St. Augustine: Walking the cats at Anastasia State Park

Well, you really don't walk a cat, a cat walks you.  Recall the quote, "Dogs have owners, Cats have staff."

So, why do we walk the cats when it isn't always fun.  Walking the cats robs a huge amount of time from other activities.  

Just think what might be here!

The truth...When living in state parks and private campgrounds the rules are the rules.  Pets are welcome but must be handheld leash, no more than 6 feet.

Just want to climb the tree

Luckily we often are near trails or woods.  Trees are a must because you never know when the youngest cat want's to stretch her legs.

Trail through the woods

Curiosity may kill a cat but boredom is death by increments.

What's in this hole

And your cat will let you know in no uncertain terms when it is bored.

Even the bright new halter and leash
don't make me happy

At least on a leash you can keep them from running into traffic or the path of a dog.

Why can't you follow me through the thicket?

And they still sample the horderves while on a leash ... bugs, grass, small plants, a slow lizard, earthworm.  Which helps reduce the cost of feeding them

Come on,
you can do this!

Still, I can't complain.  The cats are safe and we would miss many outdoor opportunities:  Viewing the early morning stars and sunrises, Walking in the misting rain, Watching the sky slowly turn dark, Trooping along a nature trail at mid-night.  

This is better,
you read your book and I'll relax in the shade

You just never know what the cats have in store for your walk.