Moser Channel under US1/Seven-Mile BridgeLast night we made the decision to head the shorter distance to Marathon (Vaca/Boot Key) instead of the long haul to Key West, due to yesterday's maintenance issues.
With Cape Sable disappearing from view to the east (the southern end of the Florida mainland), the Star dodged frequent crab pot lines across the shallow Florida Bay. Be aware that these lines are all along Florida's West Coast, but more so in Florida Bay.
Two miles west of Marathon, is the Moser Channel. It runs under the 7-mile bridge (65' vertical clearance) and is one of the few places where you can cross from the Gulf side to the Atlantic side of the Keys with a masted vessel. Under we go, swing east to moor in the narrow and very crowded Boot Key Harbor off Marathon. Cocktails at sunset while neighbors blow conch shells. We plan to remain here for a few days.
With Cape Sable disappearing from view to the east (the southern end of the Florida mainland), the Star dodged frequent crab pot lines across the shallow Florida Bay. Be aware that these lines are all along Florida's West Coast, but more so in Florida Bay.
Two miles west of Marathon, is the Moser Channel. It runs under the 7-mile bridge (65' vertical clearance) and is one of the few places where you can cross from the Gulf side to the Atlantic side of the Keys with a masted vessel. Under we go, swing east to moor in the narrow and very crowded Boot Key Harbor off Marathon. Cocktails at sunset while neighbors blow conch shells. We plan to remain here for a few days.
