Bimini

We just returned from my Swim with Wild Dolphins Adventure in Bimini, Bahamas. It was fantastic getting to know the 20 participants from all over the country, and even Norway and England! Our group ranged in age from about 34 – 86, with a variety of interests and experience, and we all had a great time together. So many interesting and fun individuals!!

I taught animal and nature communication sessions each day and by the end of the week, everyone had excellent skills. It’s really fun to teach such talented and open students.

The staff at WildQuest was great (as usual) and the food was really marvelous. I gained four pounds while we were there!! The weather was sunny and warm with a few evening showers.

The waters of Bimini are unlike anywhere else I’ve been. There is a large bank, or shallow area that extends for miles around the islands where the water is about 20-40 feet deep. The water is the most brilliant blue and green hues and changes with the depth. We spent about 6 hours a day on a 41 foot catamaran, skimming over the water, stopping to snorkel at the “road to Atlantis” and other reef areas, and of course looking for dolphins. Bob was in heaven when they put up the sails for a few hours.

We had two really good encounters with dolphins on this trip. One day it was an older spotted dolphin and her 2-year-old calf and another young dolphin. They were very curious and playful, coming to each of us and looking into our eyes. Another day we encountered 5 spotted dolphins that were having a great time together. As we floated with them, 5-6 more came and joined in the fun. They all had a very sensual time together and it was a real honor that they were comfortable with our presence. They also connected with each of us in the human pod.

We left our truck and 5^th wheel in Kamas, Utah, near Park City, while we were gone, at the home of a friend who also came on the trip. It was great to have a safe place for our home when we were out of the country.