Fernandina Beach, FL

We arrived at Frenandina Beach, FL yesterday (8/26). WOW, the trip down from St. Simon's Island to Fernandina was only 41 miles but it was the most unusual experience of our boating life. Thunderstorm after thunderstorm went by where we had to dodge it or drop the anchor and wait for it to pass. St. Andrews Sound is not a place to cross on a windy day. The ICW makes you go out into the Atlantic before turning back in to continue south on the ICW. If you have not picked a calm day (as we didn't) you will face 6 - 7 foot seas!!!

Anyway, back on calm waters in FB....After taking a walk into historic downtown this morning we found it to be a cross between New Orleans & Savannah. It is a really neat town and we plan on leaving the boat here.

Moored at the face dock in front of us was a beautiful classic trawler the Pilgrim 40 called "Papillon". We got to meet Jack & Darlene briefly before they headed out this morning to continue their travels north. One of the unique things on their boat that immediately caught my eye was a stunning stained glass window. Darlene was gracious to allow me to come on board and take a better look at it. And yes, it was spectacular!

Tonight after a fabulous seafood dinner we took a walk about before heading back to the dock to catch the sunset. No, Not another sunset!!! I can't help myself each sunset is unique... And the dynamics of all the people on the dock is very entertaining! :-)