Lovers Key State Park

This was my first visit to Lovers Key State Park and I must say that this is one of the most “alive” beaches I have ever seen. During my visit today, I spotted plenty of fish, rays, a crab, and a starfish. It was a really great experience because most of these animals I have only seen on television. I was also amazed with the mangrove system that is settled along the shoreline. I had no idea how many benefits come from this plant! Overall, coming to this destination helped me become more aware of why it is critical to monitor the chemicals we leak into the lawns and sink pipes. Everything that is absorbed through the ground eventually runs off into the ocean and damages or destroys the mangroves. I did not really think about this fact until I actually came to this park and saw for myself how essential the mangrove system is to marine life.