Here we are again, heading north and hopefully following the warm weather. So far, so good. After we left St. Augustine we headed north toward Savannah, Georgia. The waterway and the scenery changed dramatically again. We are no…
Florida Tomorrow
Could have left today but gave it one extra day for the sea’s to die down a little more, Weather tomorrow looks great with under 2ft sea’s and less then 10k wind both out of the south east. Lobster tails for dinner tonight $20.00 for a dozen six meals …
Back to the Island!
Yes, we’re back in Antigua, the land of the singing frogs, iridescent blue green-throated hummingbirds, and whispering palm trees fringing white beaches. And also …the land of tropical downpours, which is currently what we’re experiencing! The weathe…
Back to the Island!
Yes, we’re back in Antigua, the land of the singing frogs, iridescent blue green-throated hummingbirds, and whispering palm trees fringing white beaches. And also …the land of tropical downpours, which is currently what we’re experiencing! The weathe…
Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
Our plan was to spend the month of March back in Western Panamá, visiting its pristine and peaceful anchorages after our intriguing fly-by on the way to Panama City. And after our week in the Darién, followed by a whirlwind trip to the States, then h…
Shooting Osprey
First, here’s the latest on the Whaler news. The mechanic showed up yesterday morning and put the cleaned and rebuilt carburetor on. The Evinrude started but ran rough, and he thought it wasn’t pumping water like it oughta. He said he…
Long Haul
Monday was a good day as we cruised from Lake Worth to Stuart, FL. Around 6 pm we dropped anchor at the Sandpiper Marina. Dropping anchor at a marina is not the norm, but then we do things a little different on Big…
Black Point
We stop at Black Point Settlement with Ken & Carol. A local church group is hosting a fund raiser. BBQ ribs, chicken, slaw, mac & cheese and peas & rice. True Bahamian fare! We take ours to the Scorpio Bar & Restaura…
What is the Best Rudder Configuration – Spade, or Skeg Mounted?
Years ago the debate about the most effective rudder for steering was settled, and the cantilevered spade configuration was the winner. But what about hitting debris, running aground, and catching nets? you might be thinking. First: structure. We can tell you from our own experience, and the feedback from owners who have tested our theory, […]
Plant Requiem
We have covered Deb’s mobile herb garden in previous posts. They have typically lived in three pots located on top of the galley garage behind the cook top. Historically, they have lived quite happily there. There was one incident however ……
