I’m looking for some tips on sailing in Pine Island Sound on the Gulf Coast in Florida.

I just bought a Nacra 6.0 and my family & I are staying in North Captiva Island for a week in April. I’m not familiar with the area and am looking for a launching point to sail to the island and places to take the family to. I have a dock on the island, so keeping it on the island isn’t the problem (I hope).

I wasn’t encouraged when the ferry service told me that they don’t see many sailboats because the water is too shallow. They recommended Pineland Marina, however, I was told there was a narrow rock lined channel (Yuk!)

I’m getting nautical charts. However, should I even bring my boat? With 3" of snow on the ground in the Philly area, I want to find a way!!! Is there a Hobie Fleet in the area? I’d appreciate any feedback or tips.

Bill