Exploring the World with Pokémon Go: Seminole Wekiva Trail 7
Continuing on my adventure, I went to Seminole Wekiva Trail 7. As the seventh part of this adventure, I had high expectations going into this segment.
Mile Marker 9.0:
After the last couple sections, I hoped that Seminole Wekiva Trail 7 would continue to deliver. But with no tunnels in sight and all the amazing artwork now behind me what did I find instead? Well now that the human made stuff was nowhere to be found, I got to return to nature. This is a nature trail? Right?
Jokes aside, just outside of the trail itself stood fancy neighborhoods. Its no surprise that living near a trail ups the land value. But compared to even what I saw before, the houses in this segment were incredible. I’ll talk more about that in a moment.
I passed Mile Marker 9.0 and was pleased that I made it this far. Covid was tough on me physically. I used to be able to travel much farther than I currently am. Still, the fact that I am returning outdoors after being cooped up for so long is refreshing.
Mile Marker 9.25:
Mile Marker 9.25 was more of the same on Seminole Wekiva Trail 7. The fancier houses got even fancier. I got more in tune with nature. And most of all, I was pleased by the lack of rain. Since I explored later in the day, I risked a Florida shower. Those happen around the same time, mid afternoon of basically every day during the summer.
One interesting landmark was that sign pictured above. It warned about high traffic. I’m not sure if it was referring to lots of people, wildlife, or both. Anyway, this section of the trail didn’t seem any more crowded than before. Sometimes it felt less crowded. I don’t know if I can use Covid 19 as an excuse for less people being here. Being outside is a lot safer than going indoors with larger crowds.
Another point of interest is the most recent of those signature Seminole County Garbage cans. The last few including this one had graffiti on them. I’m not sure what the significance of the art is, but I personally can appreciate it existing. Its not really hurting anyone as far as I am aware. Certainly no more than having a lock on the actual garbage can.
Mile Marker 9.5:
Mile Marker 9.5 of Seminole Wekiva Trail 7 is where the largest houses I saw on this adventure sat. I even dared take a picture of one. I hope the owner of that house doesn’t mind. Then again, I’m not really breaking any laws. I stood in a public place and took a public photo.
Given how affluent the neighborhoods here seem to be, its not surprise that fences and other physical barriers sit just outside the trail borders to keep normal people like me from intruding on their paradise. Of course since walls can be climbed and nature barriers overcome, this seems to just make sure that individuals planning harm get in better shape before getting into trouble. Seems counterintuitive to me.
I also saw the entrance to what appears to be a private park. Since I can’t enter that place, it will not be a part of this blog. For what it matters, it did not appear like I was missing much in Pokémon Go if I went there. Don’t forget that while I take pictures, I’m still playing the game at the same time.
Mile Marker 9.75:
Up next on Seminole Wekiva Trail 7 was Mile Marker 9.75 and plenty more of the same. As usual, there was nothing wrong with that though. The fancy neighborhood continued to make sure there was lovely scenery all around. Despite the earlier signage, this section was where the human traffic increased a lot.
I saw another garbage can with graffiti art. And since some of the plants were dying around here, it gave the illusion of fall weather from up north. Don’t be fooled though. It was September when I explored this part of the trail. And Florida doesn’t have fall. Just hot and less hot with little rain.
Mile Marker 10.0:
Mile Marker 10.0 brought me to a lake. I love lakes. Especially taking pictures of them. Considering all the different features of Seminole Wekiva Trail 7, its a bit surprising that it took this long for a body of water to pop up.
I’m not sure if the fence along this section of the trail is to protect people from wandering into the water, or for the rich people who live just outside the trail borders to keep riff raff like myself out. I assume its the latter considering the multiple signs every five feet that warned of trespassing penalties.
I have seen no trespassing signs in other areas before, but having them every five feet seems a little excessive to me. Well, at least some person got paid to put them all up. Well maybe. People don’t get rich by giving money to others after all.
Mile Marker 10.25:
The last section of Seminole Wekiva Trail 7 felt different from the rest. I emerged from the greenway and ended up alongside Lake Mary Boulevard in the town that bears its name. Actually not really, this area is called Heathrow. Oh well. A shopping center nearby only made this section seem even more unique. Also, after getting away from Interstate 4 for a while, I could once more see it in the distance. Signage everywhere made sure I knew it existed.
One very exciting thing stood out as I reached the end of this part of the adventure. I saw another tunnel! After my excitement from the last one, I didn’t realize there would be another. Once I continue on, this will mark the shortest time between a bucket list item being added and being completed.
I’m already 10.25 Miles along this trail. And there is plenty more still. Including a spot that is important to me emotionally. I’ll elaborate on that part of the trail when I get there.
Pokémon Go:
So how does Seminole Wekiva Trail 7 measure up to the prior sections? Depends on the part. A few such as the last two were a bit better for playing the game. Still, this part of the trail does go past many landmarks and the shopping center segment is almost comparable to a park in its own right. The only reason I rate it lower than prior sections is due to it being a little more inconsistent.
Its still worth visiting the trail for Pokémon Go. Get your walk in, hatch some eggs, and spin plenty of stops. You won’t be disappointed on this section of the Seminole Wekiva Trail. Of course the constant Pokémon spawns from start to finish probably help.
Honestly, the biggest downside here was that there were several Pokestops and Gyms located in those affluent neighborhoods. They are just out of reach from the trail with no way of getting to them quickly, or legally.
I hatched three eggs while hiking Seminole Wekiva Trail 5. All three disappointed me. The Skarmory here did not compare to the perfect one I hatched earlier on the Seminole Wekiva Trail. Barboach is well… Barboach. Meditite would have been great if its stats were perfect. But they were not, so discard and draw. Maybe I’ll get something good on the next adventure.
Axew is buddy now and its exploring Seminole Wekiva Trail 7 as it bulks up to become a mighty Haxorus. One day little one. One day.
Wrap Up:
I’m a bit confused by this picture. But I’m happy in it. Not quite sure why the road is on the wrong side of this image. Maybe I’m overthinking things and the answer is obvious. Probably has something to do with mirrored perspectives, but not quite sure what my brain is missing.
Anyway, I have another tunnel to explore next time. Look forward to that very soon.