We’re writing this post from a beautiful oxbow anchorage on the Mermentau River, just off the ICW. Despite the lack of sailing today, it was actually a great day with gorgeous weather and light traffic. It felt like we had the entire waterway to ourselves. We went through our first lock (Calcasieu) and a few pontoon bridges, that you have to call ahead of time to open up for you and listen for the all clear whistle (one long, one short). We’ve been using the auto pilot, now named R2-D2 for its funny beeps and blips, and just keeping an eye out for alligators (still no luck). In between bridges and passing tugs, we read, played Uno and enjoyed each other’s company.
Calcasieu Lock
So far, the pattern seems to be motor sail by day, anchor at night, get up early and repeat to gain the most miles we can under the daylight we’re given. We’ll keep it up till we get to past New Orleans and into Mississippi Sound.
Enjoying a peaceful anchorage
N 29° 58.71/ W 98° 42.04
