We had departed GT at 1630 on a forecasted E to SE breeze, light and variable but with a GRIB outlook of overnight 8-12 so off we went. At around 2200' the wind indeed did not disappoint us and we enjoyed a close reach...winds at about 60deg off the bow....for 4-5 hours before it got light and squirrelly once again. On came the engine and we eased our way forward so as to arrive after sunrise. Once again there was no rush for us so we took our time, short watches for both of us.
Sunrise over Cat Island.
Anchor down at 0830 and a short nap before we enjoy the rest of the day with reading and puttering on the boat. Had a terrific hike in the afternoon up to the highest point in the Bahamas...Como Hill.
This is also the location of The Hermitage which was the retirement desire of Father Jerome. More on this incredible person and his impact on the islands of the Bahamas in the next post.
Today is Tuesday and we will pick up anchor to move 4 miles SE of our present location. Likely to be less than an hour sail in perfect trades from the east. Hope to enjoy dinner ashore tonight at a place called Rolleezzz Resort. Carl Rollee is well known for his warm friendly smile and amazing Bahamian hospitality.
Hey Ernie
ReplyDeleteCat is my favorite island. Check out fernandez bay Nice anchorage, great people at the resort and fun happy hour every night. You can eat there too, food is excellent.
Up in the north end is Shannas cove, Frank and Gabbi are great people, really good pizza there. they have some great hiking trails around the north end of the island you can explore. There is a cool restaurant called Da Smoke pot, really good food and they usually play rake and scrape. Fun times
Wish I was there now!
have fun!