Dunedin, Florida: Lake Paloma Eagle Scout Wildlife Project Pt II

Having met Eagle Scout Jim Garrison's parents, and gotten a little information about what was going on, I started around Lake Paloma with my camera to see the 'troops' in action. It was impressive to see the Scouts, of all ages, planting all the new vegetation along the edges of the lake.

They planted a variety of fringe plants that will grow to provide habitat for a wide variety of wildlife that call the lake home. As I visit Lake Paloma on a regular basis, I look forward to watching these improvements develop. Tomorrow we will check on the island building progress. We will also take a moment to acknowledge the supporters of Jim's project.

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Dunedin, Florida: Lake Paloma Eagle Scout Floating Wildlife Islands Project

I was recently tipped off that a local Eagle Scout would be installing floating islands in my favorite duck pond, Lake Paloma, here in Dunedin, Florida. Needless to say, I made arrangements to be there and get some good pictures for my Dunedin blog. After all, this is really cool stuff! :D And so begins a new series that will last at least several days as I show you the progression of this project.

When I arrived that morning, last Saturday, they had already gotten setup and were hard at work. That's when I met Jim Garrison's parents, Roberta and Joe. They were fine with me being there and snapping shots, so I got right to it. One team was beginning the work on one of the floating islands. You can see them in the photo above. Other, lots of others, were at work planting all sorts of wetland fringe plants along the edges of the lake. They even had City of Dunedin personnel there helping. You gotta love that.

In the days ahead, you will follow along as they plant almost a thousand plants, make two different kinds of floating 'islands', and anchor them in the lake. In Friday's St. Petersburg Times, there is a nice story about Jim and his project. Click here if you would like to read it. And if you are feeling supportive, click the Scouting banner below to see how you can help. Thanks!

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Dunedin, Florida: Toys For Tots Christmas Motorcycle Ride Finale

Today, sadly, we wrap up the Toys For Tots series. I have saved the very best for last. I first saw this military motorcycle, with sidecar, parked near the live band. I took some pictures, as it sat there alone, because it looked so neat. Then, when I noticed the owner getting ready to leave, I hurried to get in position for some good shots. When I noticed someone in the sidecar, I thought that would make a neat shot. Then the 'person' turned toward me, and WOW, look at that! (Really, click on the picture to see the larger version and get the full effect.)

Every time I look at this picture, I smile. These two seem like a couple of best friends. And what fun to see this dog (small horse? pony?), so calmly seated next to his human, cruising down the street in this totally unique ride. I hope you have enjoyed this photography as much as I have. It was a lot of fun taking these pictures. I have included a couple more below, showing a sample of how these Harley Davidson and Honda Goldwing motorcycles were decorated.

**Addendum... I just recently realized that I had not mentioned, in all my excitement, that these pictures were taken at the after ride party held at the Dunedin American Legion Post 275.




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Dunedin, Florida: Toys For Tots Christmas Motorcycle Ride Pt III

Well there you are, the hot dog mystery is solved... sort of. You can probably see plainly what they were doing, now. But what it is called is a mystery to me. I asked someone, the next day, who was there, but they did not know. I can only guess...

Weiner Limbo? Doggie Fetch? Danglin' Dog? I just don't know. So, if you know, or if someone you know, knows... please leave a comment. And I will enlighten us all. And if I see this lady riding down the street, I will ask her. Or perhaps the two on the bike in Tuesday's post.

And what about you? Have you ever done this? If so, did you win? Did you do well, or did you fall off the bike? Let me tell you, that is exactly what happened to a couple of the ladies, as the men slowed too much, and the bike started tip over, the women went tumbling off onto the street. Nobody seemed to get hurt at all, and it was ironic to see all the men jump forward to help... catch the bike and right it, while the ladies were on there own to get up. All in all though, it was a really fun time.

BE SURE to visit tomorrow, when we see the finale of this series... there are a couple of guys you do NOT want to miss! :D

**Addendum... I just recently realized that I had not mentioned, in all my excitement, that these pictures were taken at the after ride party held at the Dunedin American Legion Post 275.

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Dunedin, Florida: Toys For Tots Christmas Motorcycle Ride Pt II

So, about that hot dog... Again, at the party after the Toys for Tots motorcycle ride, with lots of black leather and Harley Davidson motorcycles. (Oh, I think I saw one Honda Goldwing) Some people are decked out in Christmas cheery outfits, like the nice ladies on the Harley in yesterday's post. Other people are sporting sunglasses, elf hats, hot dogs... HOT DOGS???

The mystery deepens... why does the nice lady on the motorcycle have a hot dog in her mouth like that? It seems a strange way to eat a hot dog, while riding on the back of a motorcycle. Behind her, to the right, there is a man who seems REALLY happy about her and her hot dog. And on the left... coming out of nowhere, there seems to be a hand, about to take the hot dog away... Hmmmm, what does it all mean?

Perhaps tomorrow's posting will be more 'revealing'. Perhaps then we will all know what the heck is the deal with the doggone hot dogs! (sorry couldn't help myself!)

**Addendum... I just recently realized that I had not mentioned, in all my excitement, that these pictures were taken at the after ride party held at the Dunedin American Legion Post 275.

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