Sun Feb 8- Finally leaving Marathon, skies are partly cloudy, cool with winds NE @ 15. Great sail to Newfound Harbor, (Big Pine Key). After exploring harbor and bumping bottom a few times we decided to move to a more sheltered and deeper anchorage. Sailed on to Saddlebunch Harbor where we found good protection in deep water close to shore. Beautiful evening following a great sail.The highlight of the day was having schools of Dolphin swim with us 2 different times just playing in our bow wave. (See attached picture)
Mon- Sunny and warmer, 62 in morning. Water still cold at 60. winds ENE @ 13-16kt. Great sail to Key West. Harbor which was much busier than I expected, 3 cruise ships at docks, lots of activity with at least 5 schooners giving tours, and dive boats coming and going. Anchored north of downtown off Fleming Key. Great spot with this wind direction.
Tues- Played tourist, biked about- lots of activity in city with 2 cruise ships in port.
Wed- Back in town playing tourist again, some grocery shopping as we plan to head west tomorrow. First stop the Marquesas, then on to Dry Tortuga if weather permits. total distance of 70 NM. Much warmer today lo 80's, winds e@18.
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