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Naval History
"katy" wrote in message ... just me wrote: Katy: Good for you! We loved Portsmouth. Stayed there twice this summer. The Wisconsin is a treat to wander about. Rupert Murdocks 230' sailboat was docked next to it when we were there. Is it still there? When we left, we went down the Elizabeth to the Dismal Swamp Canal.. Another interesting experience. "katy" wrote in message ... The kids were down this weekend so we decided the grandgirls needed some historical sightseeing. Went to Portsmouth to show them the lightship and to drive through Olde Town while Grampa narrated the tour from a guide book, then took the ferry across to Norfolk to the Museum of Naval History and to see the Wisconsin. Great display of how boating transmogrified once the steam engine was invented. the ship models were wonderful. Too bad the weather was raw and rainy, but we duked it out and traipsed around anyway...As sailors, we can sit and guffaw all we want about boats with engines, but when you drive around the shipyards and see how we transport by water, it gives a whole new meaning to "motorboat". The girl's also got to see some river barges being pushed down the Elizabeth by a cute little tug that was obviously owned by someone who took a lot of pride in her. No sailboats around at all...moored, anchored, or otherwise. Did you know the Dismal is only 20% of its' original size? The VA Herpetological Society invited us to go on a field trip to corral snakes for their ongoing studies. I think I'll pass on that one... That sounds like a cloth bag full of fun. Max |
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