10/28/15 Edisto to Beaufort, SC - Feldmans

Wednesday, 10/28 - Edisto River Anchorage to Beaufort, SC

"Wow, this is soooo great!"

It rained off and on through the night at our anchorage and the wind clocked around from the ENE to the south as predicted so our chosen spot on the river worked out well to protect us from the wind. With an exceptionally strong current to keep Samba centered on our anchor chain, we had a relaxing and peaceful night on the hook.

The river was so muddy, we figured we would have a mess on our hands as we brought up the anchor. However, it was actually fairly clean.

Carol showed Jim where to move the boat as she raised the
anchor while Stan hosed off the chain.

The anchor wasn't too bad.
Notice the raincoats!

Though our trip today is only about 28 miles, it was important to leave by 9:00 in order to transit a number of skinny spots at mid tide or higher. At low tide, they have been reported to be 3' deep but with a tide swing of 7' to 10', we figure we'll be OK.

Bro & Sis enjoying the ride

This harrier jet gave us quite a show. After doing a
number of touch & go passes, he dropped down to
the landing strip & then raised straight up through the
trees before kicking into gear & heading off. This was
at a Marine base next to the intracoastal waterway.

After lowering our antennae, we were able to pass under
this 30' swing bridge in Beaufort

Beaufort, SC

This is Jim the draft horse. Not to be confused with Jim the,
"just call me mule" variety. LOL

After tying up at the downtown marina, we found a carriage ride tour of the historical district.

The old homes here are beautiful but sometimes
difficult to see with all the Spanish moss & foliage

Built in 1798, Beaufort's arsenal sported a couple of cannons
that were never used

Everyone needs a mermaid as their town mascot!

There are amazing live oak trees all over town

Thanking Jim for his hard work

Playing around on this old
carriage step

We loved the gardens behind many of the homes

Heading back to our slip at the end of the dock

A little sunshine & a lot of walking makes for a tired girl!

Di gave Carol her birthday present before
we got dressed for dinner ...

A beautiful shawl

Enjoying some local raw oysters before dinner!