After signing a form at the boat rental stand that releases the owners from all liability in case of accident, you are given a boat and a heartfelt goodbye and good luck, and off you go. Almost immediately, you see alligators sunning themselves on the banks, looking at you, and thinking of dinner.
Any fear is forgotten, however, as the beauty of the river is stunning.
A profusion of birds fly overhead, including eagles at times. Because the water is so pure and clear, river life too will be easily visible. This is a wonderful place. Voyageur, discussing a natural area, north of Orlando. When another church project in a very poor area languished for lack of funds, the local priest disappeared for a few days to visit a nearby army post.