"Be sure to check for alligators before you jump," the pilot yelled over the thunderous drone of the helicopter. I stared into the murky water, looked back at his bearded grin, took a deep breath - and leaped. The tepid water lapped at my chin as thechopper lifted off, and the low, fading hum of the rotor was quickly replaced by the gnawing, trill of mosquitoes. I was left with one small boat, one oar, one camera and the blind faith that this wasn't just an elaborate prank. It was my first day on the job in the Everglades with the National Audubon Society's Tavernier Science Center.
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