Fiddlers Cove and Marina Bay 5/6-7/10 - HOME!!!!

Arrived about 4PM from Pt Jefferson. Had to wait until 8:30AM for the fuel dock to open. Probably could have made the run without but for a trip as far as Fiddlers there is comfort level in knowing you have enough fuel plus.

Trip up LI Sound was fantastic. Weather was overcast but seas were flat. Got call from Jim P telling me that Block Island sound might be a little on the sticky side. Jim called later in the am to see how things were going, and the seas were fine. I spoke to soon.

From just off Pt Judith till at little up east of Cuttyhunk I dealt with everything from fog, rain, strong wind and I’d say an average sea of about 6-7 feet. The good thing was the wind and sea were at my stern and although it felt a bit like a roller coaster at times I remained dry. I was good I put up the isinglass before leaving Pt Jefferson, not for wind but I was cold. To much Florida sun in my blood still.

Arrived at Fiddlers Cover about 4 in the afternoon. Got a nice slip and relaxed for a few hours waiting for Jim and Jay. After they we had a few beverages prior to going out to eat. We had a great dinner and called it for us, a relatively early night.

Original plan was to stay at Fiddlers for a day or two but after watching the weather I decided it best to head for Marina Bay in the AM.

Up and running the CC Canal at 7:30AM. Stopped at Sandwich Marina for fuel an out into Cape Cod Bay. A fantastic ride up the bay with Auto handling most of the trip, an occasional lobster pot dodge by me but he did well.

Arrived at Marina Bay a bit after noon with welcoming committee on the dock, Jeff and Steve.

I can not describe my feelings as I came up Boston Harbor, looking at the most beautiful skyline of all those I've seen this winter.

A very relaxing evening with the guys. We had beverages, yes again, and went out to dinner. I had twin lobster and steamers, something I've been wanting for a long time.

Woke up this am to a good old fashion New England thurnder storm, fantastic, I don't need to wash the boat.

Now the for a fact finding mission. I've not done any totals yet, probably shouldn't, but want to total the hours, fuel and such. With the exception of my problems in Norfolk I know I'm still under my original budget...a good thing.

This will be the last blog of this adventure, something I will always remember.

The next adventure is the Hudson River and Erie Canal system. New number one item on "the bucket list".

THREE CORNERS - Signing Off.

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Sorry folks @ Fiddlers Cove with no wifi so 3 day blog update tomorrow from Marina Bay

Cape May NJ - 5/4-5

Up early as usual. Anthony and Joe did some cleaning, they always so, it’s like having maid on boat, not a bad thing if I could afford it. Left the boy at about eight, they were taking a plane back to Boston. It was great having them with me in Portsmouth (Norfolk), I truly would have been lost without them. We did things, like got to the beach, which I never would have done had then not been there.

I headed to Delaware City and beyond whatever time permitted. Had a great ride out of Annapolis and up the Chesapeake to the C&D Canal, the wind, which was a slight breeze off my port stern is hardly worth even mentioning, but it made for a great ride. One thing about the Chesapeake is there must be a dozen range markers. It’s another world navigating using them and if you haven’t had been someplace where they use it when you do you’ll love it.

Arrived at the Delaware City Marina, a great spot, we had stopped there for the night and beverages on the way down. I’m sure Jeff and Kevin will remember. These details are earlier in the blog. Anyhow said hello to Keith, our drinking buddy from the trip down, got some fuel and moved and down Delaware Bay to the Cape May Canal. Great ride!

After a few arguments with “auto” my current crew member we decided it was best to stop for the evening. Now here at the Canyon Bay Marina, just off the canal. Nice place, but just a quick stop to top off, get a good night sleep and be underway at sunrise. Was going to do the on the hook thing but I guess I’m spoiled.

All is well on Three Corners, NYC tomorrow if all goes well and “auto” and I don’t argue to much.

Annapolis MD 5/4/10

Nice run up from Norfolk (Portsmouth)took just over 7 hours. Smooth ride one rain shower wind at our back most of the time. We did take a bit of water in the face from time to time but it actually felt good. Cause of second engine problem was a five minute fix. Mechanic was on the boat yesterday at 8am, did the fix, took a second sea trial and we were on our way by 9am.

The boys took a self guided tour around Annapolis and came back telling me what I already knew, it is a beautiful place. Later in the evening we went out for a great dinner.

Anthony and Joe are flying out of Baltimore this am. The are getting the shuttle at 9 so it is a busy morning down below. As with Kevin they are leaving some of there thing here to be picked up at Marina Bay. It's been great having them for company and just to bad they missed so much of the ride. We all managed to make the best of our time in the Norfolk/Portsmouth area.

Norfolk 5/2/10

Yes for those who ready yesterdays blog I'm still in Norfolk. Seems I was a bit premature about the repairs. A mile or so down the harbor back on my adventure we still had port engine problems. Back at the marina. Mechanics not available till Monday so once again the three of us get to enjoy the Portland and Norfolk area.

We are holding up well. There was an Oyster Roast (we would have called them steamed oysters) with live entertainment here at the marina. I'd say over 100 people or close to it. $25 for all the oysters and beer you could eat and drink, not a bad deal but you got to love oysters. Went into Portsmouth for dinner last evening, nice little place, very reasonable, best flounder I've had in a long time.

Overcast this am. The plan for the day is to go to Virginia Beach this afternoon. Should be fun. I think Anthony and Joe need a change as do I at this point. We are also planning worst case as to when and or where they fly back to Boston.


With this misadventure that is it from Three Corners. We are all healthy, the boat is floating and all is well.

Norfolk 5/1 - Departure

Repairs completed about 8PM last evening. We did sea trial for about 45 minutes in the harbor and all went well. Fantastic guys here. I don't think you'd ever find the level of service and commitment anyplace in the Boston area that these folks at Full Throttle have.

Expect to reach Annapolis or possibly beyond today. Waiting for marina to open here as I need papers from them for the insurance company.

Old head and piston are in the bilge and will be given to insurance company when I get back to Marina Bay.

That's it for now. Will post sometime this evening.

Norfolk VA 4/29/10

Mechanics did lower half of engine last night with anticipation of the final piece (head) arriving this afternoon. Well we got word it will be delivered by FedX not later than noon tomorrow. JT tells me he's got about 3-4 hours work left plus a short sea trial. Plan now will be to leave Saturday assuming everything checks out.

Anthony and Joe are flying in tonight. They are being picked up by some relative of Joe's and will visit with them for a while before coming to the boat. It will be good to have friends aboard again. Tomorrow we'll be true tourists across the river in downtown Norfolk. There is a lot to see there and some great places to eat. We'll all be happy about that. Today I got to see more of Portsmouth than I waned to see. There is a free "downtown" bus which does a loop throughout the downtown area. Interesting but I've seen enough of it to know tomorrow it will be Norfolk only.

While engine is apart I did the batteries, checked belts, had the mechanic check the reaw water pump and a few other things. All checked out fine.

Guess I close it off here. Anthony and Joe are at the airport and will be here shortly. Hope to have a quiet night, maybe some cribage with Joe. Looking forward to having fun tomorrow.