The Two RV Gypsies: Full-Time RVers
and family went canoeing at Jonathan Dickerson State Park
and rented a cabin by the water for a day
16450 SE Federal Highway
Hobe Sound, FL 33455
March 29, 2014

Below: Josh Smythers and Anthony Rosenthal

Below: The Muscle Man

Then it was time to get into the canoes. The Loxahatchee is famous throughout the state for canoeing and kayaking. The upper river winds its way under a canopy of centuries-old cypress trees, giving a real back-in-time experience. On the lower section, the river becomes a mangrove-lined estuary, with ample bird life along its shores. In 1985, the Loxahatchee became Florida's first federally designated "Wild and Scenic River." No alligators were seen on this trip.

The Two RV Gypsies saw two manatees swimming in the water right beside their canoe, but did not get good photos of the manatees. Then a few people wanted a break from the canoe, so they checked out the shoreline.

Below: Back on shore, Anthony got some time to play

Below: Family members have often stated that they think Anthony is afraid of heights. But he worked really hard at climbing up this pole and was so proud of himself as he called himself a big boy now. Look at the determination in his eyes and the pleased look of success on his face. (Of course, he did outgrow this fear of heights as he got older).

Below: Time for Anthony to get some lessons in Badminton. He was very determined.

Below: It rained just as it was time to eat, so everyone went inside the cabin except John the Chef and Lee Duquette "the Protector From the Rain".

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Broward County holiday fun with friends and family

Canoe trip at Jonathan Dickerson State Park, Hobe Sound (this page)

Florida Keys (2 pages)

boating at Everglades NP

Englewood (on the west coast)

St. Petersburg/ Madeira Beach

DeLand and friends

Wekiwa Springs State Park, Wekiva River, alligators/turtles

Wauchula and Kayaking the Peace River plus two state parks

Wakulla Springs State Park: boat tour, alligators, and manatees

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