From G.T. Cay, we pulled anchor and headed for Hope Town. The big anxiety creator for this leg was the passage through Whale Cay. It is known for its big swells, unpredictable current, and the often hidden breakers that have been the demise of many a boater. The advice of the experienced has said to go through the inlet at a slack or flood tide.
Whale Cay Cut 
The breakers can be deadly to the uninformed boater. 
This squall was over Hope Town, but was long gone before we arrived.
With the weather in our favor, we went for it. Thankfully, the passage was boring and uneventful. The rest of our day was fairly quiet, except for a couple of big cruisers that seemed to be competing on who could throw the biggest wake at those of us who are puttering quietly along. They must have been escapees from Miami.
The entry to Hope Town–the common sight through the Abacos 
The famous Hope Town Lighthouse–still active, kerosene fuel and over a 1,000 mirrors provide guidance for the sailor.
We made it to Hope Town Marina midafternoon and settled into our slip. With Steve and Susie, we ate dinner at the outdoor restaurant servicing the marina. It was a nice evening outside and Charlese (prefers to be called ‘shar’) served us well and got us acclimated to the local things to do and places to see.
Tomorrow, Luke, Lauren, Lane and Haynes will arrive to spend the week with us here, for their Spring break.