Friday, October 9, 2009

The Bone Yard


I took the day off today to head north along the Intracoastal Waterway to another deserted barrier island along the coast. This island is approximately 3 miles long by 1 mile wide.

There is a beach that has undergone erosion to create what is called the "Boneyard" where skeletal tree trunks are reminders of how ephemeral life on a barrier island can be. There is a thick maritime forest with some trails through the island, but I suspect that the "state bird" (=mosquito) will prevent much hiking this weekend. Maybe when winter comes I'll do the trails.

I've been wanting to go to this spot for some time. I'll put up the jib and see if that will help propel me along as we make the 12 mile run to the island. The weather is supposed to be good so I will spend time photographing this interesting place.

It's nice to venture outside our normal "comfort zone" of the usual anchorage. I have to remind myself that a change of scenery is good and that there are new adventures to be had right in my own backyard.

I may be able to check on some blogs with my IPhone. But it's more likely that I'll let technology take a rest this weekend. Enjoy your Friday.

15 comments:

  1. wow, beautiful... it looks so serene!

    sail well and enjoy!

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  2. Enjoy the simple, quiet weekend ahead. There is so much incredible beauty in this world.

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  3. Yes, leave the technology behind and enjoy mother nature. Always a recipe for a great weekend! Enjoy!

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  4. I wouldn't want to miss a second of this beauty. Letting technology take a rest this weekend sounds like a great idea.

    PG

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  5. well my travels will not be as beautiful to see, but i will be going to the gym!!! fresh out of quarantine!! woo-hoo

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  6. You are so blessed to live near such beauty! I can't wait to see pictures!!!

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  7. take time for you Syd, ENJOY.. Have a great relaxinf , fun weekend.. HUGS

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  8. I confess envy right now! You live in the most beautiful place AND you have an iPhone :)

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  9. It sounds like a wonderful weekend you have planned. I look forward to seeing your pictures.

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  10. A day in the life of....SYD! And I love reading all about your venturing.

    PEACE!

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  11. That sounds like a perfect weekend to me! Have fun. Love the picture. Awesome! jeNN

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  12. Enjoy you long weekend Syd. I have a long weekend too, Thanksgiving day Monday in Canada.

    Oh yes, a change of scenery is good, and new adventures are great. I also booked flights to Texas for 2 weeks in December today, for a winter getaway, and will take full advantage of that!

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  13. A change of scenery certainly is good for you. Have a lovely, relaxing weekend.

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