Preparing to make the “THE BIG LEFT TURN”…
a reference to when a boat gets to the westernmost end of the Strait of Juan de Fuca just after Neah Bay and can turn left into the Pacific Ocean and go as far south as they want to go!
SV Counting Stars
In the fall of 2017, after several years of research, numerous boat shows and charters, we decided the Leopard 45, Cruising World’s 2017 Boat of the Year, was the boat for us. 18 months later that dream became a reality as we took possession of SV Counting Stars following her display at the Miami Boat Show February 14-18, 2019.
Seasoned (not yet Salty) Crew
We began a journey over a decade, based on the inspiration of some very good friends, learning to sail, building our knowledge, skills and confidence. Along the way researching different boats and gear, and being continuously inspired by YouTube channels of those living the dream. Now we’d like to share our journey with you…
A Beautiful Setting
We have sailed in Florida, Cuba, the BVI’s and elsewhere, and have aspirations to travel to distant shores upon retirement… In the interim have taken full advantage of the Pacific Northwest where the San Juan, Vancouver and Gulf Islands offer some of the most beautiful cruising grounds in the world.
Latest from the Logbook
Bahia Asunción
Arrived Bahia Asunción. Completed an 11 hour 55nm passage from Bahia Tortuga… seas were calm and skies were clear. Did laundry while underway… Dave caught/released 23 skipjack tuna and caught/kept two 50lb yellowfin…
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Bahia Tortugas
Arrived Bahia Tortugas. Had a small weather window to depart Ensenada Marina Coral with expected 12ft swell NNW making way from the Gulf of Alaska. Out of Ensenada we beat directly into the swell until reaching Isla…
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Ensenada
Counting Stars departed San Diego 0500, crossed into Mexico waters and raised the Q flag! For checking into Mexico, we worked with Michelle Aguilar from BC Connection Yacht Management who was absolutely fantastic! BC…
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