West Across the Gulf Stream
26 August 2008 | Coconut Grove, FL
Jeff
We successfully crossed the Gulf Stream between Cat Cay and Cape Florida. Due to squalls moving through the area the crossing was a bit more rough that our initial crossing. In the image included, Anne is at the helm while I work to reduce sail before the squall in the background catches C'est la Vie.
We departed Georgetown Exuma after lunch on the 20th and now are safely anchored off Coconut Grove, FL. The Bahamas feel a bit smaller knowing we covered in six days what it took us two months to cover going south. I guess it helps to have the trade winds at on the stern.
We now plan to spend a few days in Miami visiting friends, reprovisioning, and watching the tropical forecasts. We are yet unsure if we are going south to the Keys or north to the St Lucie. I think the track of Gustav and Hanna will make that decision for us.