You can also check out launch spots on the Bohemia and/or Sasafrass Rivers. From Newark, you can go to Rt 40 west to Rt 213 South. I would shy away from the C & D Canal since it takes so long to get to open water, but if your up for a long motor, then go for it. I've seen the ADC Chesapeake char...

mine is mounted btwn port rudder and motor. when ladder is down, the prop will hit the ladder when turned all the way to that side. Two inexpensive solutions: keep the ladder up under power, or don't turn the motor all the way over to that side.

Move to Delaware and sail on the Chesapeake - no tax