Manatee Road Trip- Two Thumbs Up!

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Manatee Road Trip- Two Thumbs Up!

February 12th, 2008 Category: Lawson's Wave to Kids

For over a decade, the fifth grade students at Forestbrook Elementary have taken an extreme field trip to swim with manatees in Florida. The destination is Crystal River, a pristine body of water leading to the Gulf of Mexico, home to thousands of manatees. The warmer canals provide the perfect place for the manateees to stay warmer in winter and the perfect place to view these awesome, gentle creatures.

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In 24 hrs., Nu Horizons dive shop led us snorkeling on three different areas abundant with manatees and other sea life. We started at 7 a.m. and the weather was cold (I really didn’t want to hear the exact temp). I was freezing and the thought of immersing my freezing body in water wasn’t pleasant. However, it was worth it. And, the time with my son (who turned 11 on the trip) snorkeling the clear waters, petting manatees, and huddled together under towels on the boat was incredible. Talking with the principal, Mr. Caulder, I learned he has fought hard to keep this trip going under pressure that it isn’t academically necessary. I’m so grateful he didn’t give up. This is absolutely one of the best experiences I’ve had with Lawson.

We’ll go back again, but in July!

3 Responses to “Manatee Road Trip- Two Thumbs Up!”

Kim Erks Says:
February 12th, 2008 at 3:50 pm
Absolutely amazing! Wish I could have been a part of the trip. Thanks for sharing with me and happy belated birthday to Lawson!
Scenic City Scoop - Chattanooga Tennessee Real Estate Blog Says:
February 14th, 2008 at 1:36 pm
I am sure you had fun! I actually took a day trip from college, long time ago from USF to snorkel and dive Crystal River. It today is probably one of the top 10 things I have ever done. Swimming with the Manatees in their environment was a truly spectacular experience. Keep us the great blog and thanks for bringing back some great memories.
David
Leslie Moloney-Countrywide Says:
May 13th, 2008 at 8:34 am
Let’s go again!!! Eventhough I was able to check an amazing trip off my life list, I want more!!!! It was one of the most wonderful experiences of my life. Rock on!!