Since 1978 I have been fortunate to sail wooden boats. In 2006 I set out to find a Drascombe Longboat Cruiser for single-handed expedition sailing. This is the continuing story of how it came to be, our adventures, notes on the maritime world and other things I don't want to forget...


Friday, September 23, 2011

Late Fall Down South

I have started to look at a November trip to Cayo Costa. My sailing friend Terry and I are planning to take Annie down the 2nd week and set off to explore the islands around Charlotte Harbor. From St. Augustine, it is a good 5-6 hour drive through the middle of the state. It will most likely still be warm there and the blue water, white beaches, exotic flora and good fishing make for a tempting adventure.

My friend Ron (WaterScribe) is leading a group of West Coast Trailer Sailors the week after but with other commitments that time slot was out for us. I am interested in tapping Ron's knowledge of the area.

Good luck Steve and Spartina on your trip up the Chesapeake!

Cayo Costa from the north

Crossing the State
A possible launch at Bokeelia

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3 comments:

  1. David TraxelSeptember 25, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Dear Curt Bowman,
    We had an e-mail correspondence a few years ago as I was considering having Ted Perry build a lugger or a longboat for me. That didn't happen, or at least not yet, but I am in touch with him about the lugger he now has for sale.
    Just wanted to say that I enjoy your "log" on your adventures in Annie, and hope you keep it up.
    All the best, David Traxel

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  2. CurtSeptember 25, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Thanks for the note David. I am enjoying writing the blog and am glad you are as well reading it. If you decide to purchase from Ted... you will not be disappointed.

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  3. sailing gamesOctober 20, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Thank you for this post, hope there will be some other more when you come back from the adventure, I'd like to know more about your vessel.

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