18 Mar
2015
18 Mar
'15
2:25 p.m.
Cruised the upper Pasquotank River from Elizabeth City NC to just short of the Virginia border. Elizabeth City has a nice ramp with secure parking & free overnight docks near the city center. The trip to the Dismal Swamp canal involves three draw bridges and a lock. The opening at South Mills was delayed 10 minutes. The reverse on the 2 HP Honda is not well suited for holding a stationary position in a narrow canal with a foul current. The stern was constantly being pushed off towards overhanging trees. I eventually put the bow up-current & the boat held perfectly. The Dismal Swamp canal offers several landings where one or more boats can tie-up for the night.