Murphy’s Law vs. Occum’s Razor
Murphy’s Law: Anything that can go wrong, will go wrong (and at the worst possible time). Occum’s Razor: The simplest … Continue reading Murphy’s Law vs. Occum’s Razor
Lake Erie Mills Race
Last year, my Canadian friend Wally Hogan and I sailed the double-handed division of the iconic Mills Race, which starts … Continue reading Lake Erie Mills Race
Cruising the North Channel
My last post had us docked in Little Tub Harbor, Tobermory, Ontaria, which is the gateway to Lake Huron’s North … Continue reading Cruising the North Channel
Yacht Yoga
When I last posted, I was safely docked at the Port Huron Yacht Club after a rather spirited sail across … Continue reading Yacht Yoga
Just a Little Jaunt Across Lake Erie
In past years, while “Nor’easter” was domiciled on Lake Erie, I would get together a few guys to do the … Continue reading Just a Little Jaunt Across Lake Erie
Meanwhile, back on Lake Erie
Since bringing “Nor’easter” back to Sandusky, Ohio, both the Swan and I have felt a bit let down after all … Continue reading Meanwhile, back on Lake Erie
Sharks, Skates, and Rays in Fakarava
This, the second largest atoll in the Tuomotus chain, is a magical spot. Only 37 miles long with a population … Continue reading Sharks, Skates, and Rays in Fakarava
Enjoying Nuku Hiva
We have spent the past several days since arrival clearing Customs (which took 3 days), reprovisioning, and hiking around the … Continue reading Enjoying Nuku Hiva
Fatu Hiva: Gem of the Marquesas
After an easy night motoring upwind 155 NM, we dropped anchor around 0900 in Baie Hanavavae, nestled among towering peaks … Continue reading Fatu Hiva: Gem of the Marquesas
Land Ho!
Saturday April 30, as I relieved Travis to begin my 2000-2400 watch, the fine SE winds had already decreased from … Continue reading Land Ho!
(Almost) Circumnavigation 