Marathon, FL 24º42.366N | 81º5.669W
And finally, as we wait out another blow this week, here's a video showing why you should never anchor near a shallow draft boat. Notice the other boats steadily pointing into the wind while he's flying all over the place.
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| A 'conch' (as Keys locals are called). |
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| Not Conchs yet. |
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| Seen in the ladies' room at a local bar. |
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| Get it? Ugh. |
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| Exhibit from the American History Museum. |
And finally, as we wait out another blow this week, here's a video showing why you should never anchor near a shallow draft boat. Notice the other boats steadily pointing into the wind while he's flying all over the place.
A 'sailing' powerboat in a 20+ knot blow.
Wow, what a great demonstration video - and I would think it would be VERY uncomfortable on board!
ReplyDeleteI think so, too, Beverly, but the couple has been onboard through all of these blows, including today's in the mid-20s. I think I'd get seasick!
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