Peaceful Valley of Rippling Waters
The Peaceful Valley of Rippling Waters appropriately describes Chickasaw National Recreation Area, known for its many mineral springs, cool water, flora, fauna, and wildlife. Here one’s mind may wander back in time to when the early American Indian came to this area to rest, relax at the water’s edge, and hunt for their food from the abundant wildlife.
Our first visit to WBR was with granddaughter visiting from NJ; live snakes, drawers of native flora & fauna captivated her inquisitive mind-ours too! History of the area, elevated maps for flooding, a nature trail where red headed woodpeckers were seen; all manner of native flowers blooming! Aside from great photos of our grand, she had memories to share during “Show & Tell” back in Jersey. The end of the boardwalk opening onto Weeks Bay is a fitting end to the walk; picnic lunch [take your trash back with you!] while talking about our adventure was a grand afternoon. Next visit we booked a bird watching tour via the WBR pontoon boat; met interesting people, saw a Bald Eagle, Pelicans, porpoises, turtles; a magical adventure both times. Now we visit monthly. AND the Pitcher Plant Bob is right around the corner! Bring bugspray!