Winter in Florida

 

Winters in Florida are wonderful, all because of the weather.

The photo above was taken at sunrise in January.

On this morning, I needed nothing more than a light sweatshirt to keep me warm.

Watching the sun rise anywhere is special, but it's so much more pleasant without freezing hands and cold feet.

My heart will always be in New York, especially Long Island, but it's nice to get away from the snow, ice and freezing cold. 

 

Davis Park Marina

Davis Park Marina, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.

The marina in September when the crowds are gone....

We've spent the last two weeks on Fire Island in the community of Davis Park.

There are no crowds and the weather is still good. It's not swimming weather, but it's wonderful for walks on the beach and watching the bay and wildlife.

You can still sleep with windows open, for that cool ocean breeze and for the sound of the ocean waves.

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Watch Hill Marina, Fire Island

Watch Hill Marina, originally uploaded by Alida's Photos.

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One of the favorite marinas to dock a boat for a few days, is Watch Hill, just east of Davis Park.

It also has camping sites. (You may need reservations!)

It has many conviences for docking overnight: showers, a picnic area with grills, a dog-run, a restaurant and snack bar, not to mention the Atlantic Ocean beach and extensive walking trails through the marshes. 

Click here for more information.

Just beautiful!

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Take a ride on the river.....