Back in Brunswick

Look at all the pretty boats

It's nice to be back here.  Since it was 9:30pm when we arrived, we simply tied up to the fuel dock for the night vs trying to find and get into our new slip in the dark after a long day.  We went for a nice walk and where only two docks down before security stopped us to inquire who we are and determine whether we belong there or not.  It is good to see they are serious about the job.

Bill & Tom look for more blue crab

The next morning we easily got into our slip and immediately started meeting fellow sailors/boaters.  Most of the marina inhabitants are cruisers holed up in Brunswick for hurricane season.  It's so fascinating to hear where they have been, the adventures they've had and get some great advice.  Everyone is friendly and eager to help.  Bob on s/v Shazza spent a good part of Saturday morning helping us through the mysterious world of SSB and our Icom m710.  Thank you SO much Bob!    Court and Cindy, fellow sailors down the dock offered up one of their cars if we needed to run any errands.  Yeah, Grog Shop run!  Fellow dockmate and sailor Bill shared is knowledge of crabbing, oyster hunting and sea bass fishing.

Island Packet Pack?  Flock?  Gaggle? 

Reports are that the economy has really hurt the boating industry, especially boat builders.  However you can't swing a length of dock line without hitting an Island Packet.  The place is just thick with them.  We also noticed boat's in this marina have gotten bigger overall since the last time we were here.  So maybe things are getting better.  Sadly, we found downtown Brunswick restaurant's Cargo and the local brew pub were closed down.  Hum?    

Looking good!

We wrapped up the holiday weekend with a ton of boat chores and little projects.  Somehow the worst boat chore is still better than the best house chore!