Panoramic views of my walk through the swamps of Barataria Preserve outside of New Orleans in the Jean Lafitte National Park. Had my first 'gator encounter as well. Up close and personal. Highly recommend going if you are in the New Orleans area. It's the best way to walk through the swamp without breaking the galoshes out, not to mention it's just plain amazing to explore! Look out for those swamp bunnies...
(images by vivien chin)