Wednesday, May 12, 2010
More Jungle Stuff
Another fun part of the jungle trip was the canoes (it helped that we never saw an anaconda big enough to knock one over, as we were warned we might). One morning while we were staying in the jungle we hiked up to a lake and watchtower, did some exploring, and then paddled back. As we moved along - often more drifting and scraping along the banks than paddling - we got to see the jungle from a whole new angle. The taller trees were set back from the bank and at times it was very bright and sunny and peaceful, with all sorts of flowering bushes lining the sides. At one point we saw what can only be described as a flock of colorful butterflies swirling over the mud. It reminded me of the arboretum at home - except far more vivd.
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Well, I always heard you don't want to be third in line on a hike that encounters a rattlesnake. (The first wakes him up, the second makes him mad, the third gets bitten).
ReplyDeleteWhat seating order in the canoe is best when it gets overturned by a giant anaconda?
Depending on how hungry the anaconda is, I think that everyone in the canoe is sunk at that point (bad pun, sorry)! Fortunately, we never had to find out. Apparently there are some smaller jungle snakes though that will hone in just on the scent of the person who made it mad and chase them down - so in that case, the other people in line don't have to worry!
ReplyDeleteIt's sick that your group decided to do this blog. I have really enjoyed reading it and I'm SO jealous you're there. I think I even know the mall in miraflores where some of you ate! I wish everyone the best of luck and will see you all upon a safe return.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy and remember that memories are better than pictures.