About a week ago, we went to
Wakulla Springs State Park with my parents and another couple for the day. We have been here once before, when we visited Florida a few years ago on vacation. Wakulla Springs is home to one of the largest and deepest freshwater springs in the world. Both times we have visited the park in the winter and we hope to visit again when it's summer to see the changes along the river and forest.
On the guided boat tour, we were not disappointed. We viewed a wide range of ducks, birds, turtles, fish, alligators and manatees. It is amazing to see such a sanctuary for wildlife up-close. Manatees are only around in the winter here, to take advantage of the warm spring water during the winter. Alligators are not as common around the beach, but here (inland Florida), it is hard not to spot one along the river.
Here is a collection of the sights of the day:
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| Alligator having a staring contest with flock of vultures |
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| Manatees, the log-like shapes under the water, chilling by the spring. |
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| The biggest gator of the day! |
After our boat tour and lunch, Zachary and I went on a short hike in the woods in the park.
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| Cypress knees |
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| Duh! Don't have to tell me twice. |
