Fort George Anchorage to Fernandina Harbor Marina

Kingsley Plantation National Park, Anchorage

Did a few boatkeeping things this morning and then off heading to Fernandina Beach and the MTOA Rendezvous. Sunny, a bit humid and mid 70’s this morning. No-see-ums were a bit of a nuisance last night and they were back this morning and after we landed at the marina they still persist. We purchased some special NoKnat spray and it seems to work quite well. I was reminded of the substantial tidal flow here on the southeast coast, Fernandina has a semidiurnal tide of 5.9 feet, up and down twice daily it creates quite a current that can move the boat quickly when docking.

The topography here is very flat and with a 6 foot tidal range there are miles and miles of marsh and some mud flats as well. Quite pretty but different from the other areas of Florida.

Marsh Grass and Beach Buildings

The marina is quite full of trawlers of every size, I think it will be a fine gathering. We met our mentors Pat and Joe and had docktails with them on their boat Glory Days. 

Trawlers at the Fernandina Harbor Marina

Sunset over the Intracoastal