Yesterday we walked south from the marina and, after a short distance, came upon a lovely nature trail. It was a beautiful walk and very well done, with numerous informative plaques. We especially got a kick out of the one identifying the Gum Elemi aka Gumbo Limbo aka Tourist Tree. It is called a tourist tree because the smooth red bark resembles the skin of tourists who have spent too much time in the sun. 
Entrance to nature trail
Gum Elemi aka Gumbo Limbo aka Tourist Tree
Canopy of casuarina trees
Today we again walked south from the marina and passed under a beautiful canopy of whispering casuarina trees. We continued past the nature trail and found the Shark Lab. They give tours there but that will have to wait for another visit. There is a good chance we will be crossing to Florida tomorrow. We have been preparing to leave and will do a final check of the weather tomorrow before we go. Our biggest concern is the sea state. Due to the shoaling at the entrance we will leave during high tide in the morning. We will anchor somewhere for a few hours before we set out for Fort Pierce so that we can arrive during daylight hours.
Entrance to nature trail
Gum Elemi aka Gumbo Limbo aka Tourist Tree
Canopy of casuarina trees
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