ICW is in the Rear View Mirror

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Exactly four weeks after we left Vero Beach, we completed the part of the trip that involved the Atlantic ICW.



In addition to the many cruisers we have met on our trip, we even saw a boat today from Osprey Point, our marina in Maryland!








But we didn’t complete the ICW until after Captain Don found an oil leak this morning in the sail drive, basically the transmission for our propeller. It required topping off with fresh oil, and leaving Coinjock late for our timed bridge openings and transit through a lock. 

This barge had to clear the lock before we could enter

We had a “sporty” transit through the lock, encountering unfavorable wind and current but persevering. After 45 miles today, we still had to clear the Gilmerton Bridge. We missed the earlier opening and were poised to go through at 5:30 (instead of 3:30 as planned). 

The train bridge before the lift bridge, which is usually open, closed at 5:25 for a train to proceed across. 

This resulted in a train passing, a plane flying overhead, a small boat coming toward us and cars traveling the lift bridge, all at once.

Play the video to see the chaos 

We finally arrived at Waterside Marina in Norfolk. It’s such a nautical town with an active waterfront. The military presence is strong and defense contractor companies are visible all around.  We plan to walk around town tomorrow and enjoy the area.

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  1. RozenaJune 16, 2024 at 10:08 PM

    Captain Don knows his stuff glad he found the leak while at Marina. Good mileage today, but a busy one for your clearing.

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