Crusty Cruise - A Chesapeake Tradition: November 2014

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Report from Gadfly; Fall Crusty 2014

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GfoDKg5PF_s

The official kickoff of the fall 2014 Crusty Cruise was a delicious
spaghetti dinner prepared by master chef Sharon at Chez Chuckies.
The attending crewmen sang an amazingly in tune version of happy
birthday to the last living founder of the Crusty Cruise, Guy,
Beachball Beale via phone on his 90 th birthday.

At 7:45 AM Wednesday, Gadfly departed Regent Pt. Marina with a crew
of Larry McGovern, Charlie J. Maresh, Gordon Glover and son Mike
Glover. Favorable southwest winds faded that evening requiring
assistance from the ironwind when boat speed dropped to 2 knots.
Early Thursday morning a sailable northwest wind allowed anchor drop
at 6:45 AM followed by nightcap and a beautiful harbor sunrise.

After some catchup sleep, Gadfly joined crews of Dog Daze (Cappy Ta)
and Painkiller to celebrate Chuck's birthday at the bars of
Annapolis. At Dockside we were joined by charter captain Billy
Wilson(prior Crusty Cruiser) and first mate Michelle Emmons of
Steppin Up based in St, Thomas. The unexpected arrival of Commodore
Penn Burke(on the injured disabled list) was a big surprise, It was
on to McGarveys for dinner followed by O'Briens for a nightcap that
lasted until the last water taxi run for some. It is my
understanding that the return to the water taxi dock required a
joint effort.

Friday dawned grey and misty but boat show spirits remained elevated
with the help of painkillers. Gadfly enjoyed companionship and a
good onboard meal Friday night while others returned to the
pleasures of the Annapolis scene.

Saturday dawned rainy and blustery from the north. Despite the
weather we enjoyed a rocking and rolling down wind sail to the Great
Wicomico. Engine could not be started off Wicomico Light until the
primary fuel filter was changed. Tied up at the Crazy Crab bulkhead
at Cockrell Creek at approx. 10PM. Retired after a hot dinner and
libation at midnight.

A leisurely sail under sunny skies ended the Crusty Cruise
uneventfully back at Regent Pt. Marina

Faithfully submitted by: Charlie Maresh

Captain

Gadfly

Fall Crusty 2014 Deltaville to Annapolis

   Fall Crusty 2014 Deltaville to Annapolis for the boat show. Three

boats in attendance: Gadfly (crew of 5), Painkiller (crew of 4)

and Cappy Ta (crew of 2)

**Captain Penn Burke ****(See you on the Water)**



   Report from Gadfly; Fall Crusty 2014

The official kickoff of the fall 2014 Crusty Cruise was a delicious

spaghetti dinner prepared by master chef Sharon at Chez Chuckies.

The attending crewmen sang an amazingly in tune version of happy

birthday to the last living founder of the Crusty Cruise, Guy,

Beachball Beale via phone on his 90 th birthday.

At 7:45 AM Wednesday, Gadfly departed Regent Pt. Marina with a crew

of Larry McGovern, Charlie J. Maresh, Gordon Glover and son Mike

Glover. Favorable southwest winds faded that evening requiring

assistance from the ironwind when boat speed dropped to 2 knots.

Early Thursday morning a sailable northwest wind allowed anchor drop

at 6:45 AM followed by nightcap and a beautiful harbor sunrise.

After some catchup sleep, Gadfly joined crews of Dog Daze (Cappy Ta)

and Painkiller to celebrate Chuck's birthday at the bars of

Annapolis. At Dockside we were joined by charter captain Billy

Wilson(prior Crusty Cruiser) and first mate Michelle Emmons of

Steppin Up based in St, Thomas. The unexpected arrival of Commodore

Penn Burke(on the injured disabled list) was a big surprise, It was

on to McGarveys for dinner followed by O'Briens for a nightcap that

lasted until the last water taxi run for some. It is my

understanding that the return to the water taxi dock required a

joint effort.

Friday dawned grey and misty but boat show spirits remained elevated

with the help of painkillers. Gadfly enjoyed companionship and a

good onboard meal Friday night while others returned to the

pleasures of the Annapolis scene.

