October 24, Day 133 - At Joe Wheeler State Park

We woke up this morning to very chilly temps …. so back on came the heat. It was also very cloudy and breezy, not really what the weather forecast had called for. We had a nice leisurely breakfast on the boat, then did a few chores. Gerry fixed the 3rd bike so it’s running okay and Linda did a couple of loads of laundry on the boat. Because it was so chilly, she decided to make a big pot of chili. We had some for lunch and the rest went in the freezer for quick meals later on.

After lunch the sun finally came out and we took a nice long walk through the woods and along the water. So as not to waste the good weather, we also took the dinghy down and went for a ride to check out the fall colors.

At around 4:30 we went to an all-you-can-eat shrimp party on the dock next to us. Jimmy on Riff Raff had just finished the loop and was throwing a celebration party. Seems his wife worked and financed the trip and he had several friends join him all along the way so he always had crew. His wife joined him today to “officially” finish the loop.

Back at the boat we watched a little TV, and then Dan and Biddi dropped by for a bit and we shared stories. After that it was off to bed. The forecast for tonight is possible frost, but tomorrow is supposed to a nice sunny Sunday.

On our walk, we went by the cabins. They are very nice .... wouldn't mind winning a 2-night stay in one of these (like we did at Green Turtle Bay)

A picture of the lake and lodge

Front of the lodge

Some of the color that is starting to appear

Trees along the lake while out for a dinghy ride