Sunday November 9, Demopolis to Bashi Creek

Departed at 0 dark thirty (0545).  The lock 3 miles downriver prefers everyone to lock thru together.  There was a group of 4 other boats who left together with us and headed for the lock.  The boats were Twelve Stones, Endeavor, Simpatico, Miss Hadley, Sea Fever and Greeks Folly.  A tow just exited the lock so the lock was waiting for us; we were locked thru by 0646.  At 0948, we passed a southbound tow Heloise at mm189.  The river is very twisty from here on south, so the tow slowed down to allow us to get around him.  The ride was uneventful, scenic and a beautiful trip.  Both the captain and first mate each took a nap – but at different times.  A lot of turtles in this part of the river, the high count are nine on a log. (I lead an exciting life)  Arrived at our anchorage at 1500 at Bashi Creek overflow and anchored on the river.  Put out a bow and stern anchor for good holding.  At 1720, the tow Heloise caught up with us and passed us so we can anticipate seeing him on down the river. 

Anchored o

Anchored out of the channel at Bashi Creek Overflow. The next morning a little fog. So we wait until it burns off.