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sv-loki.com says... If you can handle a somewhat more challenging environment, Maine is the absolute best summer cruising ground on the East Coast. I've always wanted to cruise that area. I've even got a chart of the lower Damariscotta and Kennebunk rivers on the wall. However, I have heard that one should be wary of the black fly season---whenever that is. After years of cruising in the nearly insect-free San Juan and Gulf Islands, I never even think to inquire whether a charter boat has screens. Mark Borgerson "Dean B" wrote in message om... I have some air miles that I need to use up and would like to charter a boat on the east cost of the United States next summer. I am looking for a place with wind; more than anything else, I dislike using the motor to get around. I expect to anchor every night and don't intend to go on any offshore passages. Cute little ports are nice if you need to pick up groceries or a little resturaunt food. I also like anchoring at state parks that have day hikes. Chesapeake Bay looks promising or Florida may have something to offer as well but I have little idea about the wind and park situation. Dean |
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IIRC, Black Fly season is late spring, early summer - it should be over by July
4th. As someone else pointed out, Labor Day is a nice time to head for Maine. Also, places like Martha's Vineyard are really nice starting on Labor Day - the crowds are gone, prices start to fall, moorings can be had cheap or free. Just have a plan for the inevitable hurricane threat - ours is to head north of Cape Cod. "Mark Borgerson" wrote in message t... In article , jeffmo@nospam-at-all- sv-loki.com says... If you can handle a somewhat more challenging environment, Maine is the absolute best summer cruising ground on the East Coast. I've always wanted to cruise that area. I've even got a chart of the lower Damariscotta and Kennebunk rivers on the wall. However, I have heard that one should be wary of the black fly season---whenever that is. After years of cruising in the nearly insect-free San Juan and Gulf Islands, I never even think to inquire whether a charter boat has screens. Mark Borgerson "Dean B" wrote in message om... I have some air miles that I need to use up and would like to charter a boat on the east cost of the United States next summer. I am looking for a place with wind; more than anything else, I dislike using the motor to get around. I expect to anchor every night and don't intend to go on any offshore passages. Cute little ports are nice if you need to pick up groceries or a little resturaunt food. I also like anchoring at state parks that have day hikes. Chesapeake Bay looks promising or Florida may have something to offer as well but I have little idea about the wind and park situation. Dean |
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IIRC, Black Fly season is late spring, early summer - it should be over by July
4th. As someone else pointed out, Labor Day is a nice time to head for Maine. Also, places like Martha's Vineyard are really nice starting on Labor Day - the crowds are gone, prices start to fall, moorings can be had cheap or free. Just have a plan for the inevitable hurricane threat - ours is to head north of Cape Cod. "Mark Borgerson" wrote in message t... In article , jeffmo@nospam-at-all- sv-loki.com says... If you can handle a somewhat more challenging environment, Maine is the absolute best summer cruising ground on the East Coast. I've always wanted to cruise that area. I've even got a chart of the lower Damariscotta and Kennebunk rivers on the wall. However, I have heard that one should be wary of the black fly season---whenever that is. After years of cruising in the nearly insect-free San Juan and Gulf Islands, I never even think to inquire whether a charter boat has screens. Mark Borgerson "Dean B" wrote in message om... I have some air miles that I need to use up and would like to charter a boat on the east cost of the United States next summer. I am looking for a place with wind; more than anything else, I dislike using the motor to get around. I expect to anchor every night and don't intend to go on any offshore passages. Cute little ports are nice if you need to pick up groceries or a little resturaunt food. I also like anchoring at state parks that have day hikes. Chesapeake Bay looks promising or Florida may have something to offer as well but I have little idea about the wind and park situation. Dean |
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"Armond Perretta" wrote: Dean B wrote: I ... would like to charter a boat on the east cost ... next summer. I am looking for a place with wind; more than anything else ... I expect to anchor every night and don't intend to go on any offshore passages. Cute little ports are nice if you need to pick up groceries or a little resturaunt food. I also like anchoring at state parks that have day hikes. Chesapeake Bay looks promising or Florida may have something to offer as well but I have little idea about the wind and park situation. For beauty (when you can actually see it) the Maine coast is perhaps at the top of the list, but this depends to some extent on one's preferences. The Chesapeake Bay _in_season_ is to many folks the best looking place to dawdle. Certainly there are more nooks and crannies on the Bay than in most other places, but the Bay may not meet your sailing expectations depending upon when you visit. snip The Chesapeake CAN be frustrating some days, particularly if you're trying to "get" some place, but if you can work light to moderate air, you can usually get to some nice anchorage as the distances are short. Within 10 nm of our marina (near Rock Hall, one of the rental centers), we have 7 overnight anchorages. Another 5 or so miles and the number at least doubles. We usually stop sailing when VMG goes below 2-3 knots. YMMV. To really get to know the Bay's treasures, check out Shellenberger's "Gunkholer's Guide" to the Chesapeake. -- Jere Lull Xan-a-Deux ('73 Tanzer 28 #4 out of Tolchester, MD) Xan's Pages: http://members.dca.net/jerelull/X-Main.html Our BVI FAQs (290+ pics) http://homepage.mac.com/jerelull/BVI/ |
