Gautier, MS and Gator Ranch

On Saturday we drove from Soso, MS to Gautier (“Go-Shay”,) MS, a little over two hours away. It was a lovely day and a pretty ride.

Bob and I relaxed on Sunday; I made some Bittman Bread whole wheat sourdough English muffins and sat outside reading for a bit. We are backed up to the bayou and it’s a pretty spot.

This is our view from the bedroom window.

On Monday we drove to Moss Point, MS to visit the Gulf Coast Gator Ranch & Tours. We had stopped there for an overnight through Harvest Hosts, but we’re unable to stay for a tour at that time due to a severe ant situation and wanted to return to take a tour. It did not disappoint. 

First we walked out back to see the alligators that were on the premises. They have over 75 in the Gator Ranch.

And then after that we went on an over-thirty-minute air boat ride through the bayou.

The guide stated at the outset that he was going to try and sink the boat and he sure tried his best. It was really fun, with lots of speed and noise. I’ve lost some more of my hearing, I think. It’s amazing how these boats can just keep going over land as well as water.

We will be extra careful with Auggie, taking him outside when the temperatures rise above the low 60s, as we have to assume there are alligators in the water a few feet from our motorhome. It’s cool in the wee hours so that’s not a problem but once the day warms up we are very vigilant.