Hang on to What We've Got

With reservations in place in-state, the Carolinas, and ultimately Vermont, I hit the road early February to push my way out of Florida before the March mania begins. Florida has felt quite busy these past few years, but it's over the top now as the year-round and seasonal population has simply exploded.  Too many people and far, far too many cars, so hence my decision to push out before March, the busiest winter month of all. 

I'm thinking this is the last hurrah, so my first stop is Sebastian, a place I've felt at home these past few years.  It's also just a 2.5 hour drive to test out the Element, which remains questionable.  I've spots on both the inlet and the mainland, and I'm really looking forward to a few weeks of the outdoor life.  

There was an interesting mix of people camping from throughout the US and Canada -- newbies and veterans, young and old, outdoorsy types and those seeking a cheap bed. The inlet is pretty well developed now and the traffic on A1A is an all day event. In town, the New Yorkers with a smattering of Californians are changing the culture here, and the locals are shaking their heads.  I'm so pleased that I found this spot oh-so-many years ago, and so thankful for Paul Kroegel, Teddy Roosevelt, Roy Couch, and Archie Carr for saving greenspace for the wildlife and me!