I've been pushing my experiences this summer. I've been sailing solo and have sailed to nearby marinas to spend the night, and have anchored out over night a couple of times in areas I know (I would equate these anchor out nights to "backyard camping"). I'm planning a trip next week, with one crew who sails but less experience than I have. Given the forecasted wind at this point, my trip will be Hampton to Cape Charles then to Mobjack Bay for a short 3 day trip. I had planned to do MB first then CC but it seems the winds would make the reverse route more pleasant, if the forecast holds.
In Mobjack bay I would like to anchor out in either the East or North Rivers. Leaning toward the East River. I'm looking for advice on anchoring out in these tributaries where the space between shore and channel appears tight. These are anchorages and are popular places to anchor, I've just never done it. You're obviously not supposed to anchor in the channel, so what should I be looking for, how to anchor safely in theses spots.
I've done research on the questions but what I find is more about setting the anchor. Thanks for helping me expand my experiences!
Jay
In Mobjack bay I would like to anchor out in either the East or North Rivers. Leaning toward the East River. I'm looking for advice on anchoring out in these tributaries where the space between shore and channel appears tight. These are anchorages and are popular places to anchor, I've just never done it. You're obviously not supposed to anchor in the channel, so what should I be looking for, how to anchor safely in theses spots.
I've done research on the questions but what I find is more about setting the anchor. Thanks for helping me expand my experiences!
Jay