Saturday, September 6, 2008

Airboat anyone?



They may be loud, and a little unsightly, but they are a load of fun. If you ever get a chance to take a ride on an airboat...do it. Mims is a little town near Titusville on the east coast of Florida, that is where my sister found this great airboat ride at Loughmans Lake Lodge. When we got there we booked our ride, and went down to the loading zone, and hopped on the airboat. Just as we put on our big headphones, which are necessary to muffle the sound of the boat, the boat captain fired up the engine and off we went. It moved with ease over the grasses on the edge of the lake. We were skimming over waters in the St. John River for almost 2 hours. When it was over we wanted to go again. Despite the noise we were able to glide close enough to the alligators for a good look, and we also saw all sorts of birds. The weather was perfect no clouds, and temperature was about 80 degrees. With the wind from the boat it was almost chilly!The tour guide was wonderful as well, he knew his way around, and where the alligators would be. It is fun for kids and adults, so give it a try next time you are in Florida, it is a wonderful nature show you will not soon forget!

5 comments:

Blythe Hopes Vintage said...

I've always wanted to do that! Still trying to convince my husband that Florida would be nicer than Upstate NY...

Crystal Card said...

wow.. I've never been on an airboat, they're noisy but look like so much fun!

Debra said...

That sounds like fun!!!

Henry said...

i was just clicking by and took a look at your etsy store. you have such awesome stuff!

Unknown said...

Your photography for this entry is just amazing. Really cool shots.