Connecticut marinas

[dmax]

Good looking boat - nice interior mods.

 

[Scott T-Bird]

I'm fine with camping. Though I made the inside of my Mariner pretty comfortable.

Wow! What a stunning boat! I assume that is Swartswood Lake. It's a shame that New Jersey lakes in such beautiful settings are too small to fully enjoy with a sailboat. I eventually left Lake Hopatcong with my 27' Starwind because the lake is just too limiting. I do miss the fresh water. I agree with @Captain Larry-DH that once you are committed to long distance access to your boat and the bigger waters, the size really matters for comfort both during sailing and at anchor.

On a side note, I often think about the Tocks Island reservoir project that was killed in the 70's. Despite the valid objections, what an opportunity to create a huge 40-mile long reservoir for recreation in an absolutely stunning natural environment that we could really use in NW Jersey. Part of me says it is a shame that we don't have it. That whole area is beautiful but largely under-appreciated by the public due to the lack of access and neglectful management by the feds.