Explore the Peace River
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Capt. Zac Varner, of Peace River Charters, provides some information about the history of the Peace River during a recent airboat tour.
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An alligator enters the Peace River near Arcadia, where one of three gator attacks took place in the last few days.
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Guests enjoy an airboat ride in the Peace River.
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An alligator suns itself on the banks of the Peace River.
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A group of Canadians enjoy a recent airboat tour provided by Peace River Charters. From left to right: Glen Alton, John Galloway, Catherine Alton, Carol Chambers and Randy Van Ness.
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An alligator suns itself on the banks of the Peace River.
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Live like a tourist
Many of us drive across the Peace River with little thought about the waters below that brim with life and history.
The 106-mile river flows from northern Polk County into the Charlotte Harbor Estuary.