Dolphin and Manitee Spotting Day

In the morning, we said our goodbyes to Derrick and his guests.

 

He took this great photo of us when we were leaving.

 

We traveled about 20 miles south and anchored outside the OV on Windley Key.



Our boat is the third from the right.

 

The located provided great protection from the waves since the winds are 20 mph from the east.  

While I was making lunch we saw three dolphins playing off our starboard side.  I told Corp they were welcoming us when one jumped out of the water.  Again, I couldn't get the camera fast enough.

We threw the bikes in the dinghy and explored south of the Oceanview Bar most of the day.   I estimate we biked about 15 miles.

We stopped at the OV for a drink and photo opportunity with the fish chair.

I love the crab pot Christmas trees they display here.

Stopped at a beach location for a rest.

 

Also, stopped at a neighborhood park and found this orchid growing out of a palm tree.

 

We went to Loreleis for dinner/drinks and to see the Michael Trix show.  Corp tried alligator for the first time.  His description... it tasted like chewy chicken.  LOL

Corps took a short video clip of the band playing when the sun was setting.

We saw the Michael Trix magic show last year and it’s pretty good.  We had a front row table this time and his show was great again!

 

While we were waiting we saw three manatees come up the channel.  I am always amazed how large and graceful they are.

We rode our bikes back and dinghied out to the boat in the dark which went pretty well for the first time.

Tomorrow our liveaboard life will take us 20 miles further south to Marathon and Boot Key Harbor.  My favorite place for key lime pie!