Ron and Kathy took off at 7 for a day at Lamanai. They took a boat to the mainland, then took a bus to the New River, then a boat up the river to the ruins. They had a great time, though it was a long trip. They really enjoyed the monkeys, and the rum punch on the bus ride home!
John and some hold overs from week 1 and a bunch from week 2 headed out for a day of sailing on John's favorite blue sailboat. He has admired this boat from afar for years and finally, one day after breakfast at Estelle's it was docked nearby and he went over to talk to the Captain. Turns out one of his kids goes to Holy Cross. He found the boat abandoned on the reef and claimed it, took it off the reef and has repaired it and does day and multi-day trips for groups. He gave them a really great rate and they headed out for the day of sailing, snorkeling, fishing and just relaxing. John got some great pictures snorkeling in the Coral Gardens, a new area for all. The seas were a little rough so the water isn't quite as clear as usual, but still good.
Meanwhile, Jean, Jan and Joanne headed to Caye Caulker to see what had changed there in the last 5 years. Not much. It was a wonderful trip down memory lane and a stop for the fruit plate with yougurt, granola and fry jacks and lunch of conch fritters really made the day.
