We Have Arrived in Stuart, FL !

We are now in Stuart, FL and having an extended vacation at the Loggerhead Yacht Club and Marina.  It is fantastic. It has a heated pool, jacuzzi, weight room and three restaurants on site, and it within walking distance to grocery and department stores. The weather is typically winter here, with highs around 70 and lows around 40. Perfect Iowa spring weather!  Sorry, folks.  This is what we have been working for. The following photos show the marina and other cool things we have seen since we've arrived.

The trip from Ft. Pierce was another great run with speed up to 7-8 kts.  The trip up St. Lucie River was against the tide, but we still made 4-5 kts.  The river by the marina is wide and deep enough to do some sailing as well. It was sunny but cool with another cold front that passed through. It was 28 degrees in Stuart last night.

We've seen more manatees, and surprisingly, jelly fish in the harbor.  We will be attending the local marina's Christmas party on Thursday. Should be a great time to meet new people who are also on extended vacations!

Thanks to all who have followed this blog, and we will have more to come as we explore Southern Florida.

Melbourne Harbor

Traffic jam on the ICW

Walkway to Yacht Club from dock

Coconut Palms everywhere 

Heated swimming pool & jacuzzi

Jellyfish in the Harbor