Wednesday, 25 June
How does one adequately describe Block Island, RI? Yes, it’s different. Certainly it is “special.” The Nature Conservancy has listed Block as one of “The Last Great Places” in the Western Hemisphere, so yes, it is special.
To experience that uniqueness to its fullest—the hills, harbors and homes, ponds and people, Bluffs, beaches, blooms and beautiful views—the decision was made to forego scooters and go pedal-power.
Here’s some of what was seen along the way, from New Harbor to Old Harbor, North Light to South Light and as much in between as these old knees could manage. Enjoy!
At the entrance to Great Salt Pond, Coast Guard Station Block Island is now listed as “inactive.”
It’s too early in the season, meaning too many empty moorings and slips, for Aldo to make his morning rounds.
Nothing dries the laundry quicker than a fresh ocean breeze.
There’s still plenty of room to build on Block but code restrictions have limited growth.
From the top of Mohegan Bluffs, the view of the Atlantic is stunning.
Though surrounded by salt water, there are dozens of fresh water ponds all around the island.
Homes shrouded in morning mist look out over a pond on the north end of the island.
Part of the fleet passes the breakwater at Old Harbor during the round-the-island event that is part of BI Race Week.
Your tax dollars at work: Weather Station Block Island is headquartered in one of the few clapboard structures here.
With the point eroding, the entire South Light structure was moved back 200′ at a cost of $2.5-million, and the bluff keeps eroding.
Sun. Breeze. Block Island. Who wouldn’t be smiling’ through the day?
Mansard roofs are many among the vintage homes and hotels on the Block.
At least in late June, the water is as clear as any place in dee I’lons, mon.
At Sea with Steadfast 
Great photos. I presume you are off to Martha’s Vineyard. We are headed out with our granddaughters for a two day cruise shortly. Bob
Is Block Island the same same as Mohegan? I’ve been to Mohegan a couple of times but don’t think I’ve been to Block. What an incredible venture! Thanks for sharing it! Laura and I have been in Tuscany for the past week, Lucca. So great and a needed get away . Bob and Nancie’s wedding.
Ciao, Ray
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OMG . . . I want to be there!!!!
Bruce on Allure here….
Went back and looked at your last trip “up here”. You have not been to Cuttyhunk yet, should consider it on your journey east. If you liked Block you will love Cuttyhunk. Unspoiled, no commercialization, everyone rides around in golf carts and very sheltered from the prevailing winds. View from the observation tower is breath taking. Check it out in the cruising guides. I will catch up with you in Dutch Harbor. Are you anchoring or mooring? Catch up with you tomorrow. Need anything for your 27 (I have two of them) one for sailing one for parts.
Bruce
S/V Allure
Hope you put together a book (booklet) upon your return, or while you’re relaxing in FL this winter. Some really beautiful photos….