ONE WHALE OF A TIME

Some old salts gathered today to enjoy an afternoon of light wind, relaxation and plenty of sunshine. At the end of our sail, close to the harbor entrance, we were treated to see several whales leisurely showing off for the small group of boats that quickly gathered.

 Today's crew

HAD TO SHARE THESE QUOTES

"The superior sailor uses his superior knowledge to avoid situations requiring his superior skill."

"Skill comes from making good decisions, and experience comes from making bad ones."

SAN FRANCISCO BAY

On our recent road trip to the bay area we visited Angel Island, a true gem so close to the hustle and bustle of the big city. We landed at Ayala Cove which provides public moorings and docking. Gorgeous place.

ANOTHER ABORTED TRIP

Our timing has not been the best lately. JR, Sailor Sam and the capt left super early Friday for a quick weekend trip to the island only to do an "about face" one hour out. Mother Nature didn't want us to make the crossing and we acquiesced to the seas and gale warning. No long faces after dropping the hook at Danalina for lunch and some stand up paddling.

SMALL CRAFT WARNING

Captain Cabo and Senora Debi joined us for an afternoon sail and dinner on board. The air was brisk and our two Americano friends were counting the minutes until they return to their warm Baja East Cape paradise. The weather forecast was slightly off too. We didn't expect the small craft warning upon our return to the marina. The conversation and dinner was wonderful, despite yours truly, losing two kabobs off the grill into the water. Oh well, no one went home hungry and the sea lions were happy.

A TRIP THAT ALMOST NEVER WAS

Finally, day after day of fog related delays, we made our way to Newport Harbor. It's not Catalina but it was a nice get-a-way.

The view from our anchorage.

The Wild Goose, John Wayne's former boat.

Balboa Island 

A SEA OF FOG

Delayed for a second day. Grounded. Slip bound. No go. FRUSTRATING!! After two days of trip preparation, the fog rolled in like I've never seen before. A thick layer from here to the island and extremely limited visibility. Mother Nature is certainly unpredictable.