Fakahatchee Party in the swamp!

Friends of Fakahatchee have decided to have an

event in Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park

every year to help folks to understand the

environment in this beautiful place.

This year was the first year.

Unfortunately, the weather was very

cool, with occasional rain. However,

the turn-out was wonderful! Just goes

to show how many folks love Fakahatchee

and want to know more about it!

There were canoes, swamp walks,

swamp buggy rides, tram tours followed

by a dinner. It was a cool day with warm

hospitality. Lots of fun...can't wait until

next years event!

Friends of Fakahatchee booth

The tram ride into Fakahatchee

began as a pleasant trip...then it

began to rain, rain and rain. We

all covered up as best we could

and huddled together until it stopped.

As the rain came down we were

passed by the swamp buggy filled

with brave folks wanting to see the

wild country of Fakahatchee

Campfire

The fog started to roll in. Before

I could get a good set of photos

this lake was gone in the mist

of fog...

Cindy Hackney carries her guitar wherever

she goes. As we all sat around the fire

enjoying each others company, she gave

us a spontaneous concert of some of her

favorite songs...it was great!

As we left Fakahatchee the sun was setting

as the fog began to lift. A beautiful end to

a day filled with great folks enjoying the

outdoors. I can't wait until next years event!