This weekend’s trip was from Boston over to Gloucester, MA
to find a new location. We had previously been to Cape Ann’s marina but never
to the heart of Gloucester. Winds were 10-15kts from the SW which, since we
were heading NE put us down wind for the whole trip. It turned out to be a
relaxing sail in which making lunch was a breeze, no pun intended, given zero
heal.
Gloucester is the heart of the fishing industry and the
location for the “Perfect Storm” movie and of course the TV series “Wicked Tuna”.
Much of the fishing industry has disappeared and it is only a fraction of what
it used to be. When speaking to the employee Greg at Brown’s marine in east
Gloucester he said that catching tuna in the 80s was easy. Kids would go out in
a 20 foot boat and haul in a $20,000 tuna. Last year it was difficult to catch
a tuna, which caused problems for the wicked tuna show, although he says that
this years catch has been better.
From Brown’s marine we took a walk north and saw some
interesting scenes (see junk art beneath). But the best walk was south to Rocky
Neck Art Colony. There were several art places open as well as restaurants and
bars. We ate at “The Studio” restaurant which has deck seating overlooking the
water. Rather than wait in line we sat at the bar – we had a good water view
all day, so it wasn’t essential.
There is a great water taxi service but it ends at 5pm!
Seems a little silly in summer. When we were back at the boat after walking
home a water taxi came right to the dock late in the evening. I guess there
must be another service. If any knows which it is please leave a comment.
heading in to Gloucester
Just docked
Guess where Prairie Gold is located - clue: we are both dual citizens
Art?
Whynott!
Now if it was last gas and IPA I might fill up
Rocky Neck
Now there were some tuna
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