4378]

Look out for Vorhees 😎

[@BearCooper-z1z]

It looks like the house from the Texas Chainsaw Massacre

[@TheAsif5182]

i dont know why people dont give thumbs up to video . its your due to be paid by us . by the way creek and tree of oak was awesome . florida is beautiful place to live . ❤ but america has much more beauty more than florida i believe . wisconson and texas , oregon and arkansas are beautiful states .u must visit those too .

[@WilliamAllen-t9t]

That house would cost 312,000 to build now. Thats what 9000 os today. About

[@lanawellman6660]

I am so sorry for your loss I wish you would see how Cris is in no way your rock but the problem she does not respect your family she instead of being kind in her video was angry with your Mom for not coming for christmas because she decorated for her and laughed it off and in another video pretty much called your Mom out saying she didn't care what inlaws thought of her house and she is going to keep doing what she wants and tough to in-laws 😵‍💫 meanwhile you were all loosing a wonderful man . Cris is awful and she is abusive and strait up using magic she is not sweet not nice she is using you for her career and your money ! Stop and watch her videos not through rose coloured glasses but through real eyes well you have the video saying you lost your Grandpa she is talking about losing Big lots ,well you were in a hurricane she was having the time of her life and never even watched your video and when she did she only spoke of how awful it was hearing frogs 😟 She is manipulative and uses dark magic and that is why you are blind to it . She will steal your entire life leaving you poor sick and childless nothing your Grandfather wanted for you or your Dad neither of them would have been fans of Cris as your Mom is not for a reason listen to your family listen to sanity stop letting Cris blind you use you and claim she is a rock of anykind she is a cheater who hits you and screams at you and losses it on you ,it has been seen parking lots many many times ,please please search you head

[@pedalnpetesauctions6894]

HEY JAY, YOU WILL FIND SIMILAR PUBLIC WELLS OUT WEST IN REMOTE AREAS OF OKLAHOMA, KANSAS, TEXAS, NEW MEXICO, ETC. THERE ARE ALSO PUBLIC WELLS IN RURAL AREAS OF WEST VIRGINIA.