Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of the USA
Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of the USA
Bela Musits
EP-141 – Butler’s Creek Anchorage on the ICW on the Hunter 44 Deck Salon
21 minutes Posted Jul 11, 2025 at 12:00 am.
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Join host Bela Musits and fellow sailor Mike Malekoff as they continue their voyage up the East Coast of the U.S. aboard Mike’s Hunter 44, Deck Salon. In this episode, we anchor out in Butler’s Creek as part of a multi-leg trip from Brunswick, GA to Burlington, VT. The route offers a mix of motoring and sailing, with real-time insights into navigation, boat life, and the joys and challenges of coastal cruising.

This episode is part of an ongoing documentary-style sailing series capturing the liveaboard experience, offering tips and commentary on East Coast marinas, anchorages, currents, and inland waterways. Recorded onboard—either at anchor or dockside—this episode captures the rhythm of life aboard a cruising sailboat.

🚤 In This Episode:

  • Anchoring in Butler’s Creek

  • Reflections on ICW segments and inland water travel

  • Boat handling tips when motoring in narrow channels

  • Weather challenges and strategic anchoring decisions

  • Personal anecdotes from life aboard

⛵ Whether you’re an experienced cruiser, preparing for your first voyage, or simply fascinated by life on the water, this episode delivers an authentic look into America’s Atlantic coast by sailboat.

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Happy Sailing!

Bela and Mike