Bridge comment on CSX Transportation Bridge

Comment by: Paul Cianciolo on Jul 26, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 37'

Going upriver, stay on the right. The water is pretty rocky and shallow on the other side. During the week, the sand barge comes through, so be prepared. It is also a no-wake zone.

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Anchorage Review for Oxford - Tred Avon River

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on Jul 26, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Had to try a few times to set the anchor. Another boat was having the same issues. The boat traffic going past (very closely) doesn't like to slow down, so there is a bit of a wake.

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Anchorage Review for Miles River - St. Michaels

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on Jul 26, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

The main anchorage was a bit windy, so we went right in near the marinas where there is room for a few boats to anchor. The water taxi is the best part of this spot.

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Anchorage Review for Rhode River - High Island South

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on Jun 18, 2023
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

This is a great anchorage. There are two mooring balls near shore.

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Anchorage Review for Mattawoman Creek Bight

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on Oct 15, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Love anchoring here. Though you need to use a rear anchor to face out, or all the small boats make a big wake going to the ramp around the corner.

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Marina Review for Coles Point Marina and RV Resort

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on Oct 15, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 4

Small area by Tim's to dock next to ramp. The ramp can be entertaining to watch. Good store.

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Marina Review for Hoffmaster's Marina

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on May 4, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

They have a very helpful parts department.

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Marina Review for E-Z Cruz Marina

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on May 4, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Great mechanics with fair prices. We travel here instead of a closer marina for service and the lift to haul out.

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Marina Review for Belmont Bay Marina

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on May 4, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Easy gas when open with crew there to help.

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Anchorage Review for Mattawoman Creek Bight

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on May 3, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

The wake and waves are a bit rough if too far west. It gets weedy in some spots.

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Anchorage Review for Port Tobacco River - Chapel Point

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on May 3, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

This was a bit too exposed.

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Anchorage Review for Breton Bay - Leonardtown

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on May 3, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

If the wind is blowing from the west, it is a bit much. The access to the city dock is nearby.

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Anchorage Review for Breton Bay - Lovers Point Cove

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on May 3, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

It was a bit too open.

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Free Dock Review for Leonardtown Wharf

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on May 3, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Love the town. There's stuff to do. The wall was okay to tie to, but there was a heavy east wind blowing through. It looks like there are floating docks now just before the wall. We were churning up mud going through. It can get shallow.

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Marina Review for Captain Charles Seafood House and Marina

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on May 3, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 2

Tried to go here for fuel, but there is not any. There is a diesel pump out on the dock, but it is not operational.

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Anchorage Review for Port Tobacco River - Deep Point

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on May 3, 2021
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Great spot to anchor. There is a boat ramp with a sandy road at the state park, so sometimes there is a show while people get their trucks stuck in the water.

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Marina Review for Occoquan Harbor Marina

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on Jul 14, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

Best restaraunt in the area.

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Marina Review for Solomons Yachting Center

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on Jul 14, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 5

The marina staff was very helpful when we had to get towed in. They helped get us in a slip on one engine. They also had a mechanic lined up the next day to troubleshoot the issue. The slip was quiet. There are mostly big fishing boats here. There was more political signage on other boats than one would expect. The bathrooms are individual with showers.

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Marina Review for Captain John's Crabhouse & Marina

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on Jul 14, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 4

The marina was easy to access and very quiet on this day. We were the only overnight boat. The crabs were great! Bathroom access is only in the restaurant when open.

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Marina Review for Colonial Beach Yacht Center

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on Jul 14, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Rating: 4

Loved the tiki bar. The transient area is a dock versus a slip. Friendly people. The bathrooms were out of order. There is a strong current that is a bit tricky.

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Anchorage Review for Fairview Beach–Potomac Creek

Reviewed by: Paul Cianciolo on Jun 19, 2020
Vessel Type: Power
LOA: 37'
Draft: 3.0'

Nice place to swim with a good bottom.

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