Today was a day full of adventure. Everyone felt refreshed
and ready to take on the day after not having beach patrol the night before.
Starting off the day with yet another 6:45am wake up call from Miss Yen, we met
downstairs for breakfast. At 8:20am, Joseph from Greg’s Safaris picked us up at
our hotel to take us on our rainforest hike. Gathering in the safari truck, we
began our adventure. Joseph gave us a tour of the Island while on our way to
the hike.
Our first stop was at the Caribelle Batik, where we were
given a demonstration by a woman who worked there. Everything is hand made.
There is a nine day process in making the designs on the fabrics. They use wax
and dye on the fabrics. Everything on one side of the fabric is the same on the
other.
After visiting the boutique, Joseph drove us to the safari
hike. Joseph gave everyone a walking stick before entering the safari. We first
walked through the Mango Valley Trail. We saw a lot of mangos. Joseph explained
why each tree looked a different way and what the natives call them. Such as,
an orangey tree is called a sunburned tree. We learned how each plant’s
resources could be used for different uses. For example, one leaf with a silver
color on one side will help you heal from an injury.
After walking through the Mango Valley Trail, we began the
Peter Manning Trail. Joseph warned us that this trail would be an adventure. We
walked through rivers and up mountains. Thankfully, there was a rope to hold on
to when climbing the mountain.
Tired and hungry Joseph made an awesome meal filled with
native fruits and sweets. Resting for our beach walk tonight, we are looking
forward to seeing another turtle.
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