A possibility of a Small craft warning, Strong winds and waves to 10 ft made Susan and I put off hosting friends aboard Saturday but gave us great chance to do so practice in some challenging conditions. We stayed close to home but set out to see what Panta Rhei could do with just the two of us and her sails full of wind and the lake stirred up from days of high winds. Susan spent the day at the helm doing a great job. Panta Rhei did not skip a beat in the conditions and we now know it takes a 10 foot wave to get water over the bow. This water did not make it past the anchor locker certainly not the wall of solid green water she has seen before in the ocean and may again some day. Fortunately we bundled up enjoyed the day forgetting that it was July.
This was one of many trials and confidence builders. We also did some practice at docking under strong wind conditions not relying on the dock boys .. Just the two of us. Still not a scratch!!!
Scheduling invites to go sailing is nearly impossible. Others in the marina say they gave up years ago since merging busy schedules, the 3 hour round trip to Sheboygan, and the need for just the right weather for and easy first ride is nearly impossible. It seems Marina people just get together with each other since all know each will show up every weekend.
We are not giving up since this summer will be the easiest time to jump on board. We need a few changes:
Most importantly, let us know when you are available. We are giving up with the invites.If you are reading this, you are invited!!
This was one of many trials and confidence builders. We also did some practice at docking under strong wind conditions not relying on the dock boys .. Just the two of us. Still not a scratch!!!
Scheduling invites to go sailing is nearly impossible. Others in the marina say they gave up years ago since merging busy schedules, the 3 hour round trip to Sheboygan, and the need for just the right weather for and easy first ride is nearly impossible. It seems Marina people just get together with each other since all know each will show up every weekend.
We are not giving up since this summer will be the easiest time to jump on board. We need a few changes:
- First feel free to come aboard as a single. After all your better half may be just a happy at the mall or on the golf course.
- Don't think you have to do anything while on board. You can do as much or as little as you want.
- Please don't hesitate to ask if we are sailing on a upcoming weekend you have free.
- Stay on board overnight it your interested but you can also stay just around the corner on the river at a hotel (both small and huge) We don't stay overnigh because of Seely being at home but you are welcome.
Most importantly, let us know when you are available. We are giving up with the invites.If you are reading this, you are invited!!