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They camped for six weeks in the dense, mosquito-infested wilderness of the Everglades, choosing clandestine spots far from park rangers to avoid trouble. The environment was relentless: sweltering days, biting insects, and constant vigilance about wildlife. They even engaged in the risky activity of catching invasive pythons, which proved dangerous and physically demanding.
Supplies were minimal—just enough bologna sandwiches, some beer, and a handful of supplies bought from dollar stores. They relied heavily on granted permits to stay in state parks temporarily but shifted to more secluded areas deeper within the swamp, where they built makeshift camps and navigated daily hazards like alligators wandering near their tents.