At 0720cst, Dan and Old Geezer passed green marker 27 on their way toward the bridge at the mouth of the Gulf County canal. Winds were 5-7, with flat seas, except, for a touch of wind chop. A pair of outbound shrimpers met him as the three ships started their day.
 
Dan had just checked out of St. Joe Marina, and recapped the excellent staff, service, and facility. Having a newspaper, tide, and weather report brought to your dockstep each day is the icing on an excellent cake. Throw in excellent food (Dockside Cafe) , hospitality that includes locals, among them the Commodore of the Yacht Club coming by to introduce themselves, and you've got a fine, fine combination.
 
We'll track the Expeditionary Force's progress through the day, and might just kayak out to greet him. —Steve Haines