Six Mile Cypress Slough Interpretive Center bike tender - Fort Myers, Florida USA
Posted by: 
vulture1957
N 26° 34.246 W 081° 49.571
17R E 417719 N 2939159
Bicycle tender at Six Mile Slough Preserve Interpretive Center. It is designed to resemble an American alligator. According to signs posted nearby, it is hoped to remind visitors to ride bikes to the preserve, saving money and lessening pollution.
Waymark Code: WMR1DN
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 04/27/2016
Views: 5
The "Slough" (pronounced "slew") is over 3,400 acres of wetland preserve. It is home to a variety of protected plants and animals, such as giant airplants and wood storks.
It is the perfect location for people interested in educational programs and recreational activities that create minimal disturbance to wildlife. Guided walks expose the visitors to the hidden beauties of this unique ecosystem.
There is a 1.2 mile boardwalk, Interpretive center, restrooms, shelter/photo blinds, and observation decks. There are 3 ponds and 2 marshes on the boardwalk.
TYPE: Animal
AMMENITIES: Restrooms
NEARBY: Other (describe below)
OTHER (What else is nearby?): Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve
Did you ride your bike to get here?: No
Rating: 
OTHER: Not listed
How much do you pay for gasoline?: Not Listed
IF NO, WHY NOT? (just kidding): Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Please provide at least one original picture, and tell a little about your visit.
Did YOU ride your bike there?