Ocean City, NJ; May 21, 2011

Link to anchorage in Great Egg Harbor, NJ via Google Maps

We headed north from the southern tip of New Jersey today.

We chose to travel up the coast inside the barrier island's. The water is shallow and there are a lot of bridges, but we wanted to see it at least once.

First thing we did is lower both masts and pull up the bilge boards.

It was a very interesting day.

Looking across the water at the amusement park ferris wheel -
you could hear 'em screaming from here

Marshes were on the starboard side today in-between and surrounded by the towns

100's of laughing gulls filled the marshes - very funny

Between marshes and the towns, you would get to an inlet to the Atlantic Ocean
Winds and current would change 

Going through the towns was like driving down water filled streets
Everyone just used boats instead of cars

Blocks of houses built on pilings - no solid ground to drive on

Saw this fisherman catch a fish

Fishermen in NJ were very friendly and curious about Lollygag

Cape May, NJ; May 20, 2011

Link to anchorage in Cape May Harbor, NJ via Google Maps

Cape May harbor and our home for the night

Traveled the second half of Delaware Bay today. 

The seas had gentle 1-2 foot swells. We were glad we waited out the weather. Just a few days ago, the seas were 3-5 feet. Sky's were sunny and the day warmed up nicely. 

We entered Cape May Canal for the last 3 miles of todays travel to Cape May Harbor where we anchored.

Trivia: Cape May Canal was constructed during World War II to provide protection from German U-boats and reduce risk of attack from German submarines . . . . Whoa . . wouldn't have guessed that!

Leaving Delaware Bay and turning into Cape May Canal

Ferry from Cape May, NJ to Lewes, DE

Watched this trawling operation on the Bay pull their nets. 

Tourism is big business here

Hello New Jersey and The Delaware Bay; May 19, 2011

Link to anchorage 1/2 down the Chesapeake Bay via Google Maps

Channel buoy on the New Jersey side of the Bay

This little sparrow put on a good show 

Delaware City Marina; May 16, 2011

We are at the Delaware City Marina waiting for good weather before moving on.

Walked downtown today

You can see Lollygag in line at the dock

Two ducks and boats stern

Power and Sail looking for a handout

They really like their ducks

Pretty gladiola on the path to the marina office

C&D Canal; May 13, 2011

Todays travel:

Elk River - Back Creek - C&D Canal - Delaware River

A good use for floating debris

Bridge at Chesapeake City is where Back Creek starts and the entrance to the C&D Canal

Link to interesting info on the C&D Canal

In this two story white house, the Corps' dispatcher's manage canal operations through closed circuit TV and radio.

Museum about the canal.

Hello Delaware!

These white blooming trees lined the banks on both sides of the canal - very strong sweet fragrace

Link to Delaware City Marina via Google Maps

Bye-Bye Chesapeake Bay; May 12, 2011

We spent 13 days on the Chesapeake Bay and didn't get to explore any of the tributary rivers!

We will definitely be back!

Leaving the Chesapeake Bay.

We turned into the Elk River which will take us through the C&D canal and on to the Delaware Bay.

Coastal flooding sending a lot of debris in the water

Wonder if there's a message in that bottle ?

Link to anchorage on the Elk River via Google Maps

Captain after setting anchor just off the Elk River

Thought I had enough Osprey pictures, but this couple built a really nice nest!

Rock Hall, MD;May 11, 2011

Crossed the Bay to the Eastern Shore of the Chesapeake today. 

Next we are headed to the Chesapeake / Delaware Canal and then into the Delaware Bay.

Thomas Point Shoal lighthouse near Annapolis, Maryland.
It is listed as a National Historic Landmark.

The Bay bridges parallel each other and span over four miles. They connect the Eastern and Western Shore near Annapolis. The first was built in 1952 and the second in 1973.

Working lighthouse on the Bay

Fishermen putting net in a fish trap

Fish trap must be full - note Herons on most posts

Link to anchorage on Swan Creek in Rock Hall, MD via Google Maps

Peaceful and quiet place to rest up for tomorrow