More Family Bonding at Myakka State Park

There are ENDLESS amounts of things to do here in Sarasota. One thing we wanted to do that Dad/Papa has never done was to visit Myakka State Park. We both enjoy being outside, being active and working up a sweat. You see, right now in Florida, all you have to do to "work up" a sweat is simply open your door and walk outside for 5 seconds. Really, its that easy. Anyhow, we loaded up bikes, packed a picnic lunch and went to Myakka State Park for the morning. We did some hiking, biking, picnicing and "exploring".....one of Avery's favorite things to do.


Papa and AAA have a pep talk before we start our hike. May I mention that Avery walked the ENTIRE distance that Papa and I walked. Who's in better shape? Avery? Papa? Mommy? It's a toss up.

"Do you think I could climb this tree?"

Walking across a suspension bridge that leads to a tower that is 76 feet high. Avery leads the way.

We made it!!! At the top of the tower. Avery climbed every step of it. This is a view from the top.

Papa and his little buddy take a break. That was a long hike up there, but we DID IT!!!

Back down to the bottom. It was slightly easier going DOWN the tower than going UP the tower.

Time for some grub. We were all STARVING and a bit parched.

"Don't worry boys, I won't interrupt your eating, CHOW DOWN!!!"

Pictures of the bike ride....not so much. Couldn't drive a bike AND take pics. It was a great day. Let's go home and swim and cool off!!!

*Stay tuned, more photos coming*