Mobjack Bay

July 6-7. Mobjack Bay-Ware River and East River

Upon leaving the York River, we saw 6 dolphin who played in our bow wake. This is the first dolphin spotting in quite some time. The ride to Mobjack bay was calm and the water was flat, it was also warm.we anchored,Tom dropped the dinghy and he went exploring while Colletta just did nothing.  We all  joined Pam and John in their dinghy and went exploring. We went further up the river and into additional small creeks and enjoyed the view of comfortable homes.  As the boys finish sucking their last dozen oysters we noticed that Greeks Folly had swung around and we were now in less than 2 feet of water and sitting on the bottom. Tom did not seem concerned and we waited till the tide can in before making a decision as to move. After docktails on In Speyered, and the boat was floating, and the sudden thunderstorm, we decided to stay put till morning.

Leaving the Ware river in the morning was an easy escape even in the hot weather. We took a pleasant ride up the North river to view the sites -which includes large luxurious homes and the Elmington mansion. Temperature and heat index continued to rise as we explored more of Mobjack Bay.  On the east river we anchored at the mouth of Put-in-creek. Once again we joined Jon and Pam in their dinghy to explore the area.  There are no navigation markers where we were exploring, so we did run aground in 2 feet water a couple of times.  No damage done but the captain did get harassed.  Back on th boat we relaxed, read, napped and enjoyed the peaceful setting.  The osprey are very plentiful and many nests are close by.  They are extremely protective of they "homes" and are often heard chirping and squaking loudly to their mate. They are proficient fishing birds and can often be seen with their catch in their claws.

Elmington Manison

another tough day on the voyage

Oyster men working their trade