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"Armond Perretta" wrote: Dean B wrote: I ... would like to charter a boat on the east cost ... next summer. I am looking for a place with wind; more than anything else ... I expect to anchor every night and don't intend to go on any offshore passages. Cute little ports are nice if you need to pick up groceries or a little resturaunt food. I also like anchoring at state parks that have day hikes. Chesapeake Bay looks promising or Florida may have something to offer as well but I have little idea about the wind and park situation. For beauty (when you can actually see it) the Maine coast is perhaps at the top of the list, but this depends to some extent on one's preferences. The Chesapeake Bay _in_season_ is to many folks the best looking place to dawdle. Certainly there are more nooks and crannies on the Bay than in most other places, but the Bay may not meet your sailing expectations depending upon when you visit. snip The Chesapeake CAN be frustrating some days, particularly if you're trying to "get" some place, but if you can work light to moderate air, you can usually get to some nice anchorage as the distances are short. Within 10 nm of our marina (near Rock Hall, one of the rental centers), we have 7 overnight anchorages. Another 5 or so miles and the number at least doubles. We usually stop sailing when VMG goes below 2-3 knots. YMMV. To really get to know the Bay's treasures, check out Shellenberger's "Gunkholer's Guide" to the Chesapeake. -- Jere Lull Xan-a-Deux ('73 Tanzer 28 #4 out of Tolchester, MD) Xan's Pages: http://members.dca.net/jerelull/X-Main.html Our BVI FAQs (290+ pics) http://homepage.mac.com/jerelull/BVI/ |
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"Jeff Morris" wrote: IIRC, Black Fly season is late spring, early summer - it should be over by July 4th. As someone else pointed out, Labor Day is a nice time to head for Maine. Also, places like Martha's Vineyard are really nice starting on Labor Day - the crowds are gone, prices start to fall, moorings can be had cheap or free. Just have a plan for the inevitable hurricane threat - ours is to head north of Cape Cod. THere are flies in the Chesapeake too. After the first time, we've never gone out without a fly swatter. It is possible to step on them or swat them with something else, especially after they've bitten you and are full of blood, but it's easier with a fly swatter. They are around anytime there's little or no wind. "Mark Borgerson" wrote in message et... In article , jeffmo@nospam-at-all- sv-loki.com says... If you can handle a somewhat more challenging environment, Maine is the absolute best summer cruising ground on the East Coast. I've always wanted to cruise that area. I've even got a chart of the lower Damariscotta and Kennebunk rivers on the wall. However, I have heard that one should be wary of the black fly season---whenever that is. After years of cruising in the nearly insect-free San Juan and Gulf Islands, I never even think to inquire whether a charter boat has screens. Mark Borgerson "Dean B" wrote in message om... I have some air miles that I need to use up and would like to charter a boat on the east cost of the United States next summer. I am looking for a place with wind; more than anything else, I dislike using the motor to get around. I expect to anchor every night and don't intend to go on any offshore passages. Cute little ports are nice if you need to pick up groceries or a little resturaunt food. I also like anchoring at state parks that have day hikes. Chesapeake Bay looks promising or Florida may have something to offer as well but I have little idea about the wind and park situation. Dean grandma Rosalie |
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"Jeff Morris" wrote: IIRC, Black Fly season is late spring, early summer - it should be over by July 4th. As someone else pointed out, Labor Day is a nice time to head for Maine. Also, places like Martha's Vineyard are really nice starting on Labor Day - the crowds are gone, prices start to fall, moorings can be had cheap or free. Just have a plan for the inevitable hurricane threat - ours is to head north of Cape Cod. THere are flies in the Chesapeake too. After the first time, we've never gone out without a fly swatter. It is possible to step on them or swat them with something else, especially after they've bitten you and are full of blood, but it's easier with a fly swatter. They are around anytime there's little or no wind. "Mark Borgerson" wrote in message et... In article , jeffmo@nospam-at-all- sv-loki.com says... If you can handle a somewhat more challenging environment, Maine is the absolute best summer cruising ground on the East Coast. I've always wanted to cruise that area. I've even got a chart of the lower Damariscotta and Kennebunk rivers on the wall. However, I have heard that one should be wary of the black fly season---whenever that is. After years of cruising in the nearly insect-free San Juan and Gulf Islands, I never even think to inquire whether a charter boat has screens. Mark Borgerson "Dean B" wrote in message om... I have some air miles that I need to use up and would like to charter a boat on the east cost of the United States next summer. I am looking for a place with wind; more than anything else, I dislike using the motor to get around. I expect to anchor every night and don't intend to go on any offshore passages. Cute little ports are nice if you need to pick up groceries or a little resturaunt food. I also like anchoring at state parks that have day hikes. Chesapeake Bay looks promising or Florida may have something to offer as well but I have little idea about the wind and park situation. Dean grandma Rosalie |
