Fri 3-5- The winds have finally shifted to the east and we headed out early across Florida Bay to the Little Shark River. Trip of about 50 miles, left with 4 other boats that were also waiting out the winds. We are now in the heart of the Everglades coastline. Unlike the inland portion the shoreline here is heavily forested although only about 2 ft above high tide. Anchored about 2 miles upriver in a very secluded and beautiful spot. Spent Saturday messing about and enjoying the peace and quiet. After Marathon and Key West this is a welcome change. Birds everywhere but still no alligators!
Sun-Headed north motor sailing with light winds. Todays destination is the Barron River, Indian Key. Anchor up river in protected cove. This area is called the 10,000 islands and they mean it. Don't leave home without your GPS. Monday we ventured about 6 miles upriver to Everglades City. A true fishing village with a large working fleet of trawlers. Wanted to spend the night but River was very narrow and tidal current swift so we returned to the coast.
Tues-Another sunny warm day, light winds so we motorsailed north to Marco Island. Anchored in Factory Bay surrounded by Condos and marinas. Quite a change from the past few anchorages but we once again have cell service and wifi. Fresh caught amberjack for dinner. Have had luck lately trolling and so have been eating a lot of fish.
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