Throw Off The Bowlines
After months of boat projects and a couple of shakedown trips, it was time to throw off the bowlines! We left Bayfield on Aug 1st with the destination of the North Channel.
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Cruising Life
Shakedown Trip With Teens
Let’s go on another shakedown trip, this time with teens! Similar and Different This shakedown trip was similar in some ways and different in other ways than our first one. Both trips included bringing grandsons as crew. The last shakedown trip was with Isaac and Titus. This trip is with their older brothers, Ethan and
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Shakedown Trip With Grandsons
After months of working on boat projects, it was time for some shake-down trips in the Apostle Islands. Isaac and Titus, a couple of our grandsons, were happy to join us! During our crew briefing, we explained our motto as “safe, fun, teamwork”. The boys settled into life on a boat quickly and easily. Being
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Family Trip to Bayfield
Family planned to come sailing for the weekend, but as we all know, “we can’t control the weather”. No problem, we’ll pivot and make this more of a retreat weekend to chill out and rest a little bit in Bayfield.
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Boat Projects; Here We Go Again!
We weren’t looking for a refit project when we bought our boat, but here we go again! Over the winter months, we made lists, researched ideas, and ordered parts in preparation for a concentrated few months of boat projects this spring.
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A Boat Name
We were beginning to think we might name our sailboat Mystery because coming up with a name was a mystery for so long. Why was it so hard for us to choose a name? There were many names that we liked and reflected different aspects of our personalities, values, and sailing lifestyle, but yet indecision reigned!
Sailing In The Grenadines!
After being at dock for many months during hurricane season, there’s plenty to do before shoving off. In short order, Black River was ready to go sailing! The Grenadines are a favorite sailing spot for many cruisers. We’re excited to see it!
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Grenada: Beyond The Marina
We see why Grenada is a popular spot for Caribbean cruisers to spend the hurricane season. Grenadians are friendly, it’s a safe country, the landscape is gorgeous, they make world-class cocoa, there are beautiful beaches, an underwater sculpture park, and more. We sampled a few of these highlights of the island and hope to return soon to experience more!
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Grenada Foods: Spices, Chocolate, and More
Do you know that Grenada is often referred to as “The Spice Island”? Nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice, bay leaves, and turmeric are some of the spices that grow here.
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Petsitting: A Staycation For Crew
They call this pet sitting, but I call it a staycation. Of course, I miss my owners, but I might as well make the best of it and enjoy the time with these friends onboard.
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