. . . and tank traps Surrounded by minefields . . . Unlike other towns Solitude is possible at GTMO Also at the North East Gate . . . Across the minefield Across the bay . . . The North East Gate Opposite the North East Gate The Sierra Maestra Those big binoculars show this The famous "banana rat" Cuban deer The fearsome Cuban iguana A friendly specimen Darwin in action Just hatched In its native habitat Navigational difficulty Getting ready to enter the minefield A familiar sign at GTMO Medics respond But first, remaining mines must be marked Looking for explosives When one goes off The situation is assessed The wounded Marine is dragged back He's gotten ready to be moved First-aid is rendered Carrying him to the field ambulance Safely out of the minefield Fortunately, it was a drill -- real mines are gree… . . . and cross into communist Cuba Some skills are exclusive to the base A Cuban worker A life spent on the base High-schoolers at Guantanamo At day's end they come down the hill . . . Talk about a smile! The tank is prepared There is tank training, too The plan is laid out Adjustments are made The day begins early Underway The ferry ride to Windward Point Flags flying Golfers will always find a way But if you can play here . . . There is a horseback-riding club Careful surfing The only American grocery store in Cuba Families discover natural wonders But there are differences There is only one stoplight The selection isn't bad The base water supply The post office