Cypress Woods
We spent a week in the Fort Myers area getting RV warranty work done and completing our taxes. This was our second stay at Cypress Woods RV resort. They have very nice lots overlooking a lake. The clubhouse is huge with a nice warm pool and hot tub. It’s a great location to make a Costco trip and stock up on supplies. Although we spent 3 days at the RV dealer, we were able do some exploring. They have concrete pads, 50 amp service, sewer, but no internet. At the clubhouse there was very good wifi, a nice library, and friendly owners.
Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve
This is a gem of a preserve with a well maintained boardwalk not far from Cypress Woods.
They did not allow dogs, so Jake waited in the car. Unfortunately, there has been a drought. Because of the low water levels, and high temperatures, there was little oxygen in the water, so a lot of fish died. The alligators and vultures did not object.
The Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve is over 3,500 acres of wetland ecosystem with a Boardwalk trail and Interpretive Center. The cypress slough catches and slowly filters rainwater on its way towards Estero Bay. A myriad of animals like otters, alligators, turtles, wading birds, and more live at the Slough year-round. Others, like migrating birds and butterflies, use the Slough as a feeding area or a winter home. We had a very nice walk.
Near the RV dealer and Cypress Woods there was Buckingham Farms. This is a 50 acre hydroponic farm and country store that serves the Southwest Florida region with locally-grown vegetables and homemade food. They serve breakfast and lunch. On Fridays they will prepare a carry out dinner, which we took advantage of.
We enjoyed having fresh vegetables everyday.
