April 26th, 2011- Checked NOAA and there was a large storm front slowly making its way across the country. It was predicted to reach the shores of the east coast in a few days. We decided that we needed to have a good travel day and get passed the Charleston Harbor Inlet. It's one of our last 'big' sounds for South Carolina and we could spend the next few days on the ICW if it 'just rains'. The chatter over the radio was the weather, and discussions about where all the boats were planning to stop. Afternoon thundershowers were again being predicted.
From Charleston to Georgetown there are very few marinas but there are great anchorages if you need to duck in somewhere. We knew exactly where we could tuck in if necessary. Well just as we passed a little town named MacLellanville the skies began to change and change very quickly. The clouds rolled in and off in the distance we could see that the thunderstorms were definitely on their way. It was a fast moving system, so plans to make Georgetown, SC was scrapped and we made plans to anchor in a very protected spot in Minim Creek. We had just started to drop the hook when the rains began and claps of thunder boomed. We made short work of setting the anchor and quickly ducked for cover. We were secure, and enjoyed a warm tasty dinner aboard the boat. That night we discovered that we were able to pick up ABC Dancing with the stars.... illimination night and we're both routing for Kirstie Alley to stay on the show.
From Charleston to Georgetown there are very few marinas but there are great anchorages if you need to duck in somewhere. We knew exactly where we could tuck in if necessary. Well just as we passed a little town named MacLellanville the skies began to change and change very quickly. The clouds rolled in and off in the distance we could see that the thunderstorms were definitely on their way. It was a fast moving system, so plans to make Georgetown, SC was scrapped and we made plans to anchor in a very protected spot in Minim Creek. We had just started to drop the hook when the rains began and claps of thunder boomed. We made short work of setting the anchor and quickly ducked for cover. We were secure, and enjoyed a warm tasty dinner aboard the boat. That night we discovered that we were able to pick up ABC Dancing with the stars.... illimination night and we're both routing for Kirstie Alley to stay on the show.
Saying Good bye to Charleston
Square Lighthouse
Ben Sawyer Swing Bridge
Interesting anchoring
Dark Grey Clouds rolling in,, rain off in the distance
Outrunning the storm!
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