The Shealy familiy is among the last of the traditional Gladesmen.For 4 generations they have lived in the Big Cypress Swamp .
“Ecotourism has made a future for our traditional culture”. Gladesmen have used this land for genertions for sustenance. We now have a sustainable ECO tourism industry that offers quality experiences for our guest.Ecotourism gives us hope for our children to enjoy this wilderness and preserve our culture and traditions.”