We continue to enjoy our stay in Flagler Beach, Florida. Every morning we take a long walk from our campsite across the road over to the beach and check out the shells. This is a great beach for shells and even thought the surf was calm when we first arrived it has been a bit rougher each day.
During our long walks we sometimes spot some dolphins which is always a treat. One thing we like to do when walking the beach is to pick up trash, especially plastics. We have noticed this year that there is a lot less beach trash which makes us happy but nonetheless we can still usually gather a handful during our walks. At least it is one less handful of plastics on the beach…
Near our park is a nice boardwalk wandering through the mangrove swamps on the bay side We spotted lots of waterfowl on the boardwalk and I was even able to see a Clapper Rail (sorry, no picture) swimming with his/her feet across a small canal. It was a rare sighting indeed. These walks have sure been a nice distraction from all the Covid news and politics in our world right now.
Each morning I ride my bike over to the beach side of the park to watch the morning sunrise. Soaking it all in I head back to Sharon waking up so we can enjoy breakfast together. It has been so rejuvenating being here relaxing and savoring beach life.
One evening during happy hour at the park Sharon spotted a Gopher Tortoise munching on the grass behind our RV. It wasn’t until I watched it for a while and realized the turtle was a frequent visitor since the grass had been “mowed” shorter as compared to the grass closer to us. It must be a favorite location for happy hour food for the Tortoise. Next I happened to glance over at one of the campground power pedestals and felt as if we might be being watched! See what I mean by looking at the picture below…
On weekdays we end each day with a happy hour at one of our favorite beach bars sitting in outdoor seating on the second deck looking out over the surf. All too soon, one happy hour at Oceanside Beach Bar would hail the end to our stay at Gamble Rogers State Recreation Area. Flagler Beach will always be one of our very favorite places to visit……
NOTE: We are currently in Key Largo, Florida.
Another beautiful spot. Thanks for doing your part to de-litter the oceans.
ReplyDeleteI also think those RV utility posts look like space aliens or robots.
If only everyone would simply pick up a bit of litter during their beach walks everything would be much cleaner and safer for our fauna.
DeleteGood to see and hear about warm times in Florida. And nice to learn you are interested in the flora and fauna....and are picking up plastic. Lovely photo of the morning waves. I am envious.
ReplyDeleteCome on down Judith!
DeleteWhat a wonderful place to relax and rejuvenate.
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