ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Assistance in both the planning and field work phases of this project were provided by W.H. Orem and H.E. Lerch of the USGS. We especially thank Sarah Gerould and Aaron Higer, USGS, for program support. The South Florida Water Management District provided critical helicopter assistance as well as the time and assistance of Peter Rawlik and others. Tom Armentano facilitated our work in Everglades National Park.

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