Today was decreed a day off; no moving the boat northward. We're in a nice spot, it has been a beautiful day, and there were things to do. So, laundry, lunch and explore some of Carrot Island, which is part of the Rachel Carson research center. Actually , we were looking for some of the Shackleford horses that live here. We ended up picking up trash; first, a floating plastic bag, then used that to police cans & bottles in the park area we walked thru. Filled it up in a blink! I used to be employed by the USFS in Montana ( way back, Chuckie, early 60's). Our rainy day work was to cruise National Parks in the area and police trash. I was appalled, as much then as I am now, by American's absolute lack of respect for the environment and the gorgeous country that we are blessed with. Even with all the "Green" noise we live with, some of us just can't seem to understand
"Nuff of the sermonizing. we dinked the trash back to town and headed for Scooter
; felt good to get home. Then, 'lo & behold, we looked out the windows & what did we see. Yup; a Shackleford horse, mare, in this case. Chuckie, I just know, OK! Tales of the origin abound, so I guess it really doesn't matter for this blog. Suffice it to say that they are small, a bit scrawny, nasty when approached, and live here. Continuing in t
he wildlife vein, we saw American Ibis, tri-colored heron, and sea skimmers as well. There is, however, one critter that continues to elude me; has for the whole trip. I have tried to get a picture of a bottle nosed dolphin; porpoise in most of our thinking (like piper cub fits all small airplanes). Its like shooting pool in a dark room; you know its there, but not quite where. Tonight I came closer than usual, so I'll post the pic, and keep trying.
; felt good to get home. Then, 'lo & behold, we looked out the windows & what did we see. Yup; a Shackleford horse, mare, in this case. Chuckie, I just know, OK! Tales of the origin abound, so I guess it really doesn't matter for this blog. Suffice it to say that they are small, a bit scrawny, nasty when approached, and live here. Continuing in t
he wildlife vein, we saw American Ibis, tri-colored heron, and sea skimmers as well. There is, however, one critter that continues to elude me; has for the whole trip. I have tried to get a picture of a bottle nosed dolphin; porpoise in most of our thinking (like piper cub fits all small airplanes). Its like shooting pool in a dark room; you know its there, but not quite where. Tonight I came closer than usual, so I'll post the pic, and keep trying.Weather looks like it may deteriorate starting tomorrow; wind, rain & frontal activity. The plan was to head for New Bern, NC via Oriental & The Neuse River. So, we'll keep an eye
on it and press on as far as safety and common sense will allow. Naturally, we will keep you updated as we go along. Be cool, be safe, and remember the following saying: " Red touches black, a friend of Jack; red touches yellow, could kill a fellow" . That would be the mystery quote.
on it and press on as far as safety and common sense will allow. Naturally, we will keep you updated as we go along. Be cool, be safe, and remember the following saying: " Red touches black, a friend of Jack; red touches yellow, could kill a fellow" . That would be the mystery quote. Later, all
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