We arose again at 5:30 am fully expecting to do Part II of the Gulf crossing. NOAA issued a forecast for south to southeast winds at 10-15 knots with 2-3 foot seas. This was similar to yesterday’s forecast but we actually experienced 3-4 foot seas for half the trip. A charter fishing captain met with all the Loopers this morning, and said that in his opinion, it would “ be rough out there today because as the coast turns eastward, you will lose the protection from land.”
What forecast to believe??? Each Looper couple had to evaluate the information based on their own experience and knowledge and decide for themselves. 2 boats, Gulf Cart and Freedom’s Turn, decided to go; Highlander, Golden Lily and Baby Grand, decided to stay as Friday’s forecast looked better.
Bob and I always enjoy a lay day and took off this morning to explore Steinhatchee. It has a colorful history as it was initially Seminole territory, was colonized by Spain in the 1500’s and was a pirate area from 1500 to 1800’s and was known as Deadman’s Bay. The name was gentrified to Steinhatchee which means “river of man.” It has supported logging, sponging by Greek divers in the 1940’s, and now is known more for small scale commercial fishing.
We have been very pleased with the Sea Hag Marina. You cannot beat the price of $.56 per foot with Boat US discount and tax plus $5 for utilities for a floating dock. The staff is very helpful, restrooms are clean, a gulf cart is available to do errands and they have a nice patio area for 5pm Captain’s Meetings.
What forecast to believe??? Each Looper couple had to evaluate the information based on their own experience and knowledge and decide for themselves. 2 boats, Gulf Cart and Freedom’s Turn, decided to go; Highlander, Golden Lily and Baby Grand, decided to stay as Friday’s forecast looked better.
Bob and I always enjoy a lay day and took off this morning to explore Steinhatchee. It has a colorful history as it was initially Seminole territory, was colonized by Spain in the 1500’s and was a pirate area from 1500 to 1800’s and was known as Deadman’s Bay. The name was gentrified to Steinhatchee which means “river of man.” It has supported logging, sponging by Greek divers in the 1940’s, and now is known more for small scale commercial fishing.
We have been very pleased with the Sea Hag Marina. You cannot beat the price of $.56 per foot with Boat US discount and tax plus $5 for utilities for a floating dock. The staff is very helpful, restrooms are clean, a gulf cart is available to do errands and they have a nice patio area for 5pm Captain’s Meetings.
