One of the most freeing and frustrating ideas about this new life is the many times you make a plan, change that plan, then end up going back to the first plan with a few adjustments. We had originally planned on not taking so long at any of the places and meeting some old friends …
One of the highlights of Santa Cruz Island was meeting our first Cruising Couple Tim and Leah. They now split their time between their boat and their RV. Our dream! They also spent a few years cruising around the Sea of Cortez. They invited us over for dinner to share their stories. We eagerly accepted. …
Meeting our first Cruising Couple and lessons learned. Read More »
Several days were enjoyed in Prisoners Bay on Santa Cruz Island. 8 days in total. We enjoyed hiking and rowing around. We also had the pleasure of meeting a live aboard couple who had spent some time cruising around the Sea of Cortez. We enjoyed a fabulous dinner hosted by them and eagerly listened to …
Our weather window opened and we prepared the night before. We woke before the sun, made some coffee, and started our motor. A gentle breeze was building so we simultaneously raised the main and the anchor and away we went. We added the Head Sail and gently cut through the sea towards Point Conception. As …
The morning came and we lowered the dinghy. We head toward the Pier where the Harbor Master should be. Also where the dinghy dock should be. As we approach the pier we are looking for the dinghy dock. There is a landing platform but no tie up. Many larger mooring balls. Also, many friendly sea …