Bob's right about the fog, although personally I've never been pinned
down for a number of days - but it can happen. It has been so thick
that I could not see the bow of the (38') boat from the wheel,
however, although once it's anywhere near that dense this detail is
pretty irrelevant. Even so, with radar and a gps - and some
preplanning - you can move around fine. Many folks do, including the
lobstermen, so there is traffic out there in almost all conditions.
You can get some relief from the fog by getting near land, e.g., Fox
Island Thoroughfare, or up some of the rivers, but this may not be
convenient for you. I suspect that the northern part of Penobscott
Bay is less susceptible to fog, but certainly not immune.
Thick fog can indeed make it tricky to see and avoid the lobster pot
buoys, particularly the ones with "toggles" on them that you find
much more numerous east of North Haven/Vinelhaven.
In spite of all this stuff, you'll have a blast. Maine is the nicest
cruising area I've ever experienced. Alas, the sailing season is a
bit short. Hal
At 9:30 AM -0400 7/31/08, Stephen Petri wrote:
Thanks to all who gave suggestions. We are looking over the
recommendations on the charts and cruising guides. I'll let you
guys know what plan we come up with.
One question, what is the fog predominantly like? Pea soup, heavy
haze? Does it burn off or hang around all day and night?
--
Stephen Petri
S/V Witchcraft, Ranger 33 No. 161
<http://www.teamwitchcraft.com/>http://www.teamwitchcraft.com
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of caleb
crosby
Sent: Tuesday, July 29, 2008 11:00 AM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [Liveaboard] Maine Cruising Reccomendations
Alan's advice is very good. I live in Belfast and cruise the
Penobscot- Castine is the spot, the marked anchorages there are
pretty sweet as is the town.
Caleb Crosby
Belfast ME
27 Bristol
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