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Everglades National Park and Mayan Ruins of Mexico

I explored the Everglades National Park on an airboat with my Miccosukee Indian guide, Dan "Proud Bird" Manman.

The Native American name for this area of the Everglades is Pahayokee, or "grassy waters". The sawgrass next to me has saw-like edges and is dangerous for airboaters.
I found a boa constrictor that wasn't hungry. It was a cool day so it wasn't very active. However, sensing the heat from my arms, it started to wrap itself around them to get warm.
On our way to Mexico, I sharpened my skeet shooting skills off the fantail of the H.M. Leeward. We won't mention how many clay pigeons I hit.
After arriving in Cozumel, Mexico, I explored the Mayan ruins of San Gervasio. This is the sacrificial alter. I felt uneasy standing near it.
Working as lookout on the bridge of the Leeward during our return voyage. There is no helm or steering wheel. Everything is done electronically using controls similar to a PlayStation game.

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	I explored the Everglades National Park on an airboat with my Miccosukee Indian guide, Dan "Proud Bird" Manman.
	The Native American name for this area of the Everglades is Pahayokee, or "grassy waters". The sawgrass next to me has saw-like edges and is dangerous for airboaters.
	I found a boa constrictor that wasn't hungry. It was a cool day so it wasn't very active. However, sensing the heat from my arms, it started to wrap itself around them to get warm.
	On our way to Mexico, I sharpened my skeet shooting skills off the fantail of the H.M. Leeward. We won't mention how many clay pigeons I hit.
	After arriving in Cozumel, Mexico, I explored the Mayan ruins of San Gervasio. This is the sacrificial alter. I felt uneasy standing near it.
	Working as lookout on the bridge of the Leeward during our return voyage. There is no helm or steering wheel. Everything is done electronically using controls similar to a PlayStation game.