This morning, the temperature was cooler, and we walked the dogs, who were really enjoying the not quite as hot weather.
I took advantage of the cooler time of day to walk up to West Marine, and then over to Fawcett Marine, where I found a replacement hose for the shower, and a ladder that I think will work on the swim platform on the Nordic tug as well as the inflatable. Then, back to West Marine, to purchase a new PA/Horn to replace the one on the boat that had recently died. A marine electrician was leaving West Marine as I was, and he gave me a ride all the way back to the dock, for which I was grateful!
We got underway, key-holing the MERCY through the 90 degree exit from the slip to the raceway. Ellen and I had a VERY detailed line handling discussion before undertaking it, and managed to pull it off flawlessly. You really can't appreciate it unless you've been there!
We cruised out of Annapolis Harbor, into the Chesapeake Bay, and under the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. This curved bridge is quite an impressive structure.
We passed the Sandy Point lighthouse before angling to cross the Bay towards the Chester River.
We cruised up the Chester River, as it began to narrow from the entrance bay, we turned into the Corsica River. We ducked around a bend or two, finding a couple of great protected anchorages before returning closer to the entrance for a little breeze. None of the crazy thunderstorms we've had earlier this week are forecast for tonight, but, it is nice to know you could get out of almost any weather, right around the corner.
Our friends, Casey and Mary, on the Dessert 1st came and tied off with us for a bit to visit, before tucking around the bend to anchor.
We are anchored at N39 04.628' W076 07.043'
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