i posted the book( i found a stack in the library) caws - no mmatter
if you read jacobson, down river experience isn't prep for wandering
thru the wilderness looking for a small canoe paddle signpost - the
SWFL area is warm non hypothermic and the CG is available when you get
blown out to brownsville or belize.
http://www.floridastateparks.org/col...le/default.cfm has canoe
rental, campsites and a good loop for a beginner.
a best book is
A Paddler's Guide to Everglades National Park by Malloy