On every trip we take up the Silver River we see something different.\u00a0 The gators, birds, turtles, and fishes are a constant along the River, and on almost every outing we watch the never ending antics of the Rhesus Monkeys. \u00a0Each season brings with it changes to the wildlife and scenery on the River.<\/p>\n
As fall arrives the trees drop their leafs, and foggy mornings give a surreal atmosphere to the Silver River.\u00a0 If you leave early, the cooler temperatures give way to the fog rising from the water.\u00a0 Take your trip on one of those mornings when you\u00a0depart the dock immersed in the heavy fog, and have the sun break through to the wildlife beginning their day along the water.\u00a0 Just one of the special things about a special place.<\/p>\n
Autumn is one of the best times for those who want to see these waterways.\u00a0 The temperatures become a little more friendly, and the wildlife become more visible.\u00a0 Many of the birds that migrate this way so enjoy the unique eco-system that only spring fed rivers offer that they take up permanent residence.\u00a0 The calls and songs of different birds fill the air as the bird population swells with both the permanent residents and the ‘snow birds’.<\/p>\n
Manatees are continuing to be spotted along the lower Ocklawaha\u00a0near Eureka, and the Mullet are jumping in both the Rivers.\u00a0 To spot the Mullet, keep an eye out for that flash of silver jumping out of the water ahead of your boat.<\/p>\n
Currently the water level\u00a0is low, and as always use caution when boating.<\/p>\n
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