There have been several things that we've come across or observed that we found interesting. This entry is about some of the sights we've seen and captured on film (or not) along the way.

Wildlife:
Dolphins - I believe I mentioned about the dolphins we've seen. In fact as we continue our travels the dolphins are all over the place. They will surface in front of your boat, off to the side and a few days ago two of them were swimming along our stern. They are fascinating to see, no matter how many times you spot them. Unfortunately we've yet to snap a picture of them. They are so quick that before you can blink they're gone.

Cormorants - It's not uncommon to see a black bird perched on markers along the ICW, its wings spread as if waiting for a big hug. This bird is the cormorant, a sea bird found on fresh and saltwater. The reason they sit with their wings outstretched is they do not have well-developed oil glands, so its feathers are not waterproofed well. As a result, it spends significant time drying its feathers by holding its wings out in the sun. We passed one today on a marker after a bridge, and before I realized he/she was there we were too far away for a good picture. I be on the lookout so I can post one before we end the trip.

Bald Eagle - during the hour that Tom was below installing the new alternator, way back when, and I was at the helm being towed by Nugget, we spotted a bald eagle perched on the top of a pine tree. Even from a distance (to far to snap a picture) this bird was magnificent in stature and a thrill to see in the wild.

Transients/Cruisers - As you travel the ICW, boats that have jerry jugs of fuel and water, dinghy's on the back, solar panels, wind bugger, etc. are labeled as transients. If you pull into a marina you are often placed at the farthest point from the office or facilities along with other transients/cruisers. However, these groups of boaters are always willing to help, offer assistance, include you in their festivities and are a wealth of knowledge on all sorts of things. Case in point, we no sooner had pulled into one spot when a lovely woman came to our boat to invite us to a cruisers party. She didn't know us, or we her, but we instantly were welcomed and included. We have met wonderful people on this trip, and made new friends that we will continue to see

Live a boards - Check out some pictures of the "live a boards" we have encountered, most recently at Titusville.