Great Blues and Royal Reds

November 5-7, 2018
Bay St Louis, Mississippi

We fell in love with Mississippi two years ago. One of the reasons was the little town of Bay St Louis, right on the gulf. The sites at the Silver Slipper Casino RV Park sit 50 yards from the water on level concrete. All are back-ins with 50 amp FHUs, a small picnic table, fire ring, BBQ and trash can. There are no buildings here, just the sites. Check-in down the road at the casino (they send someone to unlock the electric box). The location is wonderful, especially at the very reasonable $25/night.

The sign is in the back of the first site - they're that close to the beach.

Tuesday is our only day here and we spend it under cool and cloudy skies, exploring the laid back area. The eye of Hurricane Katrina came on shore here, and 13 years later, rebuilding and rebranding continues. At the end of the day I learn there is a Ground Zero Museum that I put on the list for next time.

The tallest stilt houses we've seen anywhere so far (that's a full size travel trailer underneath). Love the alien gate :-)

Many destroyed docks are now roosts for water fowl while industry continues in the distance.

Lots of wonderful pelicans.

 Great Blue Herons look like different birds when their necks are tucked in,

and when they're stretched out in flight.

The historic concrete railroad depot houses a small museum and gallery.

Unique architecture.

A nice exhibit of bright Mardi Gras costumes.

The men's court regalia are very flashy.

How did she walk anywhere?

My favorite!

Lots of sequins and feathers.

Mississippi Blues history in the area.

Hurricane Katrina over Bay St Louis on August 29, 2005.

One of many angels carved by Dayle Lewis on the destroyed trees along the gulf. Nothing here tells me why this angel is no longer on the tree where she was made.

The second floor is the Alice Moseley Gallery with many of her delightful paintings. 

The depot is nicely restored, but the exhibits are unorganized with little explanation.

The original downtown has not found new businesses.

Someone has put a lot of work into restoring the buildings.

Home town street lights.

One of the reasons I wanted to return is the amazing Royal Reds served at the Blind Tiger. Better than lobster, crab and prawns (for us), these giant shrimp are the tastiest shellfish we've ever had. Served boiled and seasoned with sausage, potatoes and corn, our meal is every bit as good as we remember. Some smoked tuna dip and a few amber brews, and we are happy campers!

Even with chilly outdoor temps, the relaxed beach vibe is alive and well in this little bar.

Sooooo good (and really messy)!

A healthy marina just outside.

Skies threatening as we return home.

Sky and water blend.

We're leaving in the morning so there must be zoomies before we go.

Fluffy tracks.

Flying by with one foot on the ground.

Happy dog!

We're off to New Orleans where Tessa and I will spend some girls-only days seeing the city.