Reviews from Jani Parker (13)

Free Dock Review for Deltaville Public Dock

Reviewed by: Jani Parker on May 30, 2018
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 3

This dock is rough and can be hard to get off and on but no one seems to mind if you tie up there. Just stay out of the way of the workboats that sometimes unload here.

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Marina Review for Safe Harbor Stingray Point

Reviewed by: Jani Parker on May 29, 2018
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

We are slip holders here and especially enjoy the well-kept pool, the well-tended grounds and the three clean bathhouses. Excellent wind and wake protection during the worst storms. The dockmaster (Lisa) is very responsive and the facility has won "Best of the Bay" several times. The on-site Stingray Point Lighthouse Replica is an exact, full-scale recreation of the original 1858 lighthouse that stood watch at Stingray Point.

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Anchorage Review for Great Wicomico River - Cockrell Creek (Shell Landing)

Reviewed by: Jani Parker on May 29, 2018
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.0'

This is our "go to" anchorage in Reedville. Be sure to anchor outside the channel. Small boats speed in and out of the creeks, so best to avoid those too. Both restaurants (Crazy Crab and Tommys) have dinghy docks but expect you to eat with them. Maybe ask at Tommys about leaving your dinghy at their extensive dock while you stroll the Main St. No shopping or provisions but a popular ice cream store and, of course, the "must see" museum.

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Marina Review for Reedville Marina & Crazy Crab Restaurant

Reviewed by: Jani Parker on May 29, 2018
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Took the dinghy in for dinner on the back porch. Lovely views and great food. Very friendly staff.

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Anchorage Review for San Domingo Creek

Reviewed by: Jani Parker on May 29, 2018
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.0'

Easy access to town dock (look for the workboats) at St. Michaels. Friendly locals on a workboat greeted us as we rowed in. From there, 3 block walk will get you to the Old Mill area with a cafe, winery, distillery and brewery, plus all that Talbot St. has to offer.

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Marina Review for Harbor Island Marina

Reviewed by: Jani Parker on May 29, 2018
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Stopped for diesel. Pump was easy to access and the price was good. Dockmaster provided lots of history and useful information on the island.

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Anchorage Review for Solomons Island Basin

Reviewed by: Jani Parker on May 29, 2018
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.0'

Not crowded, likely due to the Tiki Bar and Sargent's Grill being permanently closed and for sale. (Dock is still there.) Convenient to restaurants.

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Marina Review for Safe Harbor Zahnisers

Reviewed by: Jani Parker on May 29, 2018
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

Took a mooring with no regrets! Used the free bicycles to visit the nearby West Marine and explore the island. Had dinner at the on-site Dry Dock, which was remarkably good. All staff we encountered were very friendly and facilities were clean. Has a nice, park-like setting, even though it is obviously a working boatyard.

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Anchorage Review for Little Wicomico River - Ellyson Creek

Reviewed by: Jani Parker on May 29, 2018
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.0'

Anchored farther up (beyond ferry) due to proliferation of crab pots (and workboats). Saw 5 feet MLW in the inlet. Shoal outside the inlet was more of a concern.

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Marina Review for Somers Cove Marina

Reviewed by: Jani Parker on Jun 27, 2017
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 5

What a lovely facility! Friendly and modern. We were located on a wide floating dock. Staff was extremely helpful with docking and at check-in. Nice pool and loaner bikes. Multiple clean bath houses. We even got complimentary Smith Island cake samples! Close to waterfront and restaurants (which are mostly closed on Monday and Tuesday).

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Anchorage Review for Great Wicomico River - Cockrell Creek (East)

Reviewed by: Jani Parker on Jun 27, 2017
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.0'

No cell service. Quiet and peaceful. Can dinghy to Tommys and tie up for lunch or dinner. Or dinghy to seafood retail store on opposite shore. Some wakes from local boats.

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Marina Review for Port of Salisbury Marina

Reviewed by: Jani Parker on Jun 27, 2017
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.0'

Rating: 4

Friendly and clean and close to restaurants and a wonderful free municipal zoo. Worth the beautiful 20-mile trip up the river.

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Marina Review for Ocean Yacht Marina

Reviewed by: Jani Parker , Lorelei, on Aug 21, 2016
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 31'
Draft: 4.5'

Rating: 5

Our third stay at Ocean Yacht and it gets better and better. Friendly staff, clean, air-conditioned restrooms/showers and the new lounge are all noteworthy. There is no better way to catch a concert at Portsmouth Pavillion than to dock here! Sit in your cockpit and listen to sound check before ambling over. Excellent!

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