Monday 12/3 – Monday 12/10
An early departure from Cayo Costa gives us the benefit of calm seas as we head for our next destination to Fort Myers. Approaching Pine Island Sound, our passage takes us by well known Captiva and Sanibel Island followed by the so called “Miserable Mile” , the crossing of San Carlos Bay leading to the beginning of the Caloosahatchee River and the marking of Mile 0 of the Western Florida ICW. Although our crossing is favorable, it was not without distress from the inconsiderate large craft waking us at way-too-fast speeds. Hailing them by VHF radio was often to no avail, however Royce's frantic waving and picture taking of the approaching craft seem to be the best solution. Our ten mile passage up the Caloosahatchee River leads to Fort Myers and brings us to Legacy Harbour Marina, our “without a doubt” best marina we have ever had the pleasure to stay. It's impressive amenities include a boater's lounge (complete with kitchenette, dining table, couches, tv, computer, phone, patio and bathroom), well maintained air conditioned showers, floating docks(a rarity here), pumpouts at each slip, cable tv, internet, swimming pool, laundromat, gated car parking and friendly helpful staff. It is also within easy walking distance to a Publix supermarket and the downtown business district. Our week stay is enhanced by our friends Mike and Cathy(Xplorer) and other loopers who have picked this marina to winter here or stay while away for the holidays. Our arrival here marks the end of our cruise on the Western Florida coast so with the generosity of Mike and Cathy, we drive back to Tarpon Springs to retrieve our truck and trailer with their rental car. With our trailer empty, we take the opportunity to buy a new set of upgraded trailer tires. During the week, we enjoy the amenities of the marina, explore the surrounding area by truck and do some work on Puffin.


Way-Too-Fast

Naples Beach

Mike Beach Walking

Cathy Beach Walking