Backwaters Paddling

For the past two days we have been kayaking in some of the area's backwaters to stay away from the crowds. Yesterday we went up one of the back creeks of Manatee Pocket which opened up into a mangrove lined bay. There were so many mullets jumping and big fish swooshing, that we were sure they would end up in our boats. Thankfully they didn't but then again, at least these two iguanas didn't try to jump in either!

Today we went to explore the Savannah Preserve's lake and marshland. We were sure we would spot some alligators, but unfortunately none were around. We did see some waterbirds like anhingas, ducks, egrets, and ospreys, and the perimeter has lots of pretty little swamp flowers.

It was still a great way to exercise and both days were perfect getaways to stay away from the Christmas week madness at all the rest of the launch ramps.

And this post wraps up 2019! Thanks for following my blog and best wishes for 2020!