As I departed the anchorage this morning it was just getting light and still a bit chilly. The early start was to catch the ebb through Hiekish Narrows – which we did but it wasn’t very exciting. The day brightened up as we travelled down Finlayson Channel, nice crisp air and bright sunshine and great... Continue Reading →
PETROGLYPH HUNTING
I had an easy day today and went exploring. It was pretty quiet, its Sunday after all. There are a lot of churches here, ten in total I think. This morning I had planned to stock up on some provisions and fresh food. However, the grocery stores are shut on Sunday in Wrangell. Never mind... Continue Reading →
NORTHBOUND VOYAGE ENDS
Today Ngozi and I had some quality time together in Hoonah. Once the usual chores of laundry, provisioning and maintenance were out of the way we went for a walk around Hoonah. Its not a big place so its not a difficult mission but the locals are friendly and always have time for a chat... Continue Reading →
BARTLETT COVE TO HOONAH
We arrived back in Hoonah this afternoon after an easy crossing of Icy Strait in calm conditions. Calm conditions meant we had to motor again which is not restful but preferable to wind on the nose, so we will take it. In Icy strait there is a lot more ebb than flood so correct timing... Continue Reading →
SHORE LEAVE IN BARTLETT COVE
Today started foggy and calm. The idea of crossing Icy Strait didn’t inspire us and we felt lazy. It seemed a great option to stay in Bartlett Cove. Shore leave and a bit of exploring around the area was the best option. It has been an effort to get to Glacier Bay, another day here to... Continue Reading →
BARTLETT COVE LUXURY
Today we motored down from South Sandy Cove to Bartlett Cove. Flat calm all the way except for the last hour. On the way we stopped at South Marble Island to watch, see and smell the sea lion colony there. Some large noisy sea lions about and the smell is not pleasant. Further on we... Continue Reading →
ANCHORED UNDER REID GLACIER.
Last night was special. We anchored in Reid Inlet under Reid Glacier, a extraordinary place with the Glacier towering above us. Thankfully the night was calm. Today we have motored in calm conditions down to South Sandy Cove. First we tried to anchor in the east arm of the cove but were swamped by large... Continue Reading →
GREAT CALVING GLACIERS
A peaceful night’s sleep at Blue Mouse Cove anchorage has recharged the internal batteries ready for a full day motoring up to Tarr Inlet and the Margerie and Grand Pacific Glacier. We arrived at the Margerie Glacier at midday in brilliant sunshine and clear sky after dodging around floating ice on the way up. The... Continue Reading →
OH WHAT A NIGHT, DRAGGING ANCHOR
Last night we anchored in Fingers Cove, a spot recommended by a friend we had met along the way who had been to Glacier Bay seven times previously. When we entered Fingers Cove it was high water, we made a few attempts to find a suitable anchor spot and couldn’t. There were shoals and deep... Continue Reading →
DESTINATION ACHEIVED
Today we arrived in Glacier Bay. It’s been a long winding road to get here and now we have a permit for a few days to explore and experience the wildlife and natural wonders. The trip across Icy Strait this morning was easy for a change and the forecast headwinds didn’t turn up. The entry... Continue Reading →
The Adventures of Captain Ray Penson 