8: Everglades Stories

12/21/22 • 57 min

Today on Exploring the National Parks, we are sharing some of our top experiences while visiting the Everglades.

While it wasn’t a park that was at the top of our list of parks we wanted to visit, we were surprised at how much we enjoyed it. Every time we go back, we try something exciting and new! So join us as we dive into our adventures and misadventures inside this unique and beautiful national park.

Join us as we cover:

Our confusing tram ride through Shark Valley
The somewhat scary airboat tours in the Everglades
The surprising Nike Missile Base
How we discovered that we enjoy eating alligator nuggets
Our adventures watching wild manatees
The dolphins in Everglades City
Birdwatching in the area
The adventure that we are looking forward to going on

Whatever type of adventure you’re looking for, you’ll find it in the Everglades! We hope you enjoyed this conversation and can have some adventures of your own!

For more resources to help you plan your next trip, make sure to visit DirtInMyShoes.com.

Check out the full show notes here: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-8-everglades-stories

Today on Exploring the National Parks, we are sharing some of our top experiences while visiting the Everglades.

Join us as we cover:

Our confusing tram ride through Shark Valley
The somewhat scary airboat tours in the Everglades
The surprising Nike Missile Base
How we discovered that we enjoy eating alligator nuggets
Our adventures watching wild manatees
The dolphins in Everglades City
Birdwatching in the area
The adventure that we are looking forward to going on

Whatever type of adventure you’re looking for, you’ll find it in the Everglades! We hope you enjoyed this conversation and can have some adventures of your own!

For more resources to help you plan your next trip, make sure to visit DirtInMyShoes.com.

Check out the full show notes here: https://www.dirtinmyshoes.com/episode-8-everglades-stories

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7: Everglades Fun Facts

Welcome to the fun facts episode all about the Everglades!

You may not get the scale or grandeur that you get at a lot of the national parks at the Everglades, but it has some incredible views and wildlife. Join us in this episode of Exploring the National Parks as we share some amazing facts about this beautiful park that you can share with your friends and family on your next trip.

Join us as we cover:

The surprising reason the Everglades became a national park
How it’s actually a giant, slow-moving river
The highest point in the Everglades
The funniest frequently asked question about this park
Interesting facts about crocodiles
The human history in the Everglades

This is such a cool place in so many ways, from geology to ecosystems, habitats, creatures, and the area's history. We hope you enjoyed this conversation!

For more resources to help you plan your next trip, make sure to visit DirtInMyShoes.com.

Check out the full show notes here.

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9: Everglades Trip Planning

Are you ready to start trip planning for the Everglades?

We love talking about trip planning, and we are so excited to help you make your trip happen. This national park is amazing because it’s a great place to visit during the winter when you’re tired of the cold weather. It’s warm, beautiful, and a really cool place to visit!

Join us as we talk through everything you need to know about visiting the Everglades so that you can make your trip a reality.

Join us as we cover:

Where the Everglades is located
Must-do activities in this park
Crowd levels to expect
Travel tips
What you need to know about closures
The best time to visit
How many days to visit
Other things to see in the area
The best places to stay
The coolest ranger programs in this park

There is so much for you to try out on your trip to the Everglades! If you want some more guidance on your options, make sure to check out my resources at DirtInMyShoes.com. I created an article that splits up the different activities so that you can choose exactly what you’re looking for. I also have plenty of other in-depth articles about the Everglades to assist you every step of the way!

Check out the full show notes here.