The swamp buggy ride was very nice and reminded me of my times out in the everglades as a kid. The buggies
held about 30 people. This time of year, there was very little water actually in the swamp as rainy season was just
about to start. Many imported species in the park. The trip lasted about an hour and we got to see quite a bit of the
actual swamp and highland hammocks. Seemed strange to see ostrich in the swamps. Our guide was quite
knowledgeable, but made some mistakes (in my opinion) during his presentation. All in all it, was a great trip. The
Seminoles are trying to preserve the old blood lines of some cracker cattle and old Spanish horses. They are
breeding purebred Brangus now and selling the beef as "Seminole Beef".
Billy's Swamp Sarafi Swamp Buggy
Buffalo which are actually native to Northern Florida and were here
when the Spanish arrived. They are no match for modern weapons
nd were soon decimated.
Water buffalo
Wild hogs. The guide didn't mention it,but they must be
heavily culled or will overrun the place.
Old Spanish horses.
Not your normal swamp dweller. The employees consider
them the most dangerous animal in the park.
Replica of a cooking chekee
Lots of raccoons in the park begging for food.
Corn mortar and pestle