Matawoman Anchorage to Washington D.C.

Saturday, September, 10. Mattawoman anchorage to Washington DC

Anchor up with mud on the chain, but no other issues.  We headed north on the River with a destination of Mount Vernon.  We left early and called ahead to arrange for space on their public dock and our plans paid off.  Both boats fit on the dock, we were there by 10am, and disembarked to tour Mt Vernon, which was Washington's home.  The estate and house was magnificent.  Washington was a wealthy man and his property, farm, grounds and house displayed that wealth. The view from the porch facing the Potomac River was very special as we got to sit in chairs and enjoy the sights.  Once back aboard we headed into Washington DC.  The airport runway ends right at the river so watching the air traffic was fun.  We found Gangplank Marina, tied to the mooring ball and settled in for our stay.  A wonderful dinner by Pam, testing a new shrimp recipe, was a hit; as was cocktails on the back deck enjoying the lights on the waterfront of our Nations Capital.

Mt. Vernon from the front

A handsome couple enjoying the history lesson

Colletta, Pam and John Short our cruzin' buddies on George's porch

The view from the front porch of the Potomac River. Spectacular!

George' teeth were not wooden but silver with assorted teeth in them

Greeek's Folly and Short Vacation take up the whole free dock at
Mt. Vernon. Very cool to visit in your own boat.

Pam and John