Tag: commuter cruiser
Fire Hazard Warning!
If your battery charger ever shows a red fault light, STOP what you're doing immediately and figure out what's up! Very scary afternoon aboard sv Winterlude.
Wherever We Go
Wherever we go we seem to find large birds behaving uniquely. Today while celebrating an early Thanksgiving feast with my Dad & family, a...
Oh No! Silent Pactor Modem
Our SSB radio and Pactor modem was always our reassuring source of contact with elderly parents and family when cruising out of communications range. But this year when I turned on the SSB, there was no reassuring beep from the modem... Now what?
Never A Dull Moment
Who living "inside" ever sees cormorants fighting for fish while cooking for Thanksgiving? And who runs out of water while washing dishes and discovers a huge manatee sunning right by the hose?
Great Day for a Paddle & a Surprise Ending!
What a fun day, highlighted by a great paddle in our kayaks - first time in the kayaks this cruising season and both of us were reminded that kayaking, although relaxing, does require some effort, especially if there's a bit of wind.
The 10 Most Dog-Eared Books Aboard Awards!
When we left to go cruising, our bookshelves were jammed with all Nigel Calder's boatowners guides, as well as many other "boat" specific type books. But there were other books that enhanced our cruising lives that should not be left behind!
Windlass Woes … Preventative Maintenance?
Our Lighthouse 1501 Windlass works fine ... and usually there are other things aboard the boat that don't work, sometimes at all, so the fact that it started looking a bit different, didn't concern us too much. But it's time for preventative maintenance to keep it working fine!
Chilly SW FL Evening … Tuxedo Soup Simmering!
The wind is howling outside, making the boat cabin chilly. We needed a quick tasty meal after working on our windlass all day. And if it made the cabin nice and toasty at the same time ... win win!
A Favorite Anchorage SW Florida
Gotta love an anchorage that features miles of unspoiled barrier island beaches, especially in southwest Florida, where undeveloped beaches are hard to find.
Everyone’s In A Hurry!
The joy of sailing back from our brief shakedown cruise, combined with some bad news this morning, put me in a reflective mood. Be sure to enjoy every minute of every day.
