Jacksonville to Black Creek

Now that we have had our fill of turkey and dressing, buttermilk pie, pecan pie and sweet potatos it is time to take a quick trip to gear up for Christmas.  Meandering Joy is docked at Lamb's Yacht Center in Jacksonville.  We have a covered slip which is great for protection.  Lamb's is run by Peggy Sue and her three daughters.  Peggy Sue grew up at the marina when her father owned it.  It was sold years ago but now back in the hands of the Lamb family.  The service is great here and Peggy Sue and her girls are working on several updated features.  

The marina is on the Ortega River just south of the Roosevelt Blvd bridge.  We will head north under the bridge and under the smaller Ortega River bridge and then go south on the St. John's River. 

We will continue heading south on the St. Johns (upstream--the river flows north) passing Orange Park, Doctors Lake and Switzerland (we will keep an eye out for the Alps)  To the West of Switzerland is Black Creek.  We plan to anchor here Saturday night.  

The green markers indicate the many anchorages from which we may choose to drop the hook.  These pictures are from Active Captain--a great resource for anchorages, local knowledge and marinas.  

As O'Neill Williams says--we have a great unused Saturday to enjoy!  

Joy