Ed was interested in seeing Dry Tortugas National Park and Leann read it was a good place to see birds so off we went. We flew into Miami rented a car and drove through the keys to Key West. I loved this town, lots of interesting art shops and really good food.
We were walking around town and randomly picked a restaurant for dinner. We ate outside, there was live music, great food and chickens walking all over the place. The only thing missing for a true Key West experience were the cats. I wish I could remember the name of the place. We had reservations the next morning for the four hour ferry ride to Dry Tortugas. It was going to be a long day since we had a four ride there and four hour ride back. You can camp on the island and we may have to give that a try.
https://www.nps.gov/drto/index.htm





The ride to the island was very smooth

Next stop was John Pennekamp for some snorkeling. Leann and I were newbies but enjoyed the trip and are starting to get the hang of it.
Leann and Anita ready for the water

The Everglades

The water is so clear you can see part of the bird that’s underwater.

Black Vulture. There was a warning sign where we parked that these guys may cause damage to your car. Apparently there is a garbage dump nearby and they fly there for an easy meal. This leaves them with extra time and to entertain themselves they will strip rubber parts off the cars in the lot. Bye Bye windshield wipers


Those eyes are a little creepy.




Anita, Leann and Ed so many great trips together

The easiest pass we ever crossed

Biscayne Bay
Of all the National Parks we visited to this point, this was our least favorite. There were way too many people. Maybe we should go back and give it another try.



HAPPY TRAILS, STEVE