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Transmission is on the way, so…
Don’t Be That Guy
Wow, where to begin! Leaving San Diego, Shannon and I had very limited sailing and boating experience, and yet we were eager to set sail for the unknown. I had talked to several mechanics and our good friend (and in my opinion, top Captain in San Diego), Sean Hall, and all agreed that we...
Santa Maria Dinghy Ride to Shore
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Lobster For Candy
Hi Everyone! We were so stoked to have made it to Santa Maria Cove. Leaving Turtle Bay, the boat was smoking from the engine compartment and we had to go back and anchor again. After a few hrs. working on the motor, I had fixed the problem (lose motor belts). It seems like I’m...
Sunrise Approach to Santa Maria Cove – Whale Spotted
Arrived in Santa Maria Bay this morning and were greeted by a whale. In Ensenada, we met some great people on another boat, Matanuska, from Alaska. We met up in Turtle Bay and they were here also in Santa Maria Bay when we arrived this morning....
David Bowie and 2 AM On Watch (how I stay awake)
2nd night on this leg; up on watch while Mikey’s sleeping downstairs. Much easier to stay awake tonight, a combination of smoother seas, stronger coffee, and better music. I was finally able to get most of my music downloaded to my new music player. No land in sight, all alone out here – perfect...
Going To Santa Maria Cove
Halfway There! 26 05.538n 113 38.250w Long night last night, but we’re about half way. Slow going and very rocky. Wind Predict said 1 – 2 meter waves, but man, these seem big. Haven’t seen another boat in forever. When we get to regular internet, we can post some pictures. Looking forward to Santa...
Moon Rising Off Our Port Side
Left Bahia de Tortugas about 5 PM today, after a smoking engine room delayed our original departure. Made some adjustments to our alternator belts and were then good to go. Heading for Santa Maria Cove, near Bahia Magdalena. Should take about 2 days. We’re rolling a bit, but all is good and it’s a...
Leaving Turtle Bay
Hello again. Just heard from Shannon. Marissa is on her way from Turtle Bay to Santa Maria Cove just outside of Magdalena Bay. Anticipating voyage of 44-48 hrs. and expecting to arrive Monday or Tuesday. They want to enter the bay during daylight so may adjust arrival time as they go. Still can’t see...
Communications
Hello Everyone. Communication with Shannon & Mike has been intermittent this week and I haven’t had an update since Thursday. As I write this, Marissa is still in Turtle Bay and as far as I know will leave for a small cove north of Magdalena Bay either this evening or early tomorrow morning (Sunday,...
