We are on the Delaware Bay heading for the C & D Canal in Bear, Del. today. Winds were 22-25 knots with 6 ft. seas, a bit rough this morning, but are now down to 14-17 knots. The wind was at our bow and we dunked the anchor over and over.
We've passed several huge barges and tankers. I managed to sneak downstairs long enough to grab a loaf of bread, some smoked ham from the refrigerator and a few packets of mayo and mustard and made my way back up to the cockpit to make lunch.
Now it is sunny and beautiful and we're enjoying the ride. Jazzy stayed on my lap in rough seas, but is now downstairs in her bed taking a nap.
Expect to arrive at Summit North Marina by 7 p.m. or so, but the wind and tide are working against us so we're not making good time.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Settled in Cape May
The fog lifted enough by 10:30 a.m. that we eased out of Brigantine to test the waters. Visibility was only about a half mile when we left. It was a little nerve racking for the first hour or so, but by 1 p.m. visibility was about 3 miles and we could see the coastline.
Winds were about 22 knots by 3 p.m. so the ocean was a little rough, but we were fine. I wore my wristband and took some ginger and that helped a bit. I ate a few saltines to keep the nausea to a minimum.
Jazzy laid on my lap with our stadium blanket over both of us to help block the wind.
We're settled at Utsch's Marina for the night. I went for takeout at the Lobster House while Chuck hosed down the boat. I took Jazzy for a nice long walk. We're headed for the bath house for a nice hot shower and will return to check the weather for tomorrow while enjoying a glass of wine, compliments of Utsch's.
Will keep you posted.
Winds were about 22 knots by 3 p.m. so the ocean was a little rough, but we were fine. I wore my wristband and took some ginger and that helped a bit. I ate a few saltines to keep the nausea to a minimum.
Jazzy laid on my lap with our stadium blanket over both of us to help block the wind.
We're settled at Utsch's Marina for the night. I went for takeout at the Lobster House while Chuck hosed down the boat. I took Jazzy for a nice long walk. We're headed for the bath house for a nice hot shower and will return to check the weather for tomorrow while enjoying a glass of wine, compliments of Utsch's.
Will keep you posted.
Anchored in Brigantine in the fog...
We are still anchored in the black hole in Brigantine. Can't see 50 feet to the bank! Had a fun time with the B dockers last night who are moored together out here. Awoke to a thick fog bank and can't move until it lifts. Hoping to leave for Cape May today, but it may not happen.
Saturday, October 3, 2009
We're on our way!
There was champagne and tears as we left after a severe rainstorm this afternoon. Pulled off the dock around 3:15 p.m., stopped to gas up and arrived at Brigantine around 7:30 p.m.
We are safely anchored at Black Hole in Brigantine. Took our dinghy over to visit six "B" dockers who are moored together here. They made us a fabulous dinner and drinks. Great way to start a vacation!
Don't know how much sleep we'll get tonight with the music, but we're exhausted and the yummy tropical rum drinks may help us sleep.
Plan to head to Cape May in the morning. Will keep you posted.
We are safely anchored at Black Hole in Brigantine. Took our dinghy over to visit six "B" dockers who are moored together here. They made us a fabulous dinner and drinks. Great way to start a vacation!
Don't know how much sleep we'll get tonight with the music, but we're exhausted and the yummy tropical rum drinks may help us sleep.
Plan to head to Cape May in the morning. Will keep you posted.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Solar Panels Installed
Chuck and Wayne installed solar panels on our respective boats last weekend in preparation for the trip.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
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