Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Belhaven - Dowery Creek Marina to Goose Creek - alone - Oriental

On Oct 29, I set off from Dowrey Creek Marina, ready for the adventure ahead.  Three days later, feeling the urge to explore further, I spontaneously decided to anchor outside the Marina with Mark, embracing the unpredictability of the journey. 

After anchoring outside the marina, I discovered Mark had departed for our next stop - Orient.  He reported nice winds, so I decided to leave too. 

Following Mark's lead by about two hours, we spent a blissful five hours basking in the beauty of the natural surroundings and the pleasant weather. Our journey led us to anchor at the serene Goose Creek  , a picturesque and isolated anchorage that treated us to another breathtaking starry night. 

The next morning, I watched the flotilla depart Dowrey Creek and head to my creek, joining them as they docked at Oriental. 

We had some beer on the marina lawn and supper at a nice little restaurant called M&M. I had the soft-shell crab. 

The next morning, I was up at 7 AM, ready for another day of adventure. I noticed a boat had left the free dock, and without hesitation, I swiftly maneuvered to secure the spot, showcasing my resourcefulness and quick decision-making. 

Later, I had the pleasure of walking with Kathy, exploring the town, visiting a West Marine Express, and doing a small grocery run at the Piggly Wiggly.  The highlight of the day was my birthday supper at the Silo, where I enjoyed good food, great music, and the company of friends like Wally, Nate, Robbie, and Esteban.













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