After visiting the Castillo de San Marcos Fort we casted off at almost
slack tide (high) with light wind out of the SE (not eventful) att
11:15. Waited for the Bridge of Lions to open at 11:30 and we were on
our way to Jacksonville. 14:10 hrs Hailed by the U.S. Border Patrol and
Immigration patrol boat 5 guys (two deputy sheriffs and three federal
guys) all smiling and very friendly. Our first check since leaving
Minn. Weather becoming overcast, wind out of the SE @ 12-15kts, slow
speed due to tide going out 4.3 kts with both jib and main up. 1530
hrs. Storm clouds to the NW. Tide ebbing 5.5 to 6 kts.with main and
jib and SE Winds. 1700 Passed Jacksonville Beach Bridge. Took down the
sails as storm approached quickly. Dark clouds and forecast for high
winds severe lightning and thunder. Decided to head back to the Marina
just after the bridge. On the way there got hit by the front as we were
coming in, tied up to the fuel dock to wait out the storm. Glad to be
there with strong winds, thunder and lightning and hard rain last for
about an hour. More forecasted so decided to stay here tonight.
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