So... the spousal-unit figured I needed a little break last month. He had heard about Hodges Gardens State Park from some folks and checked it out online. He rented a cabin for two nights. Our adventure began with checking in and finding our cabin!
First things first. Unload and check out the cabin. That done, relax on the back deck with a refreshing adult beverage and enjoy the lake view. That's when the first "guests" arrived.
So... we talked to them... they honked at us... there was a mutual unstated agreement we would remain on our deck and they would remain on the ground below. They eventually waddled off back to the lake.
We did some driving around that afternoon. I had visited Hodges Gardens many years ago with my family when the Gardens were privately owned. I remember how gorgeous they were then. Unfortunately, having been donated to the State and with funds becoming difficult to get, a lot of it has gone into a state of disrepair that is sad to see. There were still some very nice areas that we visited on a drive around the park.
A few pictures to give you an idea of the place. There will be more posts about this trip as I have a LOT of pictures but don't want to post all of them at once! Overload!
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| Our First Wildlife meeting... along the edge of the road on the way to the cabin |
We drove to the Visitor Center/Gift Shop... but they were closed as we were there during the week. Still pretty to see.
Alrighty! You have seen a few of many photos. More will be coming in the next few days.
Bottom line: We had a great time! It was a little toasty but there was nearly always a breeze. Going during the week meant very few other visitors there with us so we really had the run of the place! Very enjoyable.
Stay tuned!!
Until next post...
Until next post...
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