First we tack to starboard.
In winter, the winds and waves here can grow to epic proportions. But today it's just enough to let us to safely learn to sail. -- Margy
Thursday, April 21, 2016
Spring Sailing
We've had a very mild, in fact warm, spring. The weather has been great for gardening and sunbathing, but pretty calm for sailing. When April showers move through, we get just enough wind to take our new Ste. Marie out for a sail on Powell Lake.
First we tack to starboard.
Then we tack to port where we see some clearing skies.
Finally we make it out to the open area we call the North Sea.
In winter, the winds and waves here can grow to epic proportions. But today it's just enough to let us to safely learn to sail. -- Margy
First we tack to starboard.
In winter, the winds and waves here can grow to epic proportions. But today it's just enough to let us to safely learn to sail. -- Margy
Sailing---what fun! I'm no sailor, but I can imagine the thrill. I hope you get more days of gorgeous skies while you're out on the water.
ReplyDeleteWe are just learning. Summer should be a lot of fun. - Margy
DeleteHello, your spring sailing trip looks like fun! I am not a sailor, but I am ok with the calm waters. Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteMe too, I hate rough water. - Margy
DeleteFun times for you two on the sailboat. Hopefully the weather will be good for you in the coming months.
ReplyDeleteWe get good breezes on the lake during the summer because of temperature changes from day to night. Should be perfect. - Margy
DeleteBeautiful! What a way to spend the day - you have a lovely life
ReplyDeleteEasier than our kayak, but both are a lot of fun. - Margy
DeleteHave fun learning to sail!
ReplyDeleteLearning from "Sailing for Dummies" probably isn't the best way, but we are pretty safe up the lake. - Margy
DeleteMy! You are adventurous. It looks like a good day for learning.
ReplyDeleteWe have so many hobbies it's hard to keep up with all of them. Guess that's what retirement is for. - Margy
DeleteIt's nearly summer time!!!!
ReplyDeleteAnd we are ready!! - Margy
DeleteYou guys have so much fun----lucky dogs. Happy sailing.
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You are pretty lucky as well. The only thing I miss is horses. - Margy
DeleteGreat that you are getting some sailing weather. I have no doubt that you will master sailing very quickly! Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteWe are trying to learn "man overboard" rescue techniques. Not as easy as it looks on the video. - Margy
DeleteLove that last shot of looking along the sail to the shore! Nice shots! Enjoy learning to sail!
ReplyDeleteA friend's cabin is on one side. It made a good spot to aim for. - Margy
DeleteAh, my kind of peace xxx
ReplyDeleteYou are used to a much larger sailboat, but this one is perfect for our lake use. We had to pay for it to be hauled up from Vancouver on the ferries. That cost almost as much as the boat. - Margy
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