Beaufort is another very early town in NC having been founded in 1709. Unlike many of the places we have been visiting it is right on the coast with easy ocean access. Like the other places it has a well defined and contained downtown historic district with many historical homes and businesses. We have had our first taste of cold weather with lows in the high 30's and highs in the high 50's and strong winds. So far the reverse cycle AC on the boat is working well so we keep warm on the boat
The marina is located on the town waterfront, so every thing is very convenient. The tidal current in the marina is pretty wicked when you combine it with the strong wind. We did not see it happen, but one boat on its approach tagged our burgee flag staff and bent it over 90 degrees. Obviously it could have been much worse. Beaufort Town Docks are dedicated to transients. As such they keep a "fleet" af 4 courtesy cars which enabled us to restock food and more importantly liquor. The cars are a hoot. Three of them are 1990 vintage Buick Estate Wagons complete with faux wood paneling on the side (or what is left of it).
We had intended to leave on Friday, but the bar at the marina was having a big Halloween Party complete with a blues band called Infectious Disease. In fact 3 bars in town were participating with costume contests rotating between them at 11, 12 and 1 o'clock. We decided we couldn't pass this up, so we stayed another day. Her is Debby with some of the better outfits. Also, Debby in front of one her favorite stores (note the name).