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On Sat, 17 Jan 2004 10:23:04 -0500, "Armond Perretta"
wrote: Then there's Maine. Maine for many folks begins east of Muscongus Bay, and gets better the farther east one goes. The problem with this coast is that (a) it takes a more experienced hand (and a better prepared vessel) to really enjoy it, and (b) sometimes you cannot see it. I know many folks who've spent 2 full weeks in fog on this coast. I know just as many who've had clear weather for their entire cruise (well, not _that_ many). I am a Maineiac and have been for some time, but I can understand why some folks would not agree. I go on my own boat and never have anything that resembles a schedule. I would say your short list should include Southern New England and Penobscot Bay, depending on the specifics I mentioned at the beginning of this post. Look for a copy of Bill Robinson's "Places to Cruise." It covers just about all the possible spots on the East Coast (plus some other well known areas). It's long out of print but often available in local libraries. He says it a lot better than I have, although I suspect our conclusions are not very far apart. I agree with most of what Armond says. Exceptions: I would say Maine begins at Cape Elizabeth, not Muscongus Bay. There are some lovely anchorages in Casco Bay if you are willing to sail north for some distance, and aren't trying to make time along the coast. Richmond Island, at Cape Elizabeth, offers a pleasant anchorage even if you are trying to make time along the coast. Same for the Sheepscot River. Cruising in September, we have had as many as 13 days straight of super-clear weather. When Labor Day is early, we have often arrived to meet thick fog, sometimes lasting 2 or 3 days. Usually clear for the remaining time. Rodney Myrvaagnes NYC J36 Gjo/a "Religious wisdom is to wisdom as military music is to music." |
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On Sat, 17 Jan 2004 10:23:04 -0500, "Armond Perretta"
wrote: Then there's Maine. Maine for many folks begins east of Muscongus Bay, and gets better the farther east one goes. The problem with this coast is that (a) it takes a more experienced hand (and a better prepared vessel) to really enjoy it, and (b) sometimes you cannot see it. I know many folks who've spent 2 full weeks in fog on this coast. I know just as many who've had clear weather for their entire cruise (well, not _that_ many). I am a Maineiac and have been for some time, but I can understand why some folks would not agree. I go on my own boat and never have anything that resembles a schedule. I would say your short list should include Southern New England and Penobscot Bay, depending on the specifics I mentioned at the beginning of this post. Look for a copy of Bill Robinson's "Places to Cruise." It covers just about all the possible spots on the East Coast (plus some other well known areas). It's long out of print but often available in local libraries. He says it a lot better than I have, although I suspect our conclusions are not very far apart. I agree with most of what Armond says. Exceptions: I would say Maine begins at Cape Elizabeth, not Muscongus Bay. There are some lovely anchorages in Casco Bay if you are willing to sail north for some distance, and aren't trying to make time along the coast. Richmond Island, at Cape Elizabeth, offers a pleasant anchorage even if you are trying to make time along the coast. Same for the Sheepscot River. Cruising in September, we have had as many as 13 days straight of super-clear weather. When Labor Day is early, we have often arrived to meet thick fog, sometimes lasting 2 or 3 days. Usually clear for the remaining time. Rodney Myrvaagnes NYC J36 Gjo/a "Religious wisdom is to wisdom as military music is to music." |
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On Sat, 17 Jan 2004 22:20:01 GMT, Mark Borgerson
wrote: In article , jeffmo@nospam-at-all- sv-loki.com says... If you can handle a somewhat more challenging environment, Maine is the absolute best summer cruising ground on the East Coast. I've always wanted to cruise that area. I've even got a chart of the lower Damariscotta and Kennebunk rivers on the wall. However, I have heard that one should be wary of the black fly season---whenever that is. After years of cruising in the nearly insect-free San Juan and Gulf Islands, I never even think to inquire whether a charter boat has screens. I have had a couple of really distressing mosquito attacks in Maine, but I have never, in 25 years of cruising, experienced black flies on a boat. But, IIRC, the season may be in June? We have cruised Maine in mid May, July, and (mostly) September. Black flies are horrible. I have been eaten by them in the White Mountains of NH. Rodney Myrvaagnes NYC J36 Gjo/a "Religious wisdom is to wisdom as military music is to music." |
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