Marco to Little Shark River to Marathon (Keys)

Maggie Jo enjoyed the slip at Marco Island for a week.  We had
great weather and a very nice marina, Marco Marina.  We met some golden loopers
and like us those that were in the process.  It is a small world when you know
people in common.  We went to church and sitting behind us was a couple from Emmertsburg, IA. they
were connected to Pizza Ranches and know Brenda and Chad from Pella.  We got back to the boat and there
was a knock on our door and here stood Nolan and Mona (Hoot Owl) we finally are together again, last time we
were together was Green Turtle Bay in Kentucky four months ago. 

Heading out of Marco Island! Calm waters are always a plus!

Heading out on the gulf - as always we keep our eyes open for crab pots and dolphins! 

First day we anchored out in Little Shark River ! Hoot Owl grabbed a piece of rock and was able to
anchor in the inlet, we anchored on the outside near friends on Fruition, in the gulf, because we tried anchoring five times inside the river and the anchor dragged on rock and wouldn't set.

Looking for an alligator?  Maybe...but as we get close to anchor I assist Capt. Tom. 

Above was our course and the mileage we accomplished for the day. You can see
where we traveled up the river and then went back out to anchor.

Time to celebrate the moment! No cell phone service and just us and the beautiful waters!

Sunsets are more beautiful everyday.  God's art gallery is just the best!

This is the marker of the most southwest part of Florida's mainland before crossing
Florida bay to the Keys.  

Following Hoot Owl and watching out for the crab pots.  I kept calling them
clay pots and it was driving Tom crazy.

Hello and welcome to Marlin Bay Marina, this was our greeter!

As we were riding around the neighborhood a fellow looper called us
over to show us that a Manatee that was assisting him with his boat washing.

This will be our home for the next two months!  Marlin Bay Resort and Marina!