The wind gods didn’t cooperative today on our travels from Bodkin Creek to Annapolis so we fired up the engine, motored under the Bay Bridge around 11:00 am and into familiar and the sailor friendly waters of Annapolis Bay. About four fleets of boats were visible on the horizon - from the littlest Optis, to intercollegiate lasers and 420’s, and finally to larger keel boats. We also passed astern of eight tankers anchored in the bay on our way into Spa Creek. It was exciting to see all the boats out even if there wasn’t much action due to the lack of wind. We followed another boat through the Spa Creek draw bridge and spent about an hour trying to find an anchorage that was at least 75 feet from any shore and large enough for Juno, We finally settled on the eastern most spot, in view of the draw and right in the middle of the creek and dropped anchor to crowd cheers from the Navy football game that could be heard in the distance. Enjoyed lunch in the cockpit and then we parted ways - Harry to West Marine to retrieve parts for the rigging and me to town for a little shopping. An hour or two later and after a short rain shower, we met up again, changed clothes, and were heading to the Boat Yard in Easton for dinner with Hal and Tammy Whitacre. It was our first time meeting Tammy, Hal’s new wife and she was so friendly and delightful to talk with, it seemed like we were old friends. Hal a former teammate from our days on the Michigan sailing team, filled us in on his latest boat designs, car racing, and on their imminent plans to relocate to Green Bay Wisconsin. We felt fortunate to have caught up with Hal and Tammy before their departure and chatted so long that we ended up closing down the restaurant.
Our view from anchor in Spa Creek
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