Seven Mile Bridge from Marathon (Vaca Key) to Bahia Honda Key. Sunrise at Key West NAS, Boca Chica Marina.
Yesterday, the wind dropped, so we departed Marathon and headed to Boca Chica Key. The Star is spending 5 days at the Key West Naval Air Station Marina. Not enough water is passing through the generator, so we need to be hooked up to shore power while performing the required maintenance. In addition, the old reefer compressor is giving out, so we are working on ordering a new one.
Jenny's Dad was stationed at Key West in the early 1950s. The airfield is larger and a few more buildings litter the landscape now. With the clear water, we are watching large tarpon, needlefish, and other sealife from the dock.
Taking advantage of the dockside power, Jenny is sewing jib sheet bags and a cover (including an Eisenglass window) for the cockpit navigation monitor. Happy Hour at the Navigator's Grill is Bobby's hangout for $1 beers. Oh yes, it's still sunny and warm everyday!
Captain Ron is stopping over here also!
