July 19th,

Moved just 30 mn away in a quiet and protected cove off Shelter island. We are anchored by a mooring field, but we are truly not in the way. This being a Wednesday, it isn't busy.

We took a kayak hop to the area near a boat ramp and walked to a nearby park preserve. Happily we had downloaded the park trail map so we had a general idea about accessing the trail. It took crossing a small creek inlet to get there but it was worth it. The hike was very nice, at time a bit buggy, so thanks to insect repellent. We had packed a lunch so that also helped with having the energy for a 4 mile hike.

We returned to the boat after 2pm and are now resting and considering a dip off the boat.