So, here we are still in Belize. It was our plan to 'get outa Dodge' long before now, but we've had poor weather, on and off, and no opportunity to move North and on to Mexico and then Florida. At one point, another big blow was due so we moved into Robert's Grove, the marina we were in a couple of years ago when we lost our tranny. The first photos are from there. This time, we didn't inherit a rat...so it was much more pleasant. However, the expected wind didn't materialize, so we probably didn't need to move into the marina...hind sight is 20/20!
Their docks are well built, but a terrible plan in that the supports are on the outside which makes it difficult to come up against the dock and try to place fenders appropriately.
On the resort side, we went out here for drinks a few times. Met some nice tourists there, but boy...WAS IT WINDY!!
After that, we headed out to the Cayes where we finally managed to do some snorkeling. Here's a lobster Ralph found, but they weren't in season....DRAT!!
We also ran aground in an area that, supposedly, was deep enough for us...but NOT!
Snorkeling, here in Belize, has for the most part been disappointing, but much better than some of our first attempts when we were here before.
We saw "Dorry" (sp??) but not Nemo!
We also were told about an old ship's anchor so Ralph went out to have a look.
This is me in my 'tele-tubby' suit...it's good for jelly-fish and also keeps me warmer when the water is cool. It was only 73 degrees then, but is now closer to 90!
Lots of fan coral and that is always beautiful!
A few more shots of the reef life.
We think this is some sort of sponge or ??
We have an anchor alarm program and this is what we wake up to, when it's been very windy. All those are the tracks of where we went over a few days in an anchorage in Belize.
Not a lot of height above the water in these parts. Tidal range is less than 2 feet. You can see why there is so much damage when a hurricane rips through here.
Enroute to Caye Caulker, Northern Belize, we passed 3 cruise ships anchored and ferrying passengers to and from Belize City.
This is Caye Caulker, where we currently are. Nice little town, dirt streets, and currently full of tourists and spring breakers.
We have tentatively decided to head on to Mexico, checking out of here after Easter weekend, supposing the weather holds.
Wish us luck! We have to get well up into Florida by June 1st, for insurance purposes...so fingers crossed!
1 comment:
Dear Ralph and Cheryl,
I'm hoping you still monitor comments on this blog. I'm a family member of the owner (whom you purchased the Fortuitous from when it used to be located in Seattle). I grew up sailing many many hours on the boat and I've been following it over the years and always enjoyed seeing your photos.
I know you sold the boat 2-3 years ago and I'm wondering if you could give me any indication of the new owners so I might continue to track the history of the boat. I'm hoping at some point to be able to see it in person again.
Please feel free to email me at lowermainland18@yahoo.com. Many thanks and best wishes.
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