At 7:45 AM, we met our guide and eleven other people to start a 3 1/2 hour guided canoe trip through the mangrove forest. We saw a few gators from a distance, as well as many birds. It one point we heard several male gators "bellowing" to warn others (perhaps us) not to encroach upon their territory.
Several times, we went through mangrove tunnels where we had to duck our heads and gingerly guide to canoe to make it through. Sorry, no time to take pictures there. Everyone made the trip without falling into the water, but several of us will be sore in the morning.
On the way back to camp, we stopped by the marina for ice and saw several manatees. If I didn't know better, I'd think each one was a big rock sticking out of the water.
Back at camp, we had a quick lunch then it was nap time. By the time I woke up, Jim was lighting the charcoal to cook our chicken dinner. We ate a good meal, preceded and followed by the usual cocktails. Then it was back to the campers at about 8:15.
Good night!
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