Saturday dawned rainy and blustery from the north. Despite the

weather we enjoyed a rocking and rolling down wind sail to the Great

Wicomico. Engine could not be started off Wicomico Light until the

primary fuel filter was changed. Tied up at the Crazy Crab bulkhead

at Cockrell Creek at approx. 10PM. Retired after a hot dinner and

libation at midnight.

A leisurely sail under sunny skies ended the Crusty Cruise

uneventfully back at Regent Pt. Marina

Faithfully submitted by:

Charlie Maresh Gadfly

Invitation to the First Crusty Cruise

S. Norwood Richardson
March 25, 1969
Dear Sir:
You are cordially invited to enter your craft in a contest of endurance and perseverance commencing at the hour of 0800 on April 18, 1969, in the vicinity of the Chesapeake Bay, the intention of which is to swiftly proceed to the furthest point northwest in the Bay as of the close of that day’s daylight hours, such point being determined by the blessings of nature, skill of your crew, the whim of the Commodore and performance of your vessel, thereupon to take mooring and, having properly secured all gear, participate in the quenching of the great thirst which results from such strenuous exertions, care being exercised that, while the Captain should be exempt from such restrictions, the crew must not consume more spirits than can be tolerated by and eliminated from their systems prior to casting off on the morrow, for they will need a ready body and clear mind to meet the competition offered by the sea and the other vessels as they proceed southward at a hasty pace to a destination on the York River, whereupon there is the strong possibility of further reward of plausible seamanship in the form of double rations of beverages, with the same admonition to the crew as heretofore expressed, and other delights to the soul of the seafaring man, leaving him in condition, it is prayed, to depart that anchorage on the morning of April 20, 1969, to proceed at leisure, while partaking of proper medication and nourishment so as not to appear too exhausted upon landing, to the respective home ports, thereupon to be greeted with varying degree of hospitality and appreciation by the waiting loved ones, who may express admiration for the daring exhibited by the bold adventurers or who may express other sentiments dependent upon the condition of the participants and the vessels, no heed being taken, however, to the usual wifely complaints which would tend to dull the edge of keen self appreciation which will accrue to all those who participate in this great event, it being remembered that there are few chances left for us to test our manhood against the forces of nature and other less natural challenges.
It is hoped that, after securing your mate’s permission, you will forthwith respond in the affirmative to this invitation so that proper preparations can be made for our welcome and comfort at the ports of call and so that the proper authorities can be alerted to clear the area of our voyage of other vessels which might in some way impede our progress.
Respectfully yours,
S. Norwood Richardson
Head Captain

Crusty Cruise Sailing Schedule

A Letter from Commodore Penn Burke

It was a great weekend with 3 great days of sailing followed by Sunday which was not all that good to go North but CJ and crew must have had a great ride back to little Creek. Speaking of CJ, (Charlie’s son) we talked about the next time he showed up he would receive his own Crusty Burgee as this was his 2nd Crusty and Vickie would make one for him on his third appearance as she has done for others through out the years. This all changed after the ComCrusCru watched CJ and his crew sail into the raft of vessels and pass over their dock lines to tie up. A very Crusty move in front of a large crowd of spectators just waiting for a screw up with crash landing. But noooo, they pulled it off in fine style. I made the decision on the spot that he was getting a burgee as soon as he finished tying up and taking a swim over to his Dad’s boat. Of course Chuck pouted just briefly when I informed him that I was taking his burgee to present to CJ. He agreed that it was the right move and we had the presentation on Gadfly. Of course when I told Vickie that she needed to make Chuck a Burgee, she pouted but just briefly until I explained the situation. Following a great raft up with good music and drinking, CJ and crew broke off the raft under sail of course and looked great, heading out the East River wing on wing. The top down view of the raft was provided by Charlie after going up to measure his rigging for replacement.

Crusty Cruise - A Chesapeake Tradition

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Report from Gadfly; Fall Crusty 2014

Fall Crusty 2014 Deltaville to Annapolis

It's good to be Crusty!

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