When an adventure begins, usually you envision in your mind how you think it will go…and that’s what makes it an adventure…it never goes like you think it will.

Our adventure began at 4am in the Detroit Metro airport, on our way to Puerto Rico. The objective: prep and launch eight boats in Puerto Rico’s Del Rey Marina boatyard, and then deliver 2 catamarans safely to the CYOA Yacht Charter base located in St Thomas’ Frenchtown district.… Continue

The conditions were too perfect for a long anticipated venture out to the Manitou Islands located about 10 miles off Northern Michigan's west coast (the town of Leland). To get there by sailboat would require a long commitment since our sailboat wasn't near the islands. So on an unusually calm and sunny day, we launched the "work boat", a 20' Robalo… Continue

If its possible to overdose on boat browsing, the Annapolis Boat Show is the place that will happen. It was cool to see the highest of the high end boats and all the amazing innovations that go with the price tags but my favorites are the boats that appeal to the practical side of me. But that is probably why I have owned mostly station wagons my whole life.… Continue

With temperatures and leaves falling, it seems like the perfect time to do some sailing. All of our sailing this summer seemed to be cold weather sailing so taking a long weekend in October to play in the water seems the natural step---perhaps even schlepping some boats up to Northport??? November is the latest I have ever been sailing and I sure would not be opposed to try for December in Michigan!

It's late September and I'm finally catching my breath after another fast-paced season. Actually, this is the first chance I've had in months to see what the rest of the Community has been up to! Just wanted to say thanks to everyone for contributing and keep the momentum rolling! This is a great time of year with still plenty of good sailing on the horizon. And I'm sure the fall colors will not be disappointing when seen from under sail as well. I'm really looking forward to some brisk fall sai… Continue