I'll start with a photo from the Springs because that's where I ended up!
Pied billed Grebe (the best Grebe pic I've ever taken)
You all know I love to hike in the forest.
And they did a great job of opening up the trail after the terrible devastation of the hurricanes last Fall.
But I was not enjoying myself so I turned around. It was hard to do but I looked around at all the damage and knew I needed to walk away.
Little Blue Heron (juvenile)
And some of my bird photos turned out so good from my walk on the boardwalk.
Little Blue Heron
I even saw some 'interesting' alligators!
Two of them, having a little chat.
I think they were getting to know each other in hopes of being friendly.
And one swimming along the river. And don't worry, I zoomed in on them. I was not close!
I also saw a beautiful Anhinga.
One more.
And a Great Blue Heron flew by.
I don't usually get good 'in flight' photos but I was pleased with these.
He was more charcoal gray than white! The sun made him look white.
I even got some decent photos of this Grass Carp.
Thanks to my son, D for help with the ID!
It was a beautiful day at a beautiful place.
But there's nothing wrong with changing your mind when you are not feeling comfortable in your surroundings. For one thing, there was some wind and I didn't want limbs to fall on my head.
I'd rather take my chances with the gators across the way!
