Sunday morning, I was sitting on the back of our boat, watching folks across from us, getting ready to head out, so I decided to go over and help them get out of their slip.
This boat looks much bigger, but is 57 feet long, and he almost hit several thing as he was leaving.
After helping the boat leave, I got one of the bikes out, and decided to explore the harbor area
My exploring paid off...and I found a great area. When I got back to the boat, Deb and I jumped in the dinghy and came back for lunch in Fells Point
Last night, after the Thompson's arrived, Deb and Donna took a walk around the harbor
Do they look like they're already having a great time?
Log 148Day 412
Tuesday, July 07, 2009
6:20 AM EDT
Location: Inner Harbor Marina; Baltimore, MD.
Weather: 70 degrees with no wind; forecasted to be 86 and sunny today
Another beautiful morning in Baltimore. Bright sun; no clouds; 70 degrees. Perfect. I’m on the back deck, with the doors open, and soaking it all in.
Sunday...after sending the log, I decided to get one of the bikes out, and do some exploring around the harbor. I knew where we got groceries yesterday (by dinghy), and where the West Marine was, but I did not know how (exactly) to get there by bike. So I took off, and just kept making right turns around the harbor (to keep following the water). It was an awesome ride. (It is amazing (at least to me) how much ground you can cover on a bike). I went through Little Italy, and several ethnic neighborhoods. I followed a red brick path that goes on for a long time, and kept heading towards where I thought the Safeway was. It took me about 40 minutes, but eventually I found it. I also found several nice spots where we need to come, either by dinghy, or bike. You can also take a water taxi there. One really cool spot is Fells Point, and after I got back to the boat, Deb and I took a dinghy ride there for lunch. It’s an easy ride to get there, but then you have to find a spot to tie up. There are lots of places...but they all are market with “no docking” signs. But...after a little wondering around, we decided to tie up at a dock made for kayaks. I’m sure we were not supposed to be there either, but we locked up the dingy, and went for it. We ended up having a great lunch at a place called Harry’s (not the right name, but I can’t remember it). We also met the owner, who also owns two other bars next door. Very nice guy, and he named the bars after his dogs (again...I can’t remember the names). We had a great lunch, and a great ride to and from Fells Point. After a relaxing afternoon on the boat, we had Pasta for dinner, and the movie was a recorded episode of Closer.
Monday...we spent most of the day cleaning the boat, and organizing for our guests, Darrell and Donna Thompson. I got on the hard top, and cleaned all the way down. Deb did the same inside. We also had a lot of changing around to do. First of all, when it’s just the two of us, we use the whole boat, and spread our things out. When we have guest aboard, we need to do a much better job of getting our things together. Also...we usually let guests use the master suite (it’s more comfortable, and private, for folks who are not used to sleeping on a boat) so we have to move our “stuff” up to the front bedroom, which is no big deal, but just takes some time. We also needed to make one more grocery run, so in the early afternoon we went back to the Safeway (by dinghy) and loaded up with supplies. Darrell and Donna arrived at about 5:30, and it was great to see them. When we did the Loop in 99-2000 they were with us for 2 different weeks, and they are great boating guests. Fun to be with; helpful around the boat; and no entertaining required. After a couple of beers, and catching up, we had spaghetti for dinner. After dinner, Deb and Donna took a walk around the harbor, while Darrell and I just relaxed on the boat.
Today...I am excited, because we have a great cruising day ahead of us. We are heading out this morning, and going up the Sassafras River to Georgetown, MD. It used to be one of my favorite trips on the Chesapeake, and we have not been there for over 20 years (I wonder if it is as special as I remember it?). I don’t exactly remember, but I think it is about 25 or 30 miles from here, so it will take us 3 to 4 hours to get there. We plan to stay one night, and then tomorrow head to St. Michaels...another favorite spot. The weather for the next 7 days looks to be awesome. Sunny...and in the mid 80’s...with light winds. Like I said...awesome.
Well...it’s now 7:05...no one is up yet, but it won’t be long. The traffic in the marina is just coming to life. I need to go get some breakfast, and then get the boat ready for cruising. It’s going to be a great day.
I’ll keep you posted.
Bob
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