Approaching Kittery planned to go to the Kittery Landing Marina. Warned about very aggressive tides but really had no clue! Because of the tides there are only two times a day to arrive and/or depart for a vessel like Windrunner. While
at the dock we understood why when we finally relaxed and were able to see the rushing river! If it wasn't for Captain Tom insisting on guiding you in for docking, things could get ugly fast. (Boating can be fun......)Inclement weather forced us to stay longer then anticipated. Left on the morning tide of July 8th to rendezvous with the rest of the fleet. Gray day -started out with head winds that shifted to beam winds with increasing winds and seas, coupled with the rain, made for a very dramatic day! Landed at a cheap dock with no water, no electric which required making 180 degree turn in a 50 foot slip with a 45 foot boat. Thank God for bow thrusters! (Some of the crew headed for drinks, as soon as the lines were tied.)
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