Made the trip to Kiptopeke Inn with the company of Bill Fowler. Found the Kiptopeke Inn reluctant to take my dog even though pet friendly for less than $10 a day in addition to the monthly rate. Ok, may be able to deal with that. Wanted to put a 7 cu foot chest freezer in the room for ice/fish storage, but maybe? How to run the electric to charge the boat must be through an alcove and to the rear of the motel. Most all the first floor door locks are broken off and/or show evidence of break in. Do I trust to leave my boat? What to do with the bait tank for the eels. Seems like I'll have to put the tank in the bathroom or there abouts and use a receptical close by as it would be difficult and near impossible to maintain security outside. Then, how to get the electric to the boat. Seems like the Honda EU2000 generator is the only option. The K I said they would call about answering my questions, but it didn't happen.
Tried Kelly's in Cape Charles for lunch and it's as great as ever. Never wanting for more to eat for lunch or dinner - just great food and generous portions. Dinner includes grilled salmon, huge/thick slices of prime rib, fish and chips, and even a Volcano (Pork Ribs arranged appropriately) of pork barbecue. My lumpfin crab cake sandwich with brie sat atop a 1/2 pound hamburger cooked to my perfection. The sanwich stood a full 5 inches tall . . . now way! Sure was! A huge glass of dopplebock and another of Guiness with the sandwich went about $25, modest in today's economy. I assure anyone that the crap sold at StingRays will cost just as much and won't be any where as memorable to encourage a return. Of course, Cape Charles is a touristy destination and has lots of shops that will make most women want to empty a purse of $s. :)
Checked with Shore Stay Suites and they want $500 a week this year and $149 a night. BUT, also indicated that they expected to raise the rate before December . . .
Managed to stop at Oceans East 2 (5785Northampton Blvd, VA Beach) 23455, 757 464 6544 and found some gloves that might keep my hands warm on the bay in December. Called Calcutta, they seem to be made of insulation and water proof. Also got a huge package of Kamagatsu #8/0 circle hooks and a dozen or so #4 stainless ball bearing swivels with welded rings. Owner hooks seem much more substantial for some reason. Guess I'll have to see if I ever get a hook straightend.'
Later, stopped at the Hampton Bass Pro shop and bought another Sumano TLD 20. They were out of the Okuma Sorrento that I wanted. The TLD 20 has all the features I want in a lever drag reel and I may stop next trip and buy another to fill my want of 8 complete rods. Already got about 18 leaders assembled with 40 pound fluorocarbon and ball bearing swivels with various size hooks. Takes time to tie hooks/swivels on the water and cold fingers make it almost impossible.
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