Faver-Dykes SP (Oct 24-Nov 1)

It was a much easier trip this morning with only 90 miles to travel. We have noticed an increase in humidity and temp. We've gotten set up in this new to us campground. It is very typical Florida, with packed sand sites. We will be here for eight nites.
Thursday - We launched the kayaks at the boat ramp here in the park. It was high tide, so we didn't want to go towards the flats and have to paddle back against the current, so we went upstream and started fishing about 1/2 mile up. We could see some schools of bait, which was encouraging. John caught the only fish, which was a fairly nice channel catfish. It put up a good fight. We are watching the storm and have gotten a few bands, but should only be a rain/wind event here.
Friday - We had a great time visiting Trackrock friends, Chris & Sara, over in Walaka, which is on the other side of the St. John's River from Palaka. They stay in a park their in their 5th wheel. They were unable to come to Trackrock this summer because of health issues. It is about 35 miles to their place from Faver-Dykes. It was a little windy and there were a few branches down when we returned, but we were not too concerned about Hurricane Sandy. However, when we were almost ready for bed, the park ranger came to our campsite and told us that we needed to evacuate. We decided to head inland back to Palaka and stay at the Wal-mart there. The weather was quieter there than the people. Camp Wal-mart will not be at the top of our list for a return.
Saturday - We decided to return to Zephyrhills, and drove the 125 miles back.