Monday came with no destination determined. What we were sure of was that we wanted to get away from those man eating insects so off we went. While we were travelling north along the coast we decided that maybe we should check out the Rod and Gun Club in Everglades City (http://www.evergladesrodandgun.com/). Pam was able to get the above video of the dolphins playing in our wake while on our way in to Everglades City. (Apparently I need to figure out the video posting)
The R & G Club is a neat old place a bit past it's prime but still with a lot of character. Bring cash or a check cause plastic ain't accepted. A lot of dark wood on the inside that takes you back to the time of cigar smoking, bourbon drinking, and story telling while sitting at the bar.
Since we were here we decided to dine on the screened in porch. Dinner was good although they were out of several items on the menu. This was of little concern to the staff who overall had a very laid back attitude about work in general. So laid back that I believe we could have stayed here without paying and been totally unoticed!
Besides tourism one of the main industries in Everglades City is crabbing. If you've ever been in a boat along the west coast of Florida you've had to dodge a crab pot or two! All of the boats go right past the Club so don't be surprised when at 3:45am you feel your boat rock. It's just the boys going to work. (Addam, pay attention to the name on the boat!)
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