Statue of Liberty

Saturday
we had a relaxed day which included provisioning the boat for the return journey with shopping at Chelsea Market, a brief tour around Times Square then we returned to Prairie Gold and sailed down to the Statue of Liberty. It was a beautiful sail and an awesome view.

On returning to the marina we were able to hook up our auxillary power which allowed a night of air conditioning. More than anything it allowed background noise because the bar and restaurant adjacent to the marina had been fully booked, and was closed to the public, for a big party.

In the evening we went to ground zero, an inspiring visit. The new tower is half way erected, and it is clear it will be a huge part of Manhattan's future skyline. I look forward to coming back and seeing it again.

We ate at a Belgian restaurant came back to Prairie Gold for a nightcap and early bed. Just as we were about to turn in we saw a powerboat come into the marina with two coastguards on board, followed by a coastguard boat. Then a second powerboat in a similar situation came to dock. Both boats were immediately behind us and the skipper of each boat successfully docked their boat. This marina is not the simplest for docking so we assumed that they must have passed the sobriety test. But no, after docking tests were done, and tickets were written.

This morning is laundry time and we are finishing clean up and pack up for crew switch this evening. Rachel is on her way up from Philadelphia today, so we will sail on the Hudson with her and hope to take her to see the grand lady!