The trip up the rest of the ICW from North Carolina was mostly uneventful. Lots and lots of motoring and many anchorages in small backwater places. The waterway is mostly swampy, muddy water, but it was still an enjoyable experience. Once I got into the Chesapeake, the game changed. The water in the Chesapeake was

Today I am hiding from some strong wind that is coming in directly on the nose. The forecast called for 20 knot winds and it was holding up to be true. I found a secure anchorage just off the ICW on my way north through NC where I could hide out for a few hours