Day 2 was a long run down Gulf Intracoastal Waterway, GIWW, and after seeing mostly brown water, low grass and flat lands, we can see why it got the nickname “the ditch.” But it’s teeming with wildlife, especially herons and other beautiful birds so we had company along the way.
Matt piloting Kaleo in a long straight line
The cruising guides rumor of alligators and we’re really hoping to see one, but no luck yet. Taylor Outfall Bayou, our anchorage for the night, came along quickly enough and setting the anchor went well. The rest of the evening was spent soaking up a spectacular sunset from our secluded little anchorage, cooking a butternut squash, carrot and celery cinnamon butter stir fry. We wrapped up the day with a fierce mosquito battle and despite our initial wounds, we’re thankful for our new bug screens to keep us protected from the swarming marsh.
N 29° 49.87/ W 93° 53.49
Sunset at Taylor Outfall Bayou
Am enjoying reading your blog. Was referred here by the Sittons’. Love this beautiful looking stirfry. I see it is carrots, celery and What else? Butternut squash? How did you season it? I think my family would love this! Will follow your adventure!!
Hey Susan. The Sittons’ have been a Godsend and we’re so fortunate to have met them as we started this adventure. They are a wealth of knowledge and are gracious enough to generously share it. Thanks for the note and compliment on our little stirfry. I basically just threw in cinnamon, butter, and a little olive oil and tossed it all around.