One spot that I visited twice while In Florida is called the Wellington Environmental Preserve. It’s part of a system to filter the water from Wellington before it enters the Everglades, which I was told starts in this area and extends all the way to the coast. There are two long boardwalks over the water that allow you to get much closer to fish, birds, and alligators than you would otherwise. A five-story tower offers a great view of the whole property and beyond. One new bird I spotted was a solitary Wood Stork. And as I was leaving at sunset, in the distance I think I saw two Sandhill Cranes but didn't have a chance to go back for a better look. I feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to explore different natural areas in Florida while visiting my family!