June 7, 2007 . . . Crossing the Delaware

An early departure from Delaware City, Delaware, put us on the Delaware River/Bay on a perfect weather day. The sea was flat and the wind was calm.


Crossing the Delaware. George did it . . . so did Charlie. Not the same status, equal importance (to some), but nonetheless a great accomplishment. In any event, Ashley you asked for it . . . here is the picture you requested.


Date and time of crossing and traveling down the bay to Cape May is important . . . we wanted a calm day, and outgoing current. You can see from the current surrounding Bouy 6L that there is a swift current. Our 8.5 knot boat (at about 1750 rpm) was maintaing 11.5 knots through the water. We were flying.


Entry into Cape May was via the West Canal. Continued calm other, than the wakes created by passing brainless operators of sportfish boats. We are now safely in Cape May.
Upon docking there were three other "Loopers" lined up in a row; from Nashville, Knoxville, and Johnstown, Colorado. A great group gathering in the evening . . . an enjoyable rivalry between the Vanderbuilt and the Volunteers . . . the Volunteers rule!!!