Thus far, Doc has cruised along the Gulf Coast panhandle from Mobile Bay to Steinhatchee. He is rounding the corner as explained by looper boats. He could cut the corner from Carrabelle to Tampa, but this requires a 180 mile cruise overnight across the Gulf. While this can be possible for Doc's boat, this range can task his fuel and increases the risk. Therefore, Doc has opted to round the corner and see what he can see.
Click on the layer to see the locations of Doc as he travels the corner.
The above map is a work in progress. I am new to New Google Maps but trying to teach this old dog a new trick. Envious as I am of Doc we will follow this old dog along his pirates route along the West Coast of Florida. Who knows, he may like the Sea Hag! This will take an education on my part but hopefully my skills will improve.
As I follow my Senior Hero down the west coast of Florida I continue to envy his journey. However, I do not think I would enjoy the solitude of anchoring many nights with out anyone to share the experience. Doc seems to enjoy the solitude but also craves human conversation after days at anchor.
Doc is currently at anchor off coast from Suwannee River about 3 miles off coast. Seems access to the river can be very shallow and at low tide he felt getting caught was a possibility. After spending a few days at the Sea Hag Marina, an anchorage may be a break. He did provide his coordinate which I will update on the next map post. Now that I know the last coordinates, I can inform the Coast Guard of his last known location.
While I am writing about "old sailors" I have another sailor dog to introduce. A good friend and college has purchased an Albin Family Cruiser to restore. Restore is a generous word, rebuilt would be more accurate. He purchased this boat after it sat behind a house in the rain for 3 years. The boat sunk on its trailer. Tom pumped over 1,000 gal. from the boat. Now, the restoration is underway. He plans to follow Doc along the waterways. Notice the bumped up cabin in the stern. This area is a small sleeping cabin. It has more space than appears but is like crawling into a coffin. The boat has a cabin with head, galley and bed. The saga will continue during the next year as the boat is restored.
Found this wonderful pic, reminding me of Kentucky Spring. Yep, only good looking dogs and a beautiful women in this picture. The old sea dog was the photographer. We have experienced a rough winter and this is a view we all are looking forward to. It will appear eventually.
We continue to remodel the condo and I would estimate about 95% complete. We will post before and after pics for all to enjoy when the project is complete. Of course, Spring brings boat work which I certainly enjoy.
Well I must bath the wife and walk the dogs. Good time along Bend of the Rivers. See ya'll on the water.
Happy sailing,
Adm. Denise, Capt Barry, Deckhands Bella and Bailey
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