DuckDogTitus
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it was sometime last summer that the idea of adventure via boat first beeped on my radar. I didn't grow up in a family with a dense boating history, so a lot of these marine parks were unknown to me. the research began, and by Oct I remember that we were pretty sure C-Dory was the way to go (but we'd make no decisions until the boat show). From there, there was the financial planning, space planning, maintenance planning, and of course hunting for the elusive used c-dory (an 8 month expedition in itself). re-taking my boaters course, researching camping and exploration trips, etc.
This boating season we've had the C-Dory out 27 days so far (purchased in May). We've had many 1 night or 2 night trips, usually sleeping at the Marina we launched at. Last week we made one of our final "big" (not dollar wise) purchases required for true 'grand' adventures. A Dinghy!
We launched at Bellingham on Friday, motored into Friday harbor through a rather roundabout way, made lots of new friends (and met some great C-Dory enthusiasts). Luckily we had allowed a lot of extra time (as is my rule when boating) because the northbound traffic was horrendous. We pulled into Friday with plenty of time to spare and enjoyed a beautiful cruise and sunset:
Saturday we motored up to Jones Island, moored up for a steak breakfast,
then conquered what was for me another hurdle and accomplishment. launched the dinghy and rowed to shore while hoping that my floating and tied vessel stayed both floating and tied while I was away :thup
we hiked around Jones Island for the morning, admired the very nice pit bathrooms,
did some beach combing, and site seeing and soaked in the pleasure of our mini-adventure and "first time" accomplishments. Loved looking down on the moored vessels (especially our own) from the cliffy hiking trail:
a few weeks back I saw Andrew Zimmern eating "Opihi" in Hawaii and I saw what looked similar, so I ate one.
I dont know what it really was but it tasted fine
That's our boat in the background:
the smiling face suggests its still floating and tied
The vibe in the Friday Harbor Marina was great. Christina and I have always felt there is something different about the energy in a Marina vs land based RV/Campgrounds. Maybe its because everyone is on an adventure. We enjoyed the views and a little Pirate Farkle. (its like regular Farkle, but the loser loses a finger.)
we woke up to an amazing morning pretty much each day.
enjoyed Sushi and Saki one evening for dinner:
and omelets and coffee the last morning for breakfast before heading home.
I dont think a Canada trip is in the cards for us this year, but I am feeling much more confident in our skills on the water, the marina, and with our trip planning capabilities. I am certain Princess Louisa is on the agenda for 2014.
This boating season we've had the C-Dory out 27 days so far (purchased in May). We've had many 1 night or 2 night trips, usually sleeping at the Marina we launched at. Last week we made one of our final "big" (not dollar wise) purchases required for true 'grand' adventures. A Dinghy!
We launched at Bellingham on Friday, motored into Friday harbor through a rather roundabout way, made lots of new friends (and met some great C-Dory enthusiasts). Luckily we had allowed a lot of extra time (as is my rule when boating) because the northbound traffic was horrendous. We pulled into Friday with plenty of time to spare and enjoyed a beautiful cruise and sunset:
Saturday we motored up to Jones Island, moored up for a steak breakfast,
then conquered what was for me another hurdle and accomplishment. launched the dinghy and rowed to shore while hoping that my floating and tied vessel stayed both floating and tied while I was away :thup
we hiked around Jones Island for the morning, admired the very nice pit bathrooms,
did some beach combing, and site seeing and soaked in the pleasure of our mini-adventure and "first time" accomplishments. Loved looking down on the moored vessels (especially our own) from the cliffy hiking trail:
a few weeks back I saw Andrew Zimmern eating "Opihi" in Hawaii and I saw what looked similar, so I ate one.
I dont know what it really was but it tasted fine
That's our boat in the background:
the smiling face suggests its still floating and tied
The vibe in the Friday Harbor Marina was great. Christina and I have always felt there is something different about the energy in a Marina vs land based RV/Campgrounds. Maybe its because everyone is on an adventure. We enjoyed the views and a little Pirate Farkle. (its like regular Farkle, but the loser loses a finger.)
we woke up to an amazing morning pretty much each day.
enjoyed Sushi and Saki one evening for dinner:
and omelets and coffee the last morning for breakfast before heading home.
I dont think a Canada trip is in the cards for us this year, but I am feeling much more confident in our skills on the water, the marina, and with our trip planning capabilities. I am certain Princess Louisa is on the agenda for 2014.
oh and by the way, we met the owners of C-Chantey (Tim and Betsy) while at FH and somewhere along the lines you guys came up. I can't recall if it was in regards to local travels or boat stuff but they had asked if we had read your website, which I have bookmarked :wink: 
