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Category Archives: Adventure
Frostbite Regatta
Imagine the deck of a 31′ sailboat, slick with spray and heaving over three-foot waves while heeling at a 45-degree angle. As she tacks, you duck out of the way of the boom and hang on, while keeping feet and … Continue reading
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Tagged Potomac River, Quantico Yacht Club, racing, sailing
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Whitecaps for Shay
The day started off prickly. Serious communication glitches in the Saturday Sail coordination process caused me to spend 20 minutes and however much gas to drive down to the dock, only to find no scouts, and no captain. I was … Continue reading
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"Lifelong Dream Come True" or "Movable Ballast"
Caitlin and I went racing with a skipper from another nearby ship. The race was in West River, MD, a race I had seen 2 years ago when anchored out on my first cruise.I had wanted to race since I … Continue reading
R&R, Sorta’
The invitation for 2 days of R&R was unexpected, but greatly appreciated, as I was in much need of a little break from my usual demanding routine. Respite came through approximately forty-five hours at a beach house on stilts planted … Continue reading
