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An Evening at "The Point"


_Keith

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My wife and I joined my in-laws at Cypremort Point last night, known to locals as "The Point." It is this little jaunt of land (mostly relcaimed from surrounding marshes) out into Vermillion Bay. It is built up of mostly sediments dredged from the bay/canals, limestone, and countless generations of Oyster shells. It is quite a tough environment plants wise, yet I witnessed mature Sabals, W. robusta, CIDP, and at least two Canaries. Most amazing is that this place took a good whipping in Hurricane Lili 6 years ago and Rita 3 years ago. These palms would have spent several days with rootballs under 2 to 6 feet of salt water at that time. Yet, they all look quite healthy and not worse for the wear. Although Sabals are known for their salt tolerance, and I witnessed Phoenix ability to bounce back in New Orleans after Katrina, I was shocked that the big W. robusta were thriving. I would have thought they would have been goners.

Any way, here a few photos to show the mood of the evening, which was very abnormally tranquil for this time of year.

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In my post I sometimes express "my" opinion. Warning, it may differ from "your" opinion. If so, please do not feel insulted, just state your own if you wish. Any data in this post is provided 'as is' and in no event shall I be liable for any damages, including, without limitation, damages resulting from accuracy or lack thereof, insult, or any other damages

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In my post I sometimes express "my" opinion. Warning, it may differ from "your" opinion. If so, please do not feel insulted, just state your own if you wish. Any data in this post is provided 'as is' and in no event shall I be liable for any damages, including, without limitation, damages resulting from accuracy or lack thereof, insult, or any other damages

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That looks like a great spot Keith.

dk

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Keith,Look's like a great spot.In Louisiana,I have ventured down 23 to Venice and that is where I recall a well-established Citrus area.That was before the 1989 freeze and I do not know if they have replanted.I have also been South of Houma,and took some Boating Trips out in the Bayou with a group and our wives.I have always wanted to get to the Western Louisiana area,which I have driven through but never had time to spend.I understand that is real Cajun Country with the best food in the world.Thank you for the shots!

What you look for is what is looking

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i see i'm not the only one who prefers "code blue"... :lol:

the "prince of snarkness."

 

still "warning-free."

 

san diego,california,left coast.

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Keith,

Great photos of what looks like a really cozy spot.

Ray

Tampa, Interbay Peninsula, Florida, USA

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Bokeelia, Pine Island, Florida, USA

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