Day 177, February 3rd, 2010
We brought the anchor up at 7:00 motored through East Venetian Bridge at 7:30 and met Pea Soup two little bays down the causeway. John was concerned we would not be able to reach Rodriguez Key before dark, so we decided to stop at No Name Harbour on the southern tip of Key Biscayne only 12 miles south.
We brought the anchor up at 7:00 motored through East Venetian Bridge at 7:30 and met Pea Soup two little bays down the causeway. John was concerned we would not be able to reach Rodriguez Key before dark, so we decided to stop at No Name Harbour on the southern tip of Key Biscayne only 12 miles south.
En route something happened to the propulsion and she slowed down for a short while. We didn't know why. John decided to dive on the boat when we arrived and check out the prop and shaft. (See picture of him with his flippers on!).
Having never really looked at the charts for the Keys, I had a close look en route. At No Name we had a chat together and decided with strong east winds expected over the next few days, Rodriguez would not be the best spot. Its situated on the ocean side in Hawk's Channel, where there would be no protection. So we all agreed we would change our plan and go on "the inside", where there were lots more spots to stop and stuff to see, using the high tide where necessary.
We had a lovely afternoon at No Name. We went for a hike in the afternoon through Billy Braggs State Park, to the lighthouse. They've built a replica of the lighthouse keeper's cottage there and the lighthouse has all been restored. Beautiful views from up top!! I couldn't help but think what a shame it was that our dear Nottawasaga Light could not receive equal care!!
After all that we'd worked up an appetite, so we ate in the dockside restaurant at No Name. Yummy!
Having never really looked at the charts for the Keys, I had a close look en route. At No Name we had a chat together and decided with strong east winds expected over the next few days, Rodriguez would not be the best spot. Its situated on the ocean side in Hawk's Channel, where there would be no protection. So we all agreed we would change our plan and go on "the inside", where there were lots more spots to stop and stuff to see, using the high tide where necessary.
We had a lovely afternoon at No Name. We went for a hike in the afternoon through Billy Braggs State Park, to the lighthouse. They've built a replica of the lighthouse keeper's cottage there and the lighthouse has all been restored. Beautiful views from up top!! I couldn't help but think what a shame it was that our dear Nottawasaga Light could not receive equal care!!
After all that we'd worked up an appetite, so we ate in the dockside restaurant at No Name. Yummy!
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