Everglades National Park

We headed over to the Everglades National Park on Tuesday so the kids could do a bit of exploring and pursue their Junior Ranger badges from a new park. Leah really wanted her token which was the true attraction for her, but both kids had a good time.

We took in a guided Ranger walk at the Anhinga Trail just inside the park's boundaries. We totally lucked out with a ton of alligators, birds, fish, and turtles on our walk.

Both kids earned their Junior Ranger badges, and were "sworn in" at the Flamingo center way at the southern edge of the park.

Here they are proudly wearing their new badges. Both kids were pretty much ready to head home at this point. 

We made a stop at Knaus Berry Farm and were treated to some fabulous milkshakes, which really helped to quell the heat. All in all, a very nice day. Thanks to Nancy, Chauncey, Uncle David, and Christina for coming along and sharing the joy of exploring and discovery with the kids. Hopefully their enthusiasm and energy rubs off on all of us!

Cheers,

Marc