June 12 Friday Gloucester to Plymouth

 Today's trip leg is about 48 miles and is nearly straight across Massachusetts Bay.

 

The day was much like yesterday. So we needed to hunt for a breeze to sail - which we did for some stretches. 

Waiting for breeze. Note the boat is level.

Approaching the entrance to Plymouth Harbor.

It is a long ways into the harbor. I had to wonder why the pilgrims picked this location - as they did have a motor like we did. There are many fingers of sand where houses are built on top of each other.

Some are stuck on stilts 

Finally turning into the inner harbor.

Passing Plymouth Rock. I know it is a significant historical place, but the Wikipedia listing in the link says "Plymouth Rock is a boulder"  

And the original (not really) of the Mayflower. I want to know as it is so narrow why didn't it tip over in a good breeze or sea.

The cloudy day turned nice and mild. Time to sit in the sun.

And watch the real paddle wheel board go by. 

As the night began to creep over us.

 So Good Night and May God Bless

June 11 Thursday Isle of Shoals to Gloucester

 The fine weather continued for our 35 mile leg from Isle of Shoals to Gloucester

The day featured high clouds that in turn reduced any seas breeze. Thus much of the day was spent motoring.

Here we are saying good bye to Star Island

And passing the White Island Lighthouse on south side of the island cluster.

We have rounded Cape Ann and are turning into Gloucester harbor. Notice the glassy sea.

Fueling and taking on water and ice.

The Captain suggested a dinner out. The crew did not argue. A waterfront spot in an inner harbor finger was a great choice.

Captain Glen helming on ride back to back Chickadee III. Notice that the evening was warm enough for short sleeves. 

This was a particularly fun stop for me as it was the first and last stop of our Great Loop Trip in 2018/2019.

Good Night and May God Bless 

June 10 Wednesday Richmond Island to Isle of Shoals

The fine stretch of weather held. But the settled weather did not produce much wind - but we sailed some of our 45 mile leg to Isle of Shoals. I must admit that I would have enjoyed some more sailing, but typical summer winds are from the south and thus on the nose of where we desired to go. This can mean a very lumpy ride. So the lack of wind at least made the ride comfortable.

Here is better view of the "controlled burn" noted in yesterday's post.

Boon Island, as can be seen, and noted in the link, is a place not to be taken lightly as a place to be in a storm. It is off the coast of Maine near York. I always smile when I see it to think of a clever fellow who some years ago made a tidy sum selling tee-shirts from famous Boon Island attractions. There was ones for the bowling alley, hotel, restaurants, and watering holes. I have not seen one recently and regret not buying one. There were many a flummoxed tourist searching for means to get to these famous sea side places. 

Taking my turn at the helm. The breeze in our face straight off the open ocean was still very cool as you can note from my garments. I will admit there was a down filled vest underneath my shirt.

We did get in some easy sailing.

Entering the Isle of Shoals mooring field. As noted in the link, the groups of islands each have a rich history.

This is Star Island with it's large group of buildings hosting programs for many years

We did not go ashore tonight - just enjoyed being on the water in our place in the world for the night.

 

Thus, Good Night and May God Bless