Can’t believe it is March already! We will be departing Legacy Harbour Marina this Thursday to head to the east coast via the Okeechobee Waterway (weather permitting). Our jello plans are to spend some time in the St. Lucie/Stuart area then…
It’s been awhile
since I bought anything for the boat project. The winter months slow down the buying naturally I guess but today I sprung for something I’ve had my eyes on for awhile.For those of you that haven’t seen one of these before it’s a simple pump to empty yo…
No, Really. This is Life on Drift Away.
Chevy cut one of his paws on an oyster shell a couple of weeks ago, which stopped our cruise south as we get him taken care of at the vet’s. Because Chevy and Ruby love to run, swim, and play on beaches, Pam decided to order some dog booties.&nbs…
I Hope They’re Wrong
The latest cold front to swing down from the United States is predicted to be a very strong and lasting “blow” here in the Bahamas. On Sunday, the winds are predicted to be from the south at 17 mph at 7am. By 7 pm t…
Wakodahatchee and Green Cay Wetlands
We took a walk through Green Cay Wetlands and as we were leaving we had the privilege of catching sight of these young bobcats. The wildlife was amazing. Just a few feet from our path, Bobcats, alligators, and birds of various species. Amazing!
Wakodahatchee and Green Cay Wetlands
We took a walk through Green Cay Wetlands and as we were leaving we had the privilege of catching sight of these young bobcats. The wildlife was amazing. Just a few feet from our path, Bobcats, alligators, and birds of various species. Amazing!
A Wicked Jib (Crane)
A small but important design detail has to do with getting heavy items on/off the boat. This sequence shows a demountable jib crane, comprised of two aluminum pipes. The first series shows use with the forepeak. The halyard leads to an electric self-tailing winch. But wait, there’s more. What if you are moored stern-to, or […]
02/26/2012 TAKING A HIKE ON ST JOHN THEN BACK TO ST THOMAS
02/26/2012 CROWN BAY MARINA ON ST. THOMAS, USVISUNDAY15 NM TRAVELEDDOCKED ATCROWN BAY MARINA, ST THOMAS, USVIBefore making Robert’s final trip back to St. Thomas we took a hike around the Lameshur Bay areas and were able to look back and see bo…
Spring has sprung and love is in full bloom!
There are two wonderful state wetland parks hidden amongst the home developments in Boynton Beach, Wakodahatchee Wetlands and Green Cay Wetlands. We went for a short walk, just before sunset when many of the various birds fly in for the night. It’s a s…
