Finally got all the projects on the commissioning list done, most important was the engine, new exhaust and belts, change fuel filters, check fluids. Today was up the mast to inspect the rig and install an new antenna. Replace a broken sail slide and hoist and check all the reef lines ect....

Afternoon was spent stowing gear, calibrating the new depth sounder, and such.

So tomorrow morning I will get underway for Beaufort Town Docks to get fuel and await the next weather window that will allow me to make Charleston, SC. This morning it was looking good for a fast sail on Sunday afternoon into Tuesday. Tonight NOAA and the grib charts are not speaking the same language. NOAA has the winds fair thru Wed. and the grib charts fair through Tuesday morning and then going foul. So who is right? We'll see how the forecasts change over the next 36 hours and then make a decision.

Until then I am going to try and enjoy tomorrows 20 mile passage across the Nuese River and down Adams Creek to Beaufort. Away from Oriental at last!