All the guys had a great day fishing. The Frankford guys didn't have much luck but they loved flying down the canal and lake in the Whaler (Staz's boat) at over 35 mph. The Fair Oaks guys had more luck. They caught several species of fish including ladyfish and spotted sea trout.
They guys also hiked a trail at a place called Royal Palm. While they were there they saw a GIANT water moccasin, hundreds of alligators (including some tiny baby 'gators) and many species of birds including the cormorant and ibis.
The evening turned out to be the most eventful part of the day. We saw a thunderstorm to the southwest so we made sure our tents were staked well and hoped it would pass around us. It didn't. The thunder shook the campsite and ripped most of the stakes from the tents, leaving the one tent useless as several of the fiberglass poles snapped in the wind. The guys waited in the van as the storm passed. Fortunately the storm did eventually pass and we were able to go back to the tents and have a decent night's sleep. This morning we will pick up the mess the storm made and have a breakfast of eggs, sausage and homefries.
We've heard several reports that PA is getting hammered by a winter storm. We hope everyone is safe.
-Lane
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The Pennsylvanians heard that there were tornado warnings in Florida, and were very concerned for everyone's safety. Glad all is well. Sounds like the Whaler did not disappoint!! Water moccasin??, shivers running down back...breakfast sounds yummy!!!
ReplyDeleteWe are attempting to shovel out at least two feet of snow, while the winds and snow continue to whip around us. But we are safe and warm, thankful that we still have power - no generator YET.
Be safe and be well.
I finally got Layton's stranded whale video to play ...very funny (especially with Mary's contagious laughter in the background). Sounds like another good day. Glad everyone survived the storm, sounds intense. We're currently buried in a deep blanket of snow. Looking forward to hearing more of your stories.
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