Alert Bay – Drive By
Here is a short video of our Alert Bay drive-by yesterday. With the rain today I had time to do some video editing.
Author: Steve
Journey from Mound Island to Port McNeill: Day 24 of Our Adventure
Today’s journey took us from the serene surroundings of Mound Island at Blackfish Sound to the bustling hub of Port McNeill. We covered 27 miles, navigating through calm waters and stunning landscapes, arriving with a sense of anticipation for the next couple of days. Wildlife Sightings The day started with an awe-inspiring display of nature.
Exploring the Broughtons with the Bellingham Yacht Club: A 9-Night Adventure
Our recent 9-night cruise with the Bellingham Yacht Club through the Broughtons was nothing short of spectacular. This journey through some of British Columbia’s most stunning and remote waters offered a perfect blend of camaraderie, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable experiences. Here’s a look at our route and the highlights from each stop along the way.
Navigating Through the Fog: Waddington Bay to Mound Island
Today’s journey from Waddington Bay to Mound Island was a tranquil yet foggy passage, testing both our patience and navigational skills. With visibility reduced to almost nothing, we relied heavily on our charts, radar, AIS, and autopilot to guide us the 13 miles to our destination. This brought our overall trip to an impressive 606
A Journey from Sullivan Bay to Waddington Bay
Today’s leg of our adventure took us from the cozy confines of Sullivan Bay to the tranquil waters of Waddington Bay, covering a total of 31 miles and bringing our trip total to an impressive 592 miles. As we embarked on this journey, we were greeted by the dynamic and ever-changing conditions that make boating
Rainy Journey from Sutherland Bay to Sullivan Bay
First I should add a link to yesterdays post at Sutherland Bay with the bears. For some reason facebook blocked that post and didn’t allow me to post it to my own facebook feed. https://shipslog.stedman.us/2024/08/day-20-southerland-bay-and-bears/ Day 21 on this adventure. Our adventure continued today with a short yet eventful 16.5-mile trip from Sutherland Bay to
Day 20: Sutherland Bay and Bears
Our recent trip from Turnbull Cove to Sutherland Bay was a short yet mesmerizing journey through the heart of the Broughtons. This region, known for its rugged beauty and untamed wilderness, never fails to captivate with its dramatic landscapes and abundant wildlife. Todays route of 19.2 miles. As we set out, our route took us
Day 19: Short and Sweet Journey to Turnbull Cove
Today marked a brief but enjoyable leg of our adventure as we traveled from Claydon Bay to Turnbull Cove, covering just 5.3 miles. Despite the short distance, the day was filled with serene moments and the steady hands of Marcia at the helm. The reason for Marcia taking charge of the entire journey was that
Claydon Bay, Grappler Sound
Today’s journey from Echo Bay, BC, to Claydon Bay in Grappler Sound added another 29 miles to our trip, bringing the total to 519 miles. The day began on a high note as we spotted a humpback whale while pulling our shrimp traps first thing in the morning. It’s always a thrill to witness these
New Hallway Lighting
Today, we finally got around to swapping out the failing lights in the hallway of our Bayliner 4788. These replacements have been on our to-do list since before our trip, and the perfect opportunity presented itself this rainy afternoon here at Claydon Bay in Grappler Sound, nestled within the Broughton Archipelago. The original lights were