Day 21 - October 4, 2012: Tennessee River to Lick Bay

Before moving on to another anticipated anchorage at Lick Bay, we walked the Johnsonville State Historic Park next to Pebble Isle Marina.

On the way I was excited to run across a truck that had just arrived from the east coast transporting a 1986 37 ft Lord Nelson Victory Tug. Why get excited? This is one of only 76 of this length ever built and is a legend among true full displacement tug lovers. Its classic lines, great interior layout and very efficient fuel efficiency make it a classic.

1986 37 ft Lord Nelson Victory Tug

Classic true tug design

The walk through the park where the Johnsonville Battle took place was interesting and got us some needed exercise.

Tennessee River in Distance

A peek through the trees

We are getting quite accustomed to the idea of anchoring out every day or so, and beginning to feel confident in our anchoring skills. Lick Bay is another one we choose for its seclusion, even though the entrance was a bit narrow and depths as always on the river are uncertain. The heron was fishing near the boat and stayed long enough for this shot at dusk.

Lick Bay on the Tennessee River

Heron fishing

Better than watching TV!