Thanks for the advice. I might try making the trip this weekend. The first time I tried going out on a boat without an instructor was last Sunday -- and the winds were too strong.
Have you guys taken the channel on the south side of Hart-Miller? I've been using the online
charts and have 12278 on the way. But both
charts, make it look like a tough path on the south side. Is it pretty easy to get through with a 4ft draft? BTW, have signed up for sea-tow but needing isn't appealing.
Also is the island worth stopping at? I read that it has moorings and a decent beach.