Observers, 500 feet from the Withlacoochee Gulf Preserve's observation tower, are relaxing and waiting for their parents who are participating in a clean-up morning at the 413 acre park. It is located right on the Gulf of Mexico 2 hours North of Tampa. Mr. Buddylee is 48 pounds and friend ZuZu is 13 pounds, but looking at this photo it's hard to see the 3 times size difference. This is a favorite location of both dogs and many visitors who search for the "real" Florida. I am positive that Mickey and Minnie, when vacationing from their Park, would enjoy a stroll on the Preserve's many walking paths.