Daily Log Entry July 1 2012

Departure: Cape May, NJ  Date:  07-01-12                                  Time:  0800

Arrival:  Delaware City, DE      Time:  1745

Date:  07-01-12

Water Level:  Ebbing

Wind Direction:  S-SW

Wind Speed:  7-10mph

Sea State:  Calm/Light chop

Weather:  Hazzy/Sunny

Air Temp:  95 degrees

Water Temp:  86 degrees

Way Point:  DEL 1

Latitude:  N 39  33.83

Longitude:  W075  32.79

Avg. Speed:  6.7 knots (+-)

Max. Speed:  8.4 knots

Total Engine Hours:  456.8

Fuel:  10 gal    Price: $3.79

Miles Traveled:  62

Total Miles:  2085.1

Logged By:  SGC

Notes:  Expected to have the current with us going on the Delaware River after half way, flooding did not catch us until about 1545.  Winds were 7-10 until about 1200 then calmed and muggy heat took over making it uncomfortable.  Winds picked back up at 1400.  At 2800 rpms we crossed the bay and river in about 10 hours at 6+ knots.  Other than the two hours when it was hot and muggy, it was pleasant trip across.  Saw several large ships, barges plus some sailboats.  Docked at the Delaware City Marina to wait to cross the C & D Canal in the morning.  Took on 10 gal fuel in jerry jugs.  Did laundry.  Air conditioning felt good after the long hot day. Note, Tim at Delaware City Marina takes wonderful care of  cruisers, giving advice on currents and tides, staying up late, even calling the local restaurant to let them know someone is headed over for dinner.