June 23, 2022
The day has been relaxing, and it’s upsetting to know that it’s the second to last day of camp. This morning, we got a chance to hear some suggestions from two members of DSV, who are visually impaired, and told their experience and information about online accessibility. There were also two park rangers from National Canaveral State Park. After the quick round table, the campers could ask the rangers their interview questions while Ranger Michelle was in room 102. I heard the most bizarre news: during the 60s, there was an escape Jaguarundi from a circus, and to this day, it lives in the State Park. I was astonished for the past two years of going to that park. That wasn’t a story that came up at all, mainly the Wild Hogs. It was interesting to hear how from the difference in sound, the ranger knew that this wasn’t a native in the area like the well-known Florida Bobcat. I love the moment of learning about these tales and how sound can help identify a different species that are out of place. It’s fascinating when I think about it.
YSS Counselor, Kelly Love
Yes, the rangers always have great stories to tell! I had not heard about the escaped circus cat. Ranger Laura told me that they used to have a fish tank in the visitor center with fish that live in the lagoon, but it was hard to maintain. That would have been interesting!