Saturday, January 22, 2011
82° 41.815’ W
27° 44.408’ N
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| Leaving Tarpon Springs |
Today we traveled 44 miles south of Tarpon Springs. Since we arrived in Tarpon Springs in a heavy fog, leaving the harbor under sunshine and blue skies was a pleasant experience. It’s a beautiful canal that takes about an hour to get you back to the
Intracoastal Waterway and Gulf.
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| Homes along the Intracoastal Waterway |
The first 40 miles was easy going with a moderate chop and the wind to our back. For the last 3 to 4 miles of this trip, small craft warnings were posted and we had the wind on our beam pushing us side ways. Twenty-five knot winds – white caps, and rollers doesn’t make for a happy Captain! The good news was the harbor was well protected and had good dock personal to help us get in and help secure the boat. We are tied to a floating dock - the first one we have seen in months. The beauty of a floating dock is it rises and falls with the tide!
Later, Barb and I walked into town and had an enjoyable dinner with the local crowd. Tomorrow we will walk the town during daylight hours and get a feel of the community. I’ll be on the lookout for a TV to watch the Chicago Bears win tomorrow and move up to the Super Bowl!
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| Anclote Island Lighthouse |
GO BEARS!!!!
We plan to spend a second night here leaving Monday morning and cruise 35 miles to Longboat Key where
Moore’s Stone Crab restaurant is located. Keith, Merri and the kids arranged dinner at the restaurant as our Christmas gift! We will dine, and then spend the night at the restaurants dock.
