DAYS 6-8: Chesapeake City to Cape May, NJ


Chesapeake City to Cape May NJ ANCHORAGE: 14.0 mph; 72.4 miles; 5:10 hours
Cape May Anchorage to Utsch's Marina: 0 mph; 0 miles; 0 hours


West of Coast Guard Station, Cape May ANCHORAGE
When crossing the Delaware River and Bay, it felt so lonesome and unforgiving. There is nothing to see or hear and I really missed the Chesapeake Bay. 

Jim is having the time of his life! He really loves this crazy stuff! The wind and tide were major hurdles and we needed to time everything ‘just right’. After what seemed like forever, we saw the canal to Cape May and the dolphin guided us in. We anchored west of the Coast Guard station and felt the waves of the busy channel the rest of the day and into the night. 

The next morning, we woke to find ourselves anchored just off course of the Around the Cape Paddle. The event was put together by Desatnick, a surfer, who was told he would never walk again. All funds go toward helping people with spinal injuries.  If you could paddle something, there was a group for you. Just fantastic. Loved the enthusiasum from each participant. 



Utsch's Marina
Well GOOD MORNING from the Coast Guard’s bugle blowing reviraly and the National Anthem at dark o’thirty.

Once the paddlers were past us, we scooted over to Utsch’s Marina. The starboard engine decided to act up a little - need to eyeball that. What a great marina! We were greeted by seasoned boaters and given a Welcome Bag: locally crafted wine, handmade soap, and biscotti. The bag was nice but they had me at hot showers and laundry ... I am in heaven. Jim and I walked the 5+ miles to the beach through historic Cape May. My favorite place to eat is Lazy Bones - everything about the place was perfect.

Cione Gelato is the ONLY place to go for gelato in Cape May. She is a master with flavors!

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