Hmmmm, I have had two "how bad can it be" experiences with swarming, biting bugs, and I am not sure if there is a way to make it any less bad unless you wear a mosquito net outfit head-to-toe and even then those bastards will find a way in... but what doesn't kill you goes down in the record as a thrilling experience! I say, give it a try!!
RE: Big Cypress vs. The Everglades