What do I need to know before going to the Everglades?
What do I need to know before going to the Everglades?
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING THE EVERGLADES IN FLORIDA
- 2.) If you take a camera with you, make sure you take the strap as well. ...
- 3.) Be prepared for the noise. ...
- 4.) Ask questions! ...
- 5.) Stick around after the tour (or even before) to see the alligators and crocodiles in the park. ...
- 6.) Don't fall overboard!
What are the rules at the Everglades?
You must bring your own drinking water; it is not available everywhere in the Park. Fires are only allowed at designated beach sites. Firearms and fireworks are prohibited. If you are aboard a vessel in the Everglades, you must abide by the U.S. Coast Guard's regulations.
Do I need a reservation for the Everglades?
RESERVATIONS ARE NOT REQUIRED IN THE SUMMER. During the winter season Reservations can either be made online or by calling 1-877-444-6777 (International: 518-885-3639) after November 20th.
What is the biggest problem in the Everglades?
Nutrient pollution causes algae blooms that take oxygen out of the water, suffocating much of the natural flora and fauna. More than 25 percent of the Everglades has been damaged by excessive nutrient pollution.