Bridge Tender Marina

Monday - We wanted to get to Wrightsville Beach from Coquina. Usually, a good ride. This day the wind was strong and the Cape Fear River had an ebb tide. The south west wind caused less problems then a wind that had a longer fetch. It took some extra time to get through the river which made up waves about 3-4 foot. After this ride, we thought a marina was in order. Unfortunately, we chose Bridge Tender. Tide was running 3.4mph with a wind of 15 knots in the same direction. Our space was on the fuel dock very close to the bridge. Thank God for twin engines.
However, our day was to get better. Barbara had arrange to meet our friend Philis and the dock worked out great. Philis was so nice. She provided the complete meal at our boat. Originally, we planned to stay for a few days and that would have allow us to have dinner at Philis' home, but this have changed and we need to get home asap. The next morning, we caught the slack current and low wind conditions. Easy off and turn around, but it was 6:30am, earliest time we got started.