Captain Scott's Log ~ Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2008 12:36 AM
Subject: Elfin Cove

The last 24 hours in the Gulf were easy as the wind went light. But Commanders said the weather window was short and again they were right. As we neared the inlet the new wind came in and we surfed to the protection of Elfin Cove. The guide book says “This is a place of meandering boardwalks going in multiple directions, lined by a homes, a few shops and friendly people. This tiny village nearly sings out the attention and love and care it has been given. The word Charming really means something here." But the season is late. The owner of the only bar and restaurant has left to teach school in Sitka. But with the weather turning to shit, the local fishing fleet is in. Most of the boats are mom and pop types smaller than us. Behind me is a raft of 5--the "Revelation", "Hellen T", "Silver Fox", "Glenmar", and "Ocean Wave". We were given a 25 lb Coho Salmon Witch is now on our grill (5lbs of it anyway). The new gale is beginning. Snug and safe in Elfin Cove 58 12n 136 21w