We have arrived in Key West

Preparing For Key West

We are packed and ready for the next leg of our adventure. Key West awaits! There was one small problem this morning. The Hertz Rental facility closed in May! Fortunately they were able to make arrangements this morning at two other facilities. Unfortunately this sets us back a couple hours on our departure. Everyone is just chilling here at base enjoying the island breeze.
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Luau

Wow, what a week. We arrived back at base late this morning. After showers, A/C, and relaxing, a Luai was held in our honor. We started at 7pm with Peloponnesian Tug of War, Limbo, and Cuban Chair Game. The Luai consisted of magots, Mahi Mahi, Dolphin, Voccocoon, Key Deer Quarters, and Keylime pie. Afterwards, the closing ceremony skits from the different crews.

Poison wood tree

Forgot to mention the day of the night snorkeling we also took a walk around the island to learn about the plantlife and how they use the salt water to grow. We forgot to mention the day of the night snorkeling we also took a walk around the island to learn about the plantlife and how they use the salt water to grow. We saw a poison wood tree, you can be affected by touching any part of it, standing under it when raining, or burning it. We also tasted a plant that reminded us of a salty pickle.

The afternoon was ours to relax a little. In the evening we canoed back to do night snorkeling. While it was fun the water was not clear. After we hung out in the canoes for a gorgeous view of the stars. They have a lot more here at Seabase.

Boy Scout Survival Island Day Three

Our first adventure of the day was fishing from boats by Look Key. While we were hoping to do Deep Sea fishing, the water was too rough to go so far out in the size of the boats.

Our island mate Justin can be seen in the background helping the scouts .

Dom is Done

The fearless leader of the Bilge Rats is out. His outstanding effort was obviously exhausting.
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