We've been on a mooring here in Black Sound since we arrived in the Bahamas about 10 days ago. The original plan had been to clear customs here and then move onto Hopetown for Christmas and New Years like we did last year. After a little discussion we opted to stay here on Green Turtle … Continue reading Hanging Out at New Plymouth
Month: December 2018
Waking Up Under the Q Flag
We had waited 10 days for a weather window to cross the Gulf Stream and go to the Abacos in the northern Bahamas and today was the day. It's not a terribly long crossing but what makes it special is the Gulf Stream current. In this area the Gulf Stream is about 30 miles across … Continue reading Waking Up Under the Q Flag
USA in the Rear View Mirror
We left Vero at first light and have now put the Ft Pierce inlet behind us. Not much wind and gentle seas. We're motor sailing and on our way.
Off to the Bahamas
We've been holed up at the Vero Beach Marina for 10 days waiting for the right weather to cross the Gulf Stream and go to the Bahamas. We've had lots of company with three boats rafting together on most mooring balls waiting to do the same thing. The weather is finally right for a crossing … Continue reading Off to the Bahamas
Back Aboard
Phebe and I are back aboard Noodin after a summer of touring around the northwest in our motorhome visiting family and friends. We made a last minute decision to take the motorhome (Steve) to Georgia with us to hook up with Noodin. It was a good trip and gave us an idea of what the … Continue reading Back Aboard