Marathon, Fl to Stock Island, Fl

January 30, 2016

Saturday

Miles Traveled 46.1

Total Miles Traveled 2139

Day 142

We had planned to leave Marathon early this morning, but today is Saturday and there is a boat ramp in front of the marina.  The boats were lined up before daylight and after launching they were waiting around for a fishing tournament to start, making it a tight squeeze getting out of the slip and into the channel.  What a relief to get back into the Gulf. 

Seven mile bridge at Marathon, leaving the Gulf of Mexico and entering the Straits of Florida.  

We had the wind at our back and calm seas, but there is always someone to spoil the fun, this guy puts out about a 3 ft wave.

Another day of dodging crab traps, over 40 miles and missed all of them.

I have to admit, except for a few hiccups, it was awesome day cruising to Stock Island. 

We arrived at Key West Harbour Marina around two this afternoon and will be here the month of February.