We finally got around to checking out the new Palmetto Island State Park a few weeks ago (It just opened up not far from us last fall.) when our local homeschool group arranged for a guided tour.
We have been a second time now and are truly awed by the Louisiana flavored beauty these acres have to offer. The hiking trails are wonderful and there is tons of wildlife to be seen (and heard).
The fellows you see above were relaxing on the banks of two of the ponds and showed no interested in our noisy group, even though there was nothing (seriously, nothing) but about 20 - 25 yards between us and them. I'll admit this was a just bit unnerving at first sight, but the kids were absolutely thrilled! I would also really like to try to make one of their guided night hikes (I wonder if the alligators are asleep then?) to see the owls. The next trip we plan to bring the canoe try out the canoe trails (and sample the fishing too)!
Have a terrific spring week!
