Geoff Schultz wrote:
I do understand the concept of controlling depth. I will also state
that I've never had a log bump until going through the Dismal Swamp
canal.

Well, that certainly makes it the canal's fault.


.... There's also
all of the tanins in the water which makes it look like coffee. That
will leave a beard.

That's true most places between Daytona and Barnegat. And it won't leave
a stain if you wax your hull.


If I wouldn't have been forced to divert to Elizabeth City, I wouldn't
have gone through the Dismal Swamp Canal.

Geoff, why do you cruise? You don't seem to enjoy it, all you do is
complain about your gear and the awful places you go.

The Dismal Swamp is of historical interest and still has some lovely
undeveloped spots. The Pasquotank River is one of the prettiest &
wildest places left along the whole ICW.

Fresh Breezes- Doug King