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Author Archives: Captain Dan

Life on the road…

We left the school after lunch. We’ve had a nice drive so far with a slowdown through Mobile. We’re now in Marianna for dinner at a Mexican restaurant. All our guys are doing great. About one more hour to go to our overnight stop in Lamont, FL.

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Safely and sound in Marianna, FL

We had a good day on the road – just a few slowdowns in south Florida, but otherwise light traffic and good driving conditions. We’re staying overnight in Dove’s Rest Campground. The owners of the campground are some of the nicest people you would ever meet, so we like staying here. Everyone is in good … Continue reading »

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Departure time

We’re getting close now! We should leave right after 4th period lunch today. 4th period lunch ends at 12:34. Our destination today will be just east of Tallahassee.

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Underway from Port Largo

We carefully secured everything for the Gulf Stream crossing. The wind is brisk, but the boat and our crew are strong. We got underway at about noon, made a stop at the fuel dock, and are now underway toward the Bahamas. We’re heading out to Molasses Reef and the will make the turn towards Bimini. … Continue reading »

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All the way to Key Largo

We made it safely to KeyLargo – a long but smooth journey. Mr. Bob and our crew are in the grocery store stocking up on provisions.

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Aboard Blue Moon

We’re all provisioned and now aboard the boat!

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Fort Pierce

We’ve stopped at the St. Lucie/Ft. Pierce travel plaza on the Florida Turnpike. Some of us are patronizing Earl of Sandwich, “The World’s Greatest Hot Sandwich.” Others hit up Wendy’s. We’re about 3 1/2 hours from our final destination, Key Largo.

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On the road again!

We ate breakfast while rolling. We’ve stopped for a swim at Fanning Springs.

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Morning in Bimini

After a nice breakfast, thanks to Chef Bob, we’re sorting out the boat and testing the dinghy.

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Our food!

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