RON

Oct. 25, 2011---Left Pebble Isle at 9:30 a.m. after the fog had lifted. However a few miles up the river there was a fairly thick patch to keep our attention. Followed a boat named TOSMO, it faided out of sight for a short time.




Lots of large white pelicans could be seen through the less dense fog.

After the fog lifted there was nothing but clear blue sky. More activity on the Tennessee River than we had seen since leaving Green Turtle Bay.

A nice view of bridge on Interstate 40.

Two story white house on the cliff was wearing a "for sale" sign.
Keith said an elevator would be needed to reach the water!


Sand and gravel operations near the town of Perryville, TN.

Arrived at Clifton Marina and tied up along the fuel dock at 4:30 p.m. Traveled 62.5 miles today. Upstream speed 9.5 mph at 2225 rpm. Current appeared to be 1 to 1.5 mph.





Hilight of the day was a visit with Ron Friend. We learned from a comment on our blog that he would be traveling today. He is enroute from Dayton, Kentucky (across the Ohio River from Cincinnati) to Tuscon, Arizona. With a cell phone conversations we talked him into stopping at Clifton, TN. He arrived just a few minutes after we got the boat tied to the dock. It was great to see Ron. We had become well acquainted with him last year on our trip up the Ohio River. He lives on a houseboat in Manhattan Harbor where we enjoyed a fine stay last summer. Ron left at dusk to get a little farther west.

Alternator

Oct. 24, 2011---After morning cinnamon rolls we learned our alternator was ready to be picked up at the repair shop in Dickson, TN. Thanks go to Barry Watts for giving us a ride. He lives on his Gibson boat in the Pebble Isle Marina and has become a good friend since first meeting him here in 2008. Naturally the 40 mile trip was timed so we could have lunch in Dickson. Returned to the marina and installed the alternator on the starboard engine. Started and checked out both engines. Looks like we are ready to go in the morning. Sunset created wonderful views with reflections on the water. Hills were on the sunny side and Dream Manor was on the shaded side of the Marina.

STILL EATING

Oct 18-23, 2011---Maryann decided to spend another day on the boat and did not depart until the 19th. She drove to Mississippi to visit friends. Left brother and I on our own! Without supervision we have eaten plenty of cinnamon rolls. It may become necessary to leave Pebble Isle Marina in an effot to preserve the waist line! HaHa

On Friday the 22nd water was so calm reflections were neat to see.

Attempted to move the boat on Friday to a different positon on the dock. Discovered the port engine would not start. Found the battery to be completely dead. It would not take a charge on the shop charger. While checking batteries we also found the alternator on the starboard engine is not putting out the correct amperage. Had planned to leave Saturday but repairs on the alternator will not occur until Monday. Installed a new battery on the port side and started the engine okay. Departure will take place when things are put back into proper working order.

Picture on the right looking toward the fuel dock shows early morning fog.

Canadian couple on the trawler left Sunday Morning.

CINNAMON ROLLS

Oct. 17, 2011---Specialty of Pebble Isle is cinnamon rolls provided for the transient boaters. Home made and fresh from the oven, they are absolutely outstanding treats! Made a trip to the infamous Wal-Mart to pick up a few supplies while transportation is readily available as Maryann has plans to drive to Mississippi to visit friends tomorrow. Looking toward the fuel dock and restaurant as the sunset painted the clouds pink. A great end to a peaceful day.

LAUNDRY

Oct. 16, 2011---What a stroke of good luck! Maryann's conference in Nashville ended Saturday night. Sunday she drove to Pebble Isle Marina to join Keith & I on the boat. I say good luck because she promptly tackled the laundry! She does a much better job than we would have done. Meeting other boaters and renewing friendships at the onsite restaurant is another plus. Having stayed here in the past we enjoy being here.

PEBBLE ISLE

Oct. 15, 2011---Warmer today with less wind. Traveled 30 miles on Kentucky Lake (Tennessee River) to Pebble Isle Marina. Trip took 4 hours. This marina is located in New Johnsonville, TN about 2.5 miles north of Highway 70/1.

PARIS LANDING

Oct. 14, 2011---Beautiful day---still a little windy but skies are clear and sun is shining. Traveled 24 miles in 3.4 hours to Paris Landing State Park Marina. Upstream speed 8.6 mph at 1600 rpm. We are now in Tennessee. Crossed out of Kentucky at mile 62.5 about 4 miles from the marina. Turned off the main channel just before Scott Fitzhugh Bridge on hiway 79/76 located about halfway between Clarksville and Paris Tennessee. Very relaxing journey.