Improvise, Alien Space Ship, Crab Traps, Oh my!
Sailing passage with improvising, an alien space ship?, and catching crab traps, oh my! Marco Island to Marathon
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Cruising Life
Finding Adventure On A Familiar Route
We’re always eager to find new adventures wherever we are, even in a familiar place! We’ve sailed this route from Charlotte Harbor to the Keys and back about a dozen times, but we still managed to find new ways and new places for everyday adventures!
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A Cruiser’s Plans Are Written In Sand At Low Tide
Our plan is to continue to enjoy the sailing lifestyle in all its varieties. That might mean sailing short distances or long, staying at anchor or at dock, working on projects or exploring new places.
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Stormy Adventure
Winter Solstice Storm What were you doing on the morning of the winter solstice, Dec 21st, 2021? We were on Terrapin lounging in our PJ’s sipping our coffee after a good night’s sleep at anchor. Our anchor set well last night in one of our favorite anchorages near Fisherman’s Village in Punta Gorda. We’ve been
Sailing With Teens
On the bow with the wind on her face, the sounds of waves splashing against the hull, and the sun shining overhead… Kayla exclaimed, “this is what I love about sailing!” That’s music to Luke’s ears. He always looks forward to his time at the helm, hopefully with some brisk wind. Knowing his family is enjoying the ride makes it all the better!
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Spring Break Family Sailing Trip
Sailing with our kids & grandkids aboard always brings an extra dose of joy to our trips. After a delay due to Covid, Kendra and 2 grandsons were eager to come sailing during spring break ’21.
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10 family games that are small in size, but big in fun!
Looking for a game that provides hours of family fun, yet fits in a small space? Here’s 10 family games that are small in size, but big in fun! Games are a great means to encourage learning, laughing, and fun as a family or with friends.
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Terrapin Drawings By Family Artists
What’s your favorite part about being an artist? “Creating something beautiful!” “”I get to put my imagination out into the world and share it with others”
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How Sailing With My Grandparents Has Impacted Me
sailing with my grandparents has strengthened my relationship with them, helped me develop skills for boating and life, and provided me with awesome and joyful experiences.
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Projects On S/V Terrapin; Our Good Old Boat
“A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.” With a good old boat, there always seems to be a daunting list of projects. Here are some of the imrpovements we’ve made on our sailboat Terrapin, a Westsail 32.
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