Broad Creek, off the North River, NC
23 October 2009

Photo shows the early morning light as we followed a barge down the Virginia cut.
We were up at sparrow's fart again today - planning on catching the 7.00am opening of the bridge and getting a jump start on the crazy hoards of boaters. As luck would have it a massive barge came along just as we were pulling away from the dock. By keeping up with the barge (along with 4 other sailboats) we were able to pass through all the restricted bridges without delay. This made it a very easy day for us as it seemed as though we kept ahead of the main traffic all day. We made it to our chosen anchorage in time for tea! The days get nice and warm by the afternoon and we were able to bask in the sunshine and even had a cockpit shower this evening. This is a new anchorage for us - it is really peaceful with no habitation in sight. There are 3 other boats here as well but we are all spaced out nicely. Blessed Spirit decided to continue on a bit later than us and have crossed Albemarle Sound - probably a wise move as the forecast does not look good for crossing the sound tomorrow. At this point however, we are quite content to sit here for a day until the South winds blow out.
Cruiser's notes - Broad Creek anchorage, mile 61.2. About 1.7 miles off ICW. Fairly easy entrance (unmarked) nose your way in and up the creek. Well protected from all directions. Room for 6 - 7 boats. No landing possibilities that we could see.