October 2023: Behind the Scenes

October 2023: Behind the Scenes

by Holly Hendricks on Nov 1

We paid $15 per night to stay on a mooring ball outside St. George’s.  We removed our Mantus chain hook and switched to soft shackles a couple of years ago after a line got caught under the bridle while we were furling in the gennaker, launching the heavy, metal hook through the air right toward Ray…

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Island Life

Island Life

by Holly Hendricks on Oct 29

A Week Aboard S/V Sabado: 10/22/2023 - 10/29/2023 Storm clouds quickly swallowed us. The air cooled, and the rain began shortly after. This weather pattern continued all week, with hot, still mornings and afternoon storms… (read more)…

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September 2023: Behind the Scenes

September 2023: Behind the Scenes

by Holly Hendricks on Oct 1

Having recently purchased a new outboard engine for our dinghy, we decided it was time to upgrade our lock. So, we purchased some stainless steel chain, a new lock and shackles, and a chafe guard from Island Water World for $410.85. The case for our life sling broke. It appears the… (read more)…

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Enjoying the Passage of Time

Enjoying the Passage of Time

by Holly Hendricks on Sep 24

A Week Aboard S/V Sabado: 9/11/2023 - 9/24/2023 Our insurance allows us to move on November 1, so we only have another month in Grenada. We’ve grown very fond of this place, so we are soaking up every last second… (read more)…

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