So the general consensus thus far is to keep things close, and after thinking about it for a while last night at work, I'm leaning that way as well, though it will be more of a straight than a channel. With that in mind, I'll probably beef things up in that area and do a little trimming along the southern and eastern sides of that smaller continent. Thanks for the input though, it's always helpful know what looks more aesthetic to other sets of eyes.

GW