My intentions for an early start evaporated when John produced a pot of fresh coffee and muffins straight from the oven. We sat in the cockpit of Caro Babbo chatting and eating happily until late morning. It was almost mid-day by the time I heaved the anchor from the mud and motored out of Russell... Continue Reading →
LINGERING IN WRANGELL
This morning I decided to stay a couple of extra days in Wrangell. It’s a friendly little place so it’s no chore to linger a while longer. I also want to get a couple of stainless bits made up for the boat for an autopilot modification I want to try out. The handy engineer guy... 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 →
HUNKERED DOWN IN TAKU HARBOUR
Last night when I entered Taku Harbour I prepared the anchor ready to drop. It was a last minute decision to moor alongside the float. Its easier to anchor than get the fenders rigged and dock lines out of the locker. This morning I was glad I made the decision to moor alongside. The forecast... Continue Reading →
The Adventures of Captain Ray Penson 