Gators Galore

Well spring has definitely arrived and we are seeing 'Gators galore out here in the Delta. From baby gators to 13ft monsters, it is a real treat for guests and staff alike. In addition the bird life is in abundance, with Bald Eagles, Osprey catching fish and nesting, Great Egrets, Snowy Egrets, Blue Heron and many more showing off for our visitors. The Alabama Red Bellied Turtles are also hatching, so please keep an eye out as you drive through the park and help them get to the safety of the water injury free.

Another Bird & Gator Filled Day on the Delta!

Today's tour was great. The temperature was nice and the water was like glass. We had a good crowd of families and friends spending time together.....away from the mall! Great to see on this "Shopping Weekend" right after Thanksgiving.

Passengers on the boat were treated to a great diversity of wildlife. Before even leaving the dock we saw Osprey circling looking for fish and a Double-Crested Cormorant did a fly-by just as we cast off. Along the way up river we saw a Snowy Egret and some American Coots, all feeding in the shallow waters along the Blakeley River. We made our way into the Appalachee River and saw a flock of White Pelicans overhead. We then encountered a Great Blue Heron and some more Coots. All of the birds we had seen to this point were then trumped by the sun-bathing American Alligator! We sat quietly and observed this gator for some time. In fact, he was so intent on basking in the sun that we drove off with him still sitting there. Our presence never disturbed him. On our way downstream we saw more White Pelicans and a KingFisher. All in all a great day in the Delta.

~ Captain Michael Dorie
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