A bit of History!

Since my second name is Lee, I couldn’t resist riding through Lee, Florida!

This turtle was slowly crossing a US Highway. I had to rescue him!

The sign said “Donkeys for sale”, but wait a minute. What’s that back there?

Shore ‘nuff. This guy was selling “Zebra Donkeys”

If you want to sell anything, you have to have a “Gimmick”

First Bike Trail in Florida

I know, I already showed you one turtle, but this one was being attacked by vultures. Clever little devil. Every time a vulture would appear, he would duck inside his house. Check that evil eye!

Check that storm cell. Pouring Rain. Eventually, a couple of these boogers caught up with me.

Cave Diver bites the water. The only sport that Lloyds of London will not insure is cave diving.

Santa Fe River

Santa Fe River again... complete solitude

Santa Fe River - Would you swim here? Click the picture!

Santa Fe River again... 2 miles from the nearest road.

Spring-Fed River in the Wilderness

Blue Spring - Bass about 5 Pounds

Blue Spring - 72 Degrees out of a Cave

Blue Spring - Crystal Clear Water that I Could Drink While Swimming - Yes, of Course I Did

Jungle - I could hear the Monkeys

Sand Road

One of Many Such Road Signs

I wonder if they were ready?

A Simple Precaution - See the Reflectors on my Bike?
I took this picture with a flash to show what it looks like when I ride the bicycle at night!

The Longest Paved Rail-Bike Trail in Florida - 46 Miles

Withlacoochee Cycling Trail

Taking a Break with Mountain Dew

Rattlesnake next to Cycling Trail

“I hate snakes!” ... Indiana Jones

Along a Jungle Trail not far from Orlando

250 meters off the Withlacoochie Trail

Bird Feeding in the Swamp

Jimmy, mowing the grass along the Withlacoochie Trail, gave me a great tip to go to the Green Swamp and ride on the Van Fleet Trail

There’s no question why it is called the Green Swamp

Grey Herons

Green Swamp

Green Swamp

Jungle-Like Vines in the Green Swamp near Polk City

Cormorant Drying His Wings

Lake in Lakeland

Lake in Lakeland

Steamboat at Disneyworld

This trip was not all pedaling a bicycle. I also visited Disneyworld with some friends in Lakeland. To the left is the Disney Castle and, to the right, a statue of Walt Disney and Tabea sitting in front of the Disney Castle.

Don and Michael at Cinderella’s Fountain

Right: Tabea at Cinderella’s Fountain

Cinderella and the Handsome Prince

Princess Tabea

Skywriter’s Message above Disneyworld

Victory Church in Lakeland
I attended this church and spoke to the Sunday School Class about the purpose of my trip, who responded with a wonderful gift to support Christian.

Lake near Lakeland, Florida

Lake near Lakeland, Florida

Sunset in Punta Gorda, Florida

Sunrise in Punta Gorda, Florida

“Henne” and Waldemar Bokrand

A lovely warmhearted couple that fed me and gave me a place to sleep on my journey south!

Finally at my Destination

Boat Docks in Fort Myers

Fort Myers Beach

Fort Myers Bay

Fort Myers Beach

Even this paradise is not without its dangers!

This lizard blends in well with the decor!

Flipper - Having Fun

Pelicans - Having a Conversation

Birds - Enjoying the View

Pelican Mailbox

More Birds - Enjoying Breakfast

Osprey - Also Enjoying the View

Aunt Mary Jo and Uncle Hershell Dodd

A Lovely Couple - and Still Together at 81

Don with Mary Jo - 15 pounds lighter after riding 36 days (3 days break) and 1600 Miles - Boy can she ever make a great plate of Chicken & Noodles - It’s a wonder I didn’t gain it all back!