I think it’s safe to say that the last thing you want to see at the end of a five-mile hike, especially when the trail is a loop and you can see your car, is something blocking your path. Especially when that something is a particularly large alligator. One who doesn’t feel compelled to move. And there’s rather deep water on either side of the rather narrow trail….
Shannon Hollinger 
No! This is my nightmare!
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Can’t say I was too thrilled about it. It was most definitely a lesson in bladder control!!!
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I can’t really imagine. The only similar experience I’ve had is with black bear but not as close!
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😬 I’d be hard pressed to choose between the two, but I’d probably go with the gator!
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Oh my word! That thing is enormous! I don’t know whether I would be impressed or scared…maybe a combo? Happy you are safe. ❤
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Thanks! I can’t decide if I’m stupid or brave for tiptoeing by it….it’s the kind of situation where having a private helicopter would really come in handy! 😁
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