Two Lane Florida Adventure to Okeechobee - Day Four

For the last few nights leaving the clubhouse, we have encountered these HUGE Toads! Those of you that know me well, know that I am not a fan of these four legged creatures! These Giant Toads (a.k.a. Marine Toad or Cane Toad) are the largest of the frogs and toads found in Florida. The giant toad is not native to the US. It was originally released in the U.S. in sugar cane fields to help control white grubs. Giant Toads will eat all types of native frogs and toads. Thank God they are only found in the southeastern coastal region, a small area on the southwest coast of Florida! These Giant toads are bigger than your fist and can reach 6-9 inches in body length. Today we enjoyed cheering for our little rubber duckies in the rubber duck race in the pond by the clubhouse. We played a few games of Pegs and Jokers, tied 2 games each for the boys and girls! Enjoyed are participation in the MADD Hatter Parade. Billy, Pattye and myself did not win, but Charlie took second in the patriotic category! Finished out the night with the closing ceremonies and the entertainment of Gerald Goodwin, the "Singing Salesman." My favorite song was "Blue Hairs Driving in My Lane." Tomorrow we will hit the two flea markets and start our two lane adventure back home.