My third night at Portage Bay was peaceful, the wind died down late last night and I was able to get a good night’s sleep. The sun tried to break through the clouds today but didn’t succeed. I could detect a bit of warmth and my solar panel registered a one-amp charge briefly. It’s no... Continue Reading →
STILL PLUGGING AWAY DOWN STEPHENS PASSAGE
Last night was quiet but the occasional sound of the anchor chain dragging over the rocky bottom and the thought if ice floes circulating in the anchorage wasn’t conducive to a peaceful night’s sleep. This morning started with foggy patches and low cloud type rain. By eight the visibility started improving and I departed the... Continue Reading →
BEACHCOMBING BEARS, WHALES AND ICEBERGS
A couple of American sailing boats came alongside the float last night, a good reason for a get together and sundowners. Sunset didn’t occur until 21:37 last night. This morning I saw my first Black Bear. He came out of the woods and wandered along the foreshore doing a bit of beachcombing, occasionally digging in... Continue Reading →