Here is the Sanibel bridge where the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway ends....
On to Marco Island...one of the
condo's in the entrance. We
anchored in Factory Bay for the night and enjoyed a beautiful sunset.
The next day it was on to Goodland---about 10 miles up the Marco River. It was shallow so we went up on the incoming tide but unfortuntely, the wind was against us. But all ends well, after only stirring up a little mud, we arrived in Goodland. 
This is a real houseboat on the end of our dock. We were greeted by a group of dolphins but the pictures don't do the justice. But you can see the nice view we have from the cockpit....
This is a real houseboat on the end of our dock. We were greeted by a group of dolphins but the pictures don't do the justice. But you can see the nice view we have from the cockpit....
There was a lovely walkway from the marina in to the ship's store and laundry/showers through the mangroves shown here.
Going in to Goodland, we were going to find out what this town was known for....There are about 500 people, 3 bar/restaurants ( or maybe restaurant/bars) 1 gift shop, one fresh fish store, 4 streets, and a couple of motel/lodging places. Also one Baptist Church but we were told they don't turn anyone away.
We ate at the Little Bar and had a great grouper sandwich with sweet potatoe fries on the porch. They have a couple of outdoor dining areas too along with inside dining. We decided that Goodland should be known for the funky art work some of which are shown here.
We are spending a couple days here because of the HIGH winds. It seems weird to take a walk, read a book in the afternoon, and even take a nap ! Tomorrow, maybe to Everglades City.
