Alexander Springs....Yep, another spring

We hadn't realized that central Florida is the land of the Springs.  Beautiful crystal clear water bubbling, actually poring out of the ground, creating awesome streams.  So when we arrived at Alexander Springs, it was time to rent a canoe and head down the stream.  And this time the current was only 1 mph, so we paddled back upstream too.  Checked out all of the trees and plants along the river's edge, the lilly pads with their yellow flowers, the birds, and the alligators (although we didn't spot any).


Snorkeling and Scuba diving in the spring is also encouraged, but we chickened out as there were also alligator signs.....Although, "Swimming with the Gators".....why not?

Alexander Springs also has some nice walking trails through the forest. Once again, we thank the CCC for a job well done!

We also biked part of the Paisley Bike Trail which meanders through the forest.  Where there was the soft "sugar sand", trail maintenance had put down oak leaves for traction; so even in our hybrid bikes we successfully rode 13 miles; although it did feel like 30 miles!  This trail covers over 30 miles, so we will have to come back and finish the route.