Reviews from Douglas Wilson (1)

Anchorage Review for Neuse River - South River (Eastman Creek)

Reviewed by: Douglas Wilson, Odyssey, on Nov 20, 2020
Vessel Type: Sail
LOA: 47'
Draft: 6.5'

Anchored for 3 nights recently at the south side of the entrance to Eastman Creek (9' depth on chart). Initially a moderate SE wind down the river with great holding and a little chop, but comfortable. 2nd night, at 3:30am, I woke up to motion 30 seconds before the anchor alarm went off on my phone. The wind had shifted 180 to the NW, blowing 20 kts directly up the river, and pushing me directly toward the lee shore. Took the 65lb. Mantus 10 or 20 feet to reset in the soft mud, putting me in 7 feet of water (just enough). I should have allowed a little more room between me and shore, but it worked out! Except for the occasional recreational fishing boat, had the river all to myself. Extremely peaceful and quiet!

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