Back in the fall when we made the decision to try for a run down to the Columbia River in the early spring, we thought…
Off we go down the coast to the mighty Columbia
I’ve recently come to realize that I’m not great about sharing Yahtzee’s future plans on the blog. It’s not purposeful. I guess I just enjoy living…
Sunshine, solitude and a taste of spring in Pirates Cove
When we woke up on Saturday morning, we didn’t expect to see the sun shining so brightly through our cabin windows. A brilliant blue sky…
Why we’re out here: 7 inspiring days of sailing
When we rounded the northern corner of Salt Spring Island the squall overtook us. Big drops of rain coupled with strong headwinds brought visibility to…
Riding a gale across the Strait of Juan de Fuca
As big, frothing green and white waves passed under and behind Yahtzee, we’d pause and then surf down them with a hoot and holler from the…
Adding two new anchorages to our trophy case
It’s no wonder someone (Ann Vipond and William Kelly) wrote a cruising guide entitled “Best Anchorages of the Inside Passage”, because you can basically collect them…
Seclusion abounds in the offseason at Cabbage Island
The sun burst through the clouds as we motor-sailed into a strong current between tiny islets in the Gulf Islands. Once clear of the islands and…
Winter cruising at its finest in the Gulf Islands
I’ll concede that it’s not winter quite yet, but with the strong wind and rain that has battered the Pacific Northwest as of late, it…
Playing house gives us perspective
As we approached Blind Island State Park near Shaw Island on Monday afternoon, the sun wriggled free from the clouds and a light mist fell. A…
Thankful for cruising in the Pacific Northwest
There is truly nothing like cruising in the Pacific Northwest, and we recognize that each and every day. Here is some of what we’re are…