Travelog = Day 31, Mar.3

Today's adventure is a swamp tour with Cajun Jack ($25 per person)
http://www.cajunjack.com/

But first of course, a closeup of 'Miss Gypsy'



Ten foot lock leading to the main part of the river which can be up to 180' in depth.



A small river fatality




Bald eagle flying. There were probably a dozen of them, but none willing to 'pose'

What is known as a swamp camp. This one complete with 70's stove.

Alligator of the day. Our fourth one to date.

Another swamp camp, this one with air conditioning. Power via generator. Note the out building on the right on very high stilts as the water can rise as much as 10 feet.

A great egret, largest of the egret family. You'll notice what look like stumps in the water. Not so. You've heard of 'bees' knees', well these are 'tree knees' which apparently in 450 years will be trees themselves.

Trunks of the cypress can be quite large.

Spanish moss highlighted in the sun.

This bald eagle stayed stayed put for me.

We pass by some pretty luxurious houses on our way back from the main river which is 50 feet deep.

Shrimp boats.

I thought this house on a barge gave new meaning to 'house boat'.

Another 'wreck' left to disintegrate.

If you look closely, you will notice the high water mark (dark areas) on the trees, roughly 5 feet.