Friends Jim and Kathy invited us to a social at their yacht club so off to the Rappahannock River we went. We tied up at the Rappahannock River Yacht Club and were greeted by many of its members. All sailboaters, everyone was great in offering rides to the nearest grocery, hardware, or other location we might be in need of. Even better was that everyone had their own sailing stories to tell which always makes for a great evening. Thanks to RRYC for making us feel at home!
The next morning we had plans on leaving the yacht club and heading further upriver. Unfortunately, Mother Nature was not going to cooperate with this plan and instead blew stiff southwesterly winds our way pinning us to the dock. So when times are tough - improvise. Jim and Kathy had a plan - they took us on a personalized tour of the communities of Irvington and Kilmarnock. Kathy and I enjoyed the shops while the boys - including Murphy - found the nearest comfortable chair in the shade to enjoy. While out and about Dave picked up some steamed crabs and once back at the yacht club we sat out on a picnic bench on the patio and enjoyed our meal. The Chesapeake at its finest!!
With the weather having shifted it was time to move on. We sailed onto the Corrotoman and enjoyed an evening on the hook before heading into the town of Urbanna. We'd been told to make sure we stopped by the drug store with its old fashioned soda fountain and take in a limeade. You can imagine our disappointment when we arrived and found out that Main street was without water as the city repaired the water main. Bummer - well perhaps next time.
We must keep a moving as there is still plenty to see on the Chesapeake.
The Admiral
5/8 - 5/11/2010
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