Safe Arrival In Palau

Shearwater has arrived safely at Palau, an independent island nation at 7deg North latitude (400miles or so north of the Equator). The latitude is significant for a decreased possibility of typhoon activity for the time of year, which is the beginning …

Oregon, Washington, and Victoria

We arrived in Blaine, Washington on the US/Canda border on Monday afternoon, and we have been continuing to track the EUROGRACHT’s progress up the coast.  She’s due into Victoria, BC tomorrow (the 11th) and we’re scheduled to be offloaded first on…

#2013-09 Mechanical Issues at Shearwater

Yesterday as we entered Codville Lagoon, Alex advanced the throttle higher than usual,  boosting the revolutions to counter the ebbing current.  He then throttled back to idle when placing the prawn traps.  At that point, the t…

Paradise Found

We headed out to Pendrell Sound and are very glad we did. This has now become one of my favorite spots. Pendrell is like a fjord. It cuts into East Redonda Island 6 miles. In fact, it almost cuts the island in half. There are tall mountains on bot…

Really Good Short Film

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Wow! What a Crew!

                                                          all the crew looking for dragons

                                all crew represented, Greece, German, Br…

almost there

About 50 miles out of Palau. They should arrive about 10 Am local time (about 2000 PDT May 9). It is a very dark night, no moon, and they are being “chased” by a squall. (View Post…)

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More Utah Adventures

There are a number of National Parks in southern Utah, which is a testament to the amazing formations and shapes that can be found across the state: Arches, Canyonlands (with three different entrances and major districts), Bryce Canyon with its colorfu…

The Dogs Do Cumberland, In Photos

Dogs are not a normal part of Cumberland Island.  They’re not allowed at the campground nor on the ferry.  An exception is made for boat dogs, like ours.   We had just set foot on dirt when a park ranger approached and told us, in no unc…