Ok the wind shifted to the west and that is the hottest direction. Two nights was all we wanted and since the Gulf was chopped up with 15-20kt winds we took the ICW inside back north. 10 bridges we had to open between Charlott Harbor and Sarasota Bay with two more between Longboat Pass and Tampa Bay. Damn that is a lot of bridges and not all open on request, Some are on 15 minutes, some on twenty minute intervals. Then there is the tidal surge often over 2kts near Venice Pass.
Tried to stay the night in Venice at the Crows Nest Marina/restaurant but between the tidal surge and the 20 kt wind off the stern just could not bring Genesis into the slip. Three tries then movin on.
Arrived at longboat around 5:30PM and the diesel began acting up DAMN. Then the forward hatch hinge broke. At least we could run our A/C and have a fine meal.
Left in the AM and more engine problems but made it into Tampa Bay where we sailed to home. Yes actually sailed across Tampa Bay.
Call the mechanic tomorrow, empty her and bring the dingy home.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Pelican Bay
In Cayo Costa State Park. About a 1/2 dozen overinght boats anchored with a dozen or so day boaters. Staying till Tuesday AM then off to Venice. Seabreeze kicking in now from west. Lunch then a dink to beach.
Saturday, June 11, 2011
Burnt Store Goodbye
Leaving tomorrow to resume our vacation. Wait we are retired, it is always vacation. Anyway we enjoyed our stay and will recommend BSM to anyone. The staff was friendly and helpful, the resturant/bar had good drinks and food combined with great entertainment.
We will be back!!!
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Still at Burnt Store
Added 3 more days to our stay. The fine folks at Burnt Store gave us a weekly rate that saved us $70.00. Have just about given up on keys this month the Damn invest 94L just won't move. Karaoke at bar tonight and happy hour is just $2.75 per drink. More rain projected for the remainder of week so guess we will just hunker down in the hot-tub.
One big problem for cruising sailors is the location of the marina here. We are 10 miles from the supermarket and 18 miles from a West Marine. No courtesy car and cabs would have to come from Punta Gorda.
One big problem for cruising sailors is the location of the marina here. We are 10 miles from the supermarket and 18 miles from a West Marine. No courtesy car and cabs would have to come from Punta Gorda.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Monday, June 6, 2011
Burnt Store Marina/Condo Resort
Time to catch up. After leaving Longboat yesterday early for the 50 miles to Boca Grande Pass. Spent the night in Pelican Bay then decided we needed a night ashore so here we are in one of our favorite places. Hot showers, clean bathrooms, BAR & Deli. Who could ask for more. Sleepin in AC tonight.
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Vacation
Left St. Pete 0947 arrived at Moores Longboat Anchorage 1430 hrs. Sun shade up radio on. Chillin with the Don.
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