AVALON HARBOR HAS BEEN DECLARED AN UNSAFE HARBOR

"Avalon Harbor Master, Avalon Harbor Master, this is Rubber Ducky on mooring 101. Can you assist us ASAP?"

CAMBRIA

The central coast of California, this time of year, is beautiful beyond description. No more said, "Goodnight Alice".

Reminds me of the film "Karate Kid"

Moonstone Drive sunset

FINBACKS & GRAYS

The Gray Whales' migration from Alaska to Mexico begins in December, as they travel south past Dana Point, and ends in March as they complete their 5000 mile journey. Saturday we followed two Grays traveling north. They were all business, showing for about 30 seconds before taking a deep breath and sounding for 4-5 minutes. As we marveled over these Grays, a much larger spout was sighted and we were able to watch several Finback Whales from a distance. It sure is good to see the number of majestic mammals right in our own backyard.

The Board of Directors.

Thank you for the beautiful Koi.

The Whale watching crew at the end of the day.

A Gray

and a Finback.

BEATING THE HEAT ON VAL-DAY

Warm weather was upon us today and what did the Nesporados do? THEY WENT SAILING! Ten to 12 knot winds pushed us along today in a very tranquil sea. We didn't even put the main up as we glided along under genny only. Lazy day for a lazy sail. And we saw a whale spout and its' fluke to boot.

A VISIT FROM MOMA BEAR

Bear's mother and step-father are in town for his USMC Retirement Ceremony. While the Bear was having his gallbladder surgically removed 44 hours before the ceremony, we found time to cast off from Dana Point and enjoy an afternoon on the water. We had a great day and were able to time it perfectly and make it to the hospital as the Bear came out of hibernation.

Captain Step-Dad.

Moma Bear.

One happy crew.

JANUARY 2015

The first weekend of the new year started, where else, on the water. Saturday El Jeffe christened the sailing season with brisk, clear skies and a consistent 10-13 knot breeze. The Bear joined us on Sunday as we enjoyed a small pod of whales and plenty of frisky dolphins. We were treated with 16-19 knot winds on the ride home. Outstanding weekend for sure.

El Jeffe and the Admiral strike a pose. 

El Jeffe and the capt do the same.

The Bear in a t-shirt, ya gotta love this weather.

Forward recon team looking for creatures of the sea.

THANK YOU FOR MAKING 2014 SUCH A WONDERFULLY EXCITING & ADVENTUROUS YEAR ON THE WATER. HAPPY NEW YEAR!