Jeff, going 80>37>101 to Hwy1 is not bad as long as you avoid morning and lunch hour traffic. If you leave at 9, that will be perfect. Maybe touch base with Dan L, he's working hard to pull last details together. We are hopeful he comes down Thursday or early with you Friday to make the lunch at HMB/Crab Landing. You are smart for leaving at 9 instead, you'll make it no problem - nice and easy cruise all the way in cool weather.
. DC