Up early and out to check the crab traps, unfortunately they were empty except for a fish which had been caught in the netting ( not edible). Ross and Marj managed to get 2 crabs (one undersized) in their trap, so at least we know they are here. After breakfast we headed further north up the channel to Scraggy Point which is almost opposite Cardwell.
Angel Wings on the way to Scraggy Point
The weather continues to be a bit ordinary and when we set the anchor, there was a lot of roll at the anchorage and Ross & Marj were keen to see if we could get into the Port Hinchinbrook Marina which was on the mainland just opposite from our anchorage.
Instead we decided to go ashore, as this is one of the few places on Hinchinbrook Island where there is a sandy beach where you can go ashore. The rest of it is lined with dense mangroves. It was a rough ride in in the dinghies as the wind was well developed and the thought of going back out to the boat in it was not that enticing. However, we had a good look around, a chance to stretch our legs, and by the time we were ready to return the wind had eased, so the trip back wasn't as bad as expected.
The beach at Scraggy Point (the sign on the left is a warning about crocodiles)
Looks like termites have been attacking the loo
We decided we would go the the marina tomorrow and hire a car and have a look around as the weather forecast for the next few days is 20-30knots from the SE, not what we are looking for as we have decided to return South from here as the weather further north has been atrocious ever since we have been up here 25 knots is a quiet day.
We both booked in and had drinks on Black & Tan to discuss our plans.
The anchorage turned out to be very comfortable overnight with the wind dropping right out till early morning, so a good night's sleep was had by all.
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