Beaufort to Swan Point

We ran the gauntlet between small fishing boats, a couple of large fishing boats, other southbound sailors, and Camp Lejeune firing-range:

We did find our dream home among the mega-mansions that lined the waterway:



Once past the Onslow Beach Highway Bridge at Mile Marker 240:

We had planned to anchor in Mile Hammock Bay, however when we got there the Inn was full - very crowded anchorge.  So, we proceeded on to Swan Point Marina and a high wind landing.  Swan Point Marina is a little long in the tooth, but has a friendly staff. 

Our social butterfly kicked in and we met a very charming French Canadian couple on a Nova Scotia lobster boat inspired trawler that the wife had done a great job designing a elegant industrial interior.  Next we went for drinks on the last Manta 42' catamaran produced.  Some may recall we seriously considered buying a Manta as our retirement sailing platform.  Unfortunately, due to the wife's change of heart, this Manta is for sale.  Pollie is thinking that this is too wierd we ran into this boat, Hmmm...

Tomorrow, Wilmington.