My favorite field trip yet, our Canoe trip at FGCU marine lab ended up working out perfectly. I could see the hesitation in some of the other classmates eyes. Some were unsure of grouping up with another person and hopping into a canoe while it looks like a thunderstorm is brewing. Personally, I was stoked. I love things like canoeing and hiking, and at this point I enjoy the personality of the class as a whole. I was unsure of the two "guides" we had with us. I'm pretty sure the girl in deadlocks and I did not hit it off....
But overall the trip gave a sense of calmness. It was a lot of fun, and the porpiouse's were icing on the cake. I was able to tip our canoe and swim in the cool estuary water- but I don't think Mike enjoyed it as much as me.
The mangrove estuary was a fascinating place that I have learned to respect. It contains shallow water, which suprised me when I cut my foot on the sharp bottom. I have learned the actual mangroves are home to a large biodiversity, and often used as a nursing home. Protecting this area allows young fish and other creatures to grow big enough to not be immediatly eaten. Fantastic trip- couldn't have been happier :)
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