Stats for May 27, 2019

Origin: Top Rack Marina

Destination: Whitewater Marina in Norfolk

Distance: 8.4 miles

Speed: 7.4 mph

Time on the Move: 1 hour and 7 minutes

The next morning was Memorial Day, and it seemed fitting that we were heading in to Norfolk. We tied up in the marina by mid-morning (thank goodness that bridge was finally open!!) and were excited to get adventuring. The marina is right next to a hoppin part of town with a park and restaurants.

Look at this great park right next to the marina!! They even provide yard games for the kids like bats, balls, frisbees, jump ropes, etc.

We continued our day walking over to the Wisconsin Battleship and Museum. We learned about the shipping industry in Norfolk and how their large port leads to jobs and industry in the area. We read about how the Wisconsin served in the Pacific during WWII, the Korean War, and again during Desert Storm. We walked along the decks of the Wisconsin and toured through the different levels of bunks, cafeterias, and offices.

Later, at the museum, the kids took turns working a space rover with a robotic arm. Tobin touched all the creatures in the touch tank, and we watched a 3D movie about aircraft carriers. It was a good day with lots to learn and explore.

As we left the building, we happened to find a bird sitting under a park bench. The boys were thrilled to be able to hold it and pet it.

We picked up Jimmy Johns and took it back to the park by our boat. The kids played with the yard games again, and later they changed into swim suits and went in the fountain.

We had a great time exploring Norfolk! Thanks for reading and following our adventures.