Appalachicola to Carrabelle

We took so many great pictures, we just wanted to share.  If you want a closer look, click on the picture to enlarge.

Morning Star with all 4 sails flying. 

Don't know why, but I love this old RR bridge.  It is now permanently
locked into the open position.

This barge and tug were tied up to one side of the river.  Hopefully
the crew is enjoying Thanksgiving with family.

The cargo on the barges was large freeway sections.  In the background is
an osprey nest.

Appalachicola.  We really like the town but no time to stop today!

Sad, old wharehouse.  I'm always amazed to see it still standing
whenever we pass it.

Not a great day for this poor derelict.

The current was ripping along at 2 knots or better.  Thankfully it
was going our direction!!

The sea grasses along the water's edge look stately standing up to the breeze.

Highway 98 bridge.

This long bridge crosses over to St. George's Island.  There is a great
state park there and many touristy inns.

The city docks at Appalachicola.  They seem in good shape but the water
is very shallow in the city marina.

This creek feeds into the Carrabelle River.

The town of Carrabelle was trying to position itself as a darling of the developers.
Many water side houses were built speculating on being the next big thing.
When the market collapsed, so did the dreams. 

Marks make all the difference in preventing a boat from running aground.

I imagine you get your exercise getting to the top floor.

He was taking a picture of us so I thought I'd return the favor.

We sailed alongside this boat for most of the way.  She was really
heeled over in the strong breeze as we approached Carrabelle.




 

Almost to C-quarters and Thanksgiving Dinner!!!