November 2 and 3, 2012, The Wharf Marina, Orange Beach, AL

Friday:  We ate at the Mobile Yacht Club last night as each of us received a $50 gift certificate from Dog River Marina and Boat Works.   We had a very nice meal and the Yacht club was within walking distance.

We waited for Roy El to get his bill and were on our way by 08:30. It was a beautiful day and Mobile Bay was smooth as glass. We turned off the shipping channel at Red Marker 60 and set our way point for the GIWW, Green Marker 119. We got to our marina, The Wharf, Orange Beach, AL, by 13:30. We were met by Roy and Elvie’s friend, Jerry, at the dock. Jerry and his wife have a condo at the marina. We had an enjoyable evening of docktails and dinner on the Roy El. 

Saturday: We stayed a second day in Orange Beach. Jerry drove us around the area and we did some shopping.

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CO's comments:  Another marine.  I am having a good time.  Looking forward to meeting one more of Roy's marine friends tomorrow at Fort Walton Beach.  You would think Roy was a marine he has so many marine friends. 

The more I operate this motor yacht, the more I like it.  It seems to be much easier to handle and more maneuverable than the Sea Ray.  You would think a bigger boat would be harder.  It might be that after a few thousand miles that I am getting better.  Just like being a pilot, the more hours you fly, the more proficient you get.

Roy El on Mobile Bay leaving Dog River on 11-2-2012

View of the marina from Jerry's balcony; front boat unknown, then Kim Jo IV, and Roy El on other side of us

Kim Jo IV tied up at The Wharf Marina

Lunch at Lambert's.  A very unique restaurant.  Besides your meal, they serve hot rolls, which they throw to you, fried potatoes, fried okra, and a number of other items.  Very large portions and way too much to eat but good.

Jerry and Keith are fellow marines; can you tell which condo is Jerry's.

Keith has his USMC flag also.  Took this picture from up at the bar area and thought it looked cool with his flag flying.