M_Boats: Northern Gulf Coast information

Hello to everybody: My co-captain and I are considering splashing our M17 somewhere on the Gulf Coast (La, Miss, Ala) and cruising the area including the barrier islands in Miss Sound. Anyone familiar with this area who has suggestions about marinas, anchorages, and things we must do and see while in that neighborhood would help us a lot with our planning. We would want to get there and be out by mid-May to avoid serious bad weather. Any input would be appreciated either online or through direct contact. Cheers and hopes for better weather for those of you not in warmer locations. Jim & Cynthia M17 Latitude