Before heading out of Manatee Pocket we took on 95 gallons of diesel at Mariner Cay Marina. Their advertised price was $2.85/gallon. How then did we end up paying $2.99/gallon? Sales tax; it wasn't included. I can't say I'm a fan of the trend, most notable in airlines, to bait-and-switch prices. "Yes sir, that flight to Rome is only $100 but would you like the $300 upgrade that includes a pilot, a pressurized cabin, oxygen and heat?" Caveat emptor.
In today's picture Bicki is keeping the St. Lucie lock at bay.
Tonight we find ourselves moored between two huge Port Mayaca Lock dolphins on the east side of Lake Okeechobee. We made 35nm today bring the trip total to 286nm. DBH.
