Off To The Bahamas
Atwood Harbour On Acklins Island Is Next - 09 Jun
Friday 9 Jun 2006
Mike: We're just about to depart from the Turtle Cove Marina. We're waiting for the tide to rise since we bottomed in the sand in the channel coming in yesterday. We'll be skipping Mayaguana and Plana Cay and shoot straight for Acklins. This'll be an overnight sail of about 115nm. We'll be south of Mayaguana, cut up between it and Plana and then head for the northern part of Acklins. So far, the weather's been just about perfect for all our passages. Anyway, by going to Acklins direct, we'll have two extra days to play elsewhere in the Bahamas - Clarencetown or maybe Georgetown.
Some of you noticed that the dates appear to be wrong. We've now found that when we post from the boat via satellite while underway, the posting appears up to a day or more later on the blog. So, we'll start putting dates at the top as well as part of the posting. Next time we get high speed access, we'll be posting more pics.
The boat's been reprovisioned now and we're ready... come on tide!
Posted by Ali-Mike 7:50 AM
You folks are making excellent time.
I am sure you have heard this, but there is a possible TS developing near Cuba. NOAA expects it to move North. This could impact your travel plans. Keep a sharp watch.
Let us know if you are planning to head to Jacksonville for some R&R.
Have a great time.
Peace and Fair Winds.
Mark Vitry
Saturday 10 Jun 2006 by mjvitry