Lighthouses, Little Red Cars, and Crabbing

Jill's Journal: Yesterday was our last full day in Chincoteague and we made the most of it. We took the bridge over to Assateague Island and took the short hike to the beautiful 1867 brick lighthouse before climbing all 175 steps to the top. Even little Victoria was game and took every step herself. We were rewarded with spectacular, sweeping views of both Assateague and Chincoteague. Those with better eyes than I could even see our fifth wheel across the channel.

Upon our return to Chincoteague, Rob decided to make three little girls’ dream come true. No, he didn’t buy a pony. But he did rent one of the little scooter/car combinations we’ve seen buzzing around the island all week. From the moment we pulled into Chincoteague last Saturday, the girls have been coveting one of these puppies. Their excitement at seeing “those cute little cars” has not waned even after a whole week.

So, Rob rented one for an hour. Each girl got 20 minutes to whiz around the island with her Daddy. The smiles were definitely contagious and as big as the island itself.

And finally, the girls got their first fishing experience. They went “crabbing” off the dock and loved it. No crabs were caught, but it didn’t matter. They were hooked on the experience (and since raw chicken necks are the bait of choice around here, they sure got a good scrubbing before bedtime!).

It was an idyllic end to our lovely time on this island. Today we head to Delaware.