cruising Chesapeake Bay,16 things to know

Here are some of the things i have learned over the past 25+ years when cruising Chesapeake Bay. I am sure there are many more items, these are just my thoughts. I am confident that there are numerous other boaters out there with more experience then me that can add their insights in the comments. 🎥 Subscribe Now! Don’t miss a video—hit that Subscribe button and turn on notifications! Thank you for your support! Help Keep the Boat Afloat! ⚓ If you enjoy the adventures, consider supporting us on Patreon. It’s just like tipping your bartender, server, or barber — a small gesture that goes a long way! 🙌 👉 patreon.com/SV_Epicurean ☕ Like what I do? Leave a onetime tip: https://ko-fi.com/svepicurean 🛍️ Shopping on Amazon? Support the channel at no cost to you by using my affiliate link: https://www.amazon.com/?tag=wwwvagabonepi-20&linkCode=ez 🌐 Visit the Website: www.vagabondepicurean.com If you find these videos helpful, entertaining, or fun please help keep the journey afloat. Onetime tip http://www.vagabondepicurean.com/tip-jar/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/SV_Epicurean then click Become a Patreon Amazon https://www.amazon.com/?tag=wwwvagabonepi-20&linkCode=ez Website http://www.vagabondepicurean.com/ https://us.nvcharts.com/index.php Chapters 0:00 - intro 02:00 -Best time to cruise 02:42 - Review your charts -paper, digital know what to look for 04:40 - Shallow areas 05:33 - Narrow channels 08:18 - Areas of potential rough water 13:05 - Debris in water 14:52 - Crab pots 17:40 - Fishing boats 19:00 - Fishing nets 21:12 - Commercial ships 22:10 - Commercial ship anchorage 22:50 - Sailboat races 23:38 - Range lights 24:20 - Restricted areas 26:20 - Swirling water around the base of the bridges 27:15 - Barges #chesapeakebay #sailingchesapeakebay #diysailboat #livingonboardsailboat #cookingonboat #cookingsmallspace #livingonboardsailboat #sailingadventures #sailingterms #sailinglife #lessismore #boatinglifestyle #livingonboard #lessismore #minimisation #minimalist #coastalcruising #svepicurean #vagabondepicurean #cruisingchesapeakebay