Thursday, December 23, 2020
Bonita Springs, Naples, FL
ODOMETER: 80,806 | MILES TRAVELED: 2,861
by Grant
In the morning, we decided to do a run/ride at Lovers Key Park. It’s a beautiful morning and Jana’s knee is feeling good. The trail is really well marked and there are very few people on the trail.
We do the entire trail and really enjoy the opportunity to move in the sunshine.
On the way out of the park, we spot a couple of Gopher Tortoises and appreciate the reminder to slow down a little!
When we get back, we decide to go play Pickleball. There is a nice court at the RV Park and we have a great round robin with everyone having a ball, literally and figuratively.
We then head back to Lovers Key. Jack and I paddle and Jana and Ellie go for a walk. It’s a beautiful sunset and we all have an amazing time in this gorgeous State Park.
On the way out of the park, we decided to take the drone out over the back bay.
We spot an amazing bird-filled island off in the distance and Jack maneuvers the drone to a safe position off the island for some great footage and photos.
It’s leftovers night and another chill night in the RV.
On the way out of the park, we spot a couple of Gopher Tortoises and appreciate the reminder to slow down a little!
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