July 28, 2008: Burritts Rapids, back to Hurst Marina

I wanted a picture of the stone mansion that was the original home of Stephen Burritt so Tom got up early and took the short bike ride to take it for me. It is now a private residence in the tiny village, but has an amazing history as the first home built there in 1793 when Burritt came there to build his home and a sawmill on the river long before the canal. Notice the stone work in the curved window over the door.

We cruised back to the Hurst Marina with the hopes of getting everything finished and on our way to Smith’s Mill. We again passed the rustic farm flying the Stars and Stripes. We were disappointed on arriving at the Marina to learn that although the fiberglass work was finished, the special order gelcoat had not come in. So we have another night here.

I should also comment on the plethora of mosquitoes. They are everywhere and hungry. The radio news announcer commented today that there are 3 times the normal population of mosquitoes this summer, a gift of the record setting rain. There are even ads for bug repellent on the TV. Fortunately I have bug repellent, but I might have to start showering in it even before bed.