May 6 - It was kinda chilly when we got up and it's still just 65 after 9 am. We decided to ride our bikes to the Pensacola Hardware store because Josh needed a part and this hardware store has all kinds of things. Yup, it had what he was looking for! We rode around town looking at all the changes since the last time we were here and by the time we got back to the boat it was almost lunch time. It was warming up nicely but still a little windy. We decided to go ahead and take the dinghy down and tour Chico Bayou and have lunch at The Oar House.
Pensacola Yacht Club
Chico Bayou
On our way back to the boat we received a text from Sam and Pat informing us that they received the new sail but because is was so late in the day they will stay another day and head out tomorrow. Yippe!, one more docktail!
May 7 - We were going to take the dinghy over to Pensacola Beach but the weather reporters were predicting that winds were going to build in the afternoon so we decided to bike around instead. Off we went down along the waterfront and decided to ride a little farther this time, going across to the other side of the Pensacola Beach bridge road. I am so glad we did! Just on the other side is the Pensacola Welcome Center and they were having visitor appreciation day and giving free historic bus tours. The tour lasted a little over an hour and we learned more things about the places that we have seen. It even took us to Joe Patti's and gave us free ice cream.
After the tour, Josh and I rode all around downtown Pensacola and stopped at a festival to watch some dancers before heading back to the boat to let Teak out.
When we got back to the marina, Josh and I were so glad we did not go out on the bay because the wave action was not for a small dinghy. Boats were bouncing around even in the marina.
What's for dinner? YUP, we rode our bikes to Joe Patti's to pick up some steamed shrimp. It was still crowded, just like earlier when the tour bus stopped. They employ so many people that even with the big crowd it did not take too long to order, pay and get it steamed.
The Wahoos (local baseball team) were playing and we were told that they put on a fantastic fireworks show after every Saturday home game. We were entertained with some outstanding fireworks! These fireworks make the ones in Kemah look puny. Another great day!
May 8 - My morning routine is to make coffee then take Teak out. As I was carrying her off the boat all I could say was "Oh my god!" Our boat was covered with soot and pieces of paper from the fireworks.
May 7 - We were going to take the dinghy over to Pensacola Beach but the weather reporters were predicting that winds were going to build in the afternoon so we decided to bike around instead. Off we went down along the waterfront and decided to ride a little farther this time, going across to the other side of the Pensacola Beach bridge road. I am so glad we did! Just on the other side is the Pensacola Welcome Center and they were having visitor appreciation day and giving free historic bus tours. The tour lasted a little over an hour and we learned more things about the places that we have seen. It even took us to Joe Patti's and gave us free ice cream.
After the tour, Josh and I rode all around downtown Pensacola and stopped at a festival to watch some dancers before heading back to the boat to let Teak out.
When we got back to the marina, Josh and I were so glad we did not go out on the bay because the wave action was not for a small dinghy. Boats were bouncing around even in the marina.
What's for dinner? YUP, we rode our bikes to Joe Patti's to pick up some steamed shrimp. It was still crowded, just like earlier when the tour bus stopped. They employ so many people that even with the big crowd it did not take too long to order, pay and get it steamed.
The Wahoos (local baseball team) were playing and we were told that they put on a fantastic fireworks show after every Saturday home game. We were entertained with some outstanding fireworks! These fireworks make the ones in Kemah look puny. Another great day!
May 8 - My morning routine is to make coffee then take Teak out. As I was carrying her off the boat all I could say was "Oh my god!" Our boat was covered with soot and pieces of paper from the fireworks.
People who keep boats at this marina and know about the fireworks leftovers come down early in the morning just to wash the remnants off before it sticks. People who do not know about this or can not come and wash it off are not happy campers! Not a good thing especially if you want to leave your boat here.
After washing all the crap off our boat we decided to just go for it and take the dinghy to Pensacola Beach. We need to be back by noon because the wind was predicted to pick up again. Out we went at 9:00 AM, flying across Pensacola Bay over to Pensacola Beach. With this new engine, we can really go!
Two boats anchored in the lagoon! We may try this during the week.
After we left the lagoon we headed along the beach to Fort Pickens before heading back to the marina. It was a quick trip and yes, the wind was starting to pick up and we bounced our way back.
For Mother's Day I told Josh that I wanted to have a spiked milkshake at the Tin Cow. I heard they were really good. I picked the "Palafox Bushwhacker" and yes - it was great! I also had another 1/2 pound burger and felt stuffed for the rest of the day.
The people here at the Palafox Marina are very friendly and willing to help in any way. Boaters stop by and introduce themselves and we have received some very good local knowledge. This marina has always been one of our favorites! Except for the fireworks residue!!!!!!! LOL! They just need big fans when the wind is blowing in the direction of the marina.......
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