November 14th- Beaufort to Bull Creek SC
We purposely left Beaufort a little later than normal to catch the ebb tide down the Beaufort River. Our goal was Isle of Hope but due to the demolition of the Causton Bluffs bridge we needed to split up the voyage. The demolition crew only allows passage at certain times of the day so it’s all about timing. We had a boisterous sail down the river and across Port Royal Sound. Wind gusts were clocking over 25 knots. Evergreen flew right along under Genoa alone.
Rhiannon on the Beaufort River.
We anchored in Bull Creek for the evening so we’d be a short distance from Causton bluffs tomorrow. While it was windy and we were mostly surrounded by marsh we had an island with trees blocking most of the north wind.
We were a bit muddy by the time we returned to Evergreen.
Evergreen, Rhiannon, and a catamaran anchored on Bull Creek. We look like we’re all bunched together but it was just the camera angle.
November 15th- Bull Creek SC to Isle of Hope/ Savannah GA
Today was also breezy and punctuated with rain. The tide was very high and made the marsh look flooded out. We didn’t have to worry about going aground in the shallow spots.
We made it through the former Causton Bluffs bridge. It was mostly gone so perhaps we wouldn’t have been held up if we arrived earlier. We aren’t in a rush so it was nice to try out a new anchorage anyway (Bull Creek).
Along the way we passed through Thunderbolt and saw several boats docking at the marinas. Wind and rain are predicted for the next few days and many boats are trying to get out of the weather.
The Pride of Baltimore. A fast looking schooner.
We ended the day at Isle of Hope Marina. Evergreen was here last spring and we really enjoyed the area. It’s a nice spot to wait out some inclement weather and get some R & R.
November 16th and 17th- Isle of Hope/ Savannah GA
Evergreen and Rhiannon sat on the dock for a few days. We resupplied with groceries, fuel, and water. Did some boat chores and started the Bahamas paperwork. I applied for an FCC license as I plan on an upgrade to our electronics in Vero Beach. A big part of our stop was a trip to the Sandfly Barbecue for Brunswick Stew. Excellent! I believe this is the best barbecue place I’ve eaten at. We stocked up on extra Brunswick Stew and smoked chicken. Rhiannon also took us out for linner (lunch/ dinner) at Drift Away Cafe. I keep saying I have to order something other than a Reuben Sandwich for lunch and yet I order a Reuben every time it’s on the menu. Maybe I should write a coffee table book about Reuben Sandwiches. It was very good. I also got to try crab stew, which was also excellent (lots of crab meat).
We walked Ollie around the local neighborhood when the rain paused. He met another boat dog and made friends. This is not always the case. Jackson is an Australian Shepherd rescue. He is fearful of strangers but got along great with Ollie.
Eventually the rain stopped and the sun came out. We enjoyed our stay at Isle of Hope!
Some scenes from Isle of Hope.
Not sure why, but this camera can take some nice night pictures. Some of the locals string lights from the live oaks.
Book exchange.
Finally, the sun came out.
Evergreen- tied to the dock at Isle of Hope Georgia.