For Brady, his perfect Wish combined two things: adventuring across turquoise waters on a jet ski and swimming alongside dolphins. When his Wish came true, he and his family boarded a flight from Albany to the Florida Keys for an unforgettable experience! 

Brady’s first stop was Pirates Cove Watersports for the Waverunner Eco Tour. This guided jet ski ride was part thrill, part exploration, and the tour took the family weaving through mangrove mazes, cruising down open-water channels, and even past an old lobster vessel.  

“Brady was so glad he chose the guided tour,” his mom shared. “He loved this!” 

The next highlight came at Dolphins Plus Bayside, a marine mammal facility known for its hands-on, educational encounters with Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. Brady’s family took part in their Signature Swim, which began with a 40-minute tutorial before slipping into the water for the encounter with the dolphins. Brady’s dolphin partner was named Samantha, and the experience left the family in awe.  

“It was so fun!” his mom said. “So many times, I just stopped and watched Brady laughing out loud at a conversation, a funny play in the pool, or the sheer joy in [his] voice when feeding tarpon fish, riding the jet skis, and swimming with the dolphins!” 

When they weren’t on a scheduled excursion, Brady and his family made the most of their time, enjoying its many amenities and even feeding tarpon fish on their free days. Looking back on the trip, Brady’s mom reflected on just how far he’s come.  

“We can’t thank Make-A-Wish enough for this opportunity to watch Brady enjoy himself doing things he loved and hadn’t ever experienced. He’s come so far from that little baby in a hospital crib that doctors said would never be able to leave. He is the picture of resilience, determination, and heart.”