Solomons to Oxford

On Saturday we departed our anchorage on St. Marys River. A breeze was blowing which got stronger as we headed back toward the Potomac River. We debated turning around but decided to continue on.  We encountered a few areas of rough water but by the time we got back to the Chesapeake Bay and turned north it smoothed out. Sunday morning was foggy, we departed with ¾ mile visibility to head across the bay to Oxford, Maryland to see our friends, Janice and John Elerding.  It was a smooth ride and, as we turned up the Tred Avon River leading to Oxford, the sun broke through.  A sure sign of the wonderful visit ahead.

Sunshine on the Tred Avon

 As we turned into Town Creek we called John and Janice and when we tied up at Campbell's Town Creek Marina they came down to the dock to meet us.  

Campbell's Town Creek Marina

Janice and John

  

We had a fantastic visit with them.  We toured their beautiful home and they showed us around their charming town.  Dinner that evening was at Latitude 38 with fabulous food.   An adorable 15 year old boy served the bread and kept our water glasses filled, we are sure has a future in theater! The next two days were filled with laughs and wonderful times seeing more of the area.  We found a delicious Mexican restaurant and Harry paid off a bet by buying ice cream at Scottish Highland Creamery (fabulous)! 

A Bet Between Friends

We rode the Oxford-Bellevue Ferry, believed to be the oldest privately operated ferry in the country, started in 1683. 

Oxford-Bellevue Ferry

 When it was time for us to leave, we were able to extend our visit a bit more by having them ride with us to St. Michaels.  
 

On Our Way to St. Michaels

How Did John Get So Wet?

 It was a beautiful day and we all enjoyed the ride and the wonderful lunch at the Town Dock Restaurant.  We hated to see them leave but we look forward to the next time we will be together.  We will move on to Annapolis tomorrow.

St. Michaels