Red Tide
We have had our first encounter with “red tide”; an algal bloom that is toxic to some marine life and … Continue reading Red Tide
Tampa Bay
We left Indian Rocks Beach in the morning just after nine. One hour before low tide. Not many people stirring … Continue reading Tampa Bay
Tidbit: A Surcee
We were introduced to the southern tradition of a surcee at docktails one evening in Panama City Beach. Jackie from … Continue reading Tidbit: A Surcee
Back to the Beginning
A little more than 5 years ago we started this adventure by taking some courses in St Petersburg. Today we … Continue reading Back to the Beginning
Crystal River, Florida
Crystal River has been a delightful stop. The manatees that congregate here in the winter are the highlight, but overall … Continue reading Crystal River, Florida
Does anyone else let their dogs navigate?
So today we were cruising from Steinhatchee Marina at Deadman’s Bay to Pete’s Pier in Crystal River, a 95 mile … Continue reading Does anyone else let their dogs navigate?
Learn Something Every Day
Here was the forecast for February 15th: morning starts just fine, but wind/seas build gradually throughout the morning, with peak … Continue reading Learn Something Every Day
When Jupiter Aligns With Venus
A short overnight in Steinhatchee. We didn’t get more than 100 feet from the dock but my gosh were we … Continue reading When Jupiter Aligns With Venus
What a romantic couple
So it’s Valentines Day and what says romance more than a 4AM start to the day in order to cross … Continue reading What a romantic couple
Game Day Decision
After the howling winds and heavy rain over the last two days, this is the view out the window at … Continue reading Game Day Decision
Moon Dance IV 