FISH ON!

THE DROUGHT IS OVER

Windy conditions kept us off and out of the water for most of the day today. So the four of us drove the ATV's along a 10 mile stretch of nearly deserted, pristine coastline. After our late afternoon ride we noticed the ocean was settling down. It was time to try to find those elusive dorado.

FINALLY!!

GONE FISHIN'

Preparing to leave.

Expectations were high this morning as we beach-launched early and watched the sun rise over the eastern horizon. We traveled 14+ miles out to a large area known historically to be a productive spot. We trolled most of the day to no avail. Long story short, no dorado.  Fishing is fishing and not necessarily catching. One thing's for certain, it was one hell of a boat ride!

We trolled four lines at a time.

Blessed with this Baja sunrise.

 

A DAY IN THE LIFE

The casa.

Donny is launching the inflatable to get to the Whaler anchored in front of his casa.

EAST CAPE BAJA CALIFORNIA

Don and Debbie invited us to stay with them at their Baja home at La Abundancia. So here we are for a week of sun and fun with good friends.  

REST IN PEACE HOBIE ALTER

Good Friday. What an appropriate day to celebrate the man who brought joy, adventure and fun into our lives. The Admiral and I set the anchor off Doheny today to celebrate Hobie's life. All he wanted after his death was a Hawaiian paddle out at Doho. It was impressive.

Hobie made a huge difference in the surfing and sailing brotherhood around the world. RIP Waterman. Now go out and have a "Hobie Day"!

NEWPORT BEACH

What a great time to escape up the coast to one of the most beautiful harbors in California. There is a very large anchorage at the east end of Lido Island. It's close to public docks, restaurants, and all the good things a vibrant harbor offers. During spring the weather is fine and the anchorage is empty. Good combo. We even saw a whale on the way back to Dana Point. Let's go sailing!