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Jay and Jo-Lee, What an epic expedition! The stories and photos you have shared are a treasure that I will recall and revisit. The harrowing moments when you hung on to Mokai must have taken strength of will even more than physical strength, Jay, similar to Jo-Lee dealing with the vertigo...

Jay, your descriptions of the weather, scenery, bears and whales continue to captivate and are wonderful to read. Your decision-making is fascinating as you consider forecasts and potential landslides, tides and traffic. Thanks for taking the time to recount each day, and with wonderful...

Thanks for posting this, Dr. Bob. What a tale with great photos :!: :!:

Yes, you did make sound decisions and visited some great spots on your first trip to the San Juan Islands! I love going through Deception Pass and like you don't always hit it right at slack, but am careful of timing and ready for squirrelly water. I have not always enjoyed the Skagit Flats...

Sounds like a great trip getting there! Seeing the large waves as you moved away from the kelp is a reminder of why kayakers are told to head for kelp when possible if the waves become large...much nicer in there, although paddlers need to be immediately ready to cut away the kelp if...

Hi Jay, I really enjoyed the bear and bird photos which are a great way to end the evening. Thanks for taking them and posting them. I still am wondering about anchoring so close to shore when it is definitely bear country...it seems counterintuitive...? Also I am confused why you anchor in...

Yes, congratulations to you, Dee and Don, and the parents :!: What wonderful moments you will have with this little fellow! Joy that just keeps coming as you watch him, hold him, and love him more each day... Enjoy! Anne

"Bright overcast" is perfect, Jim! You have the positive spirit to be a honorary member of We :love WA Anne

Great to hear you South Padre Islanders hooked up after Willie's Tug got the new hose project finished, finally. I am sure you compared notes about how refreshing the climate is here in the upper left corner this time of year :D Remember, we just wait a bit and a new weather system...

Congratulations, George, on a job well done! I hope that you will get more articles published in the future. Articles such as this are helpful to others interested in learning more about what is involved in boating, and you are clear and articulate :D Anne Cascadia R 25SC

Barry, thanks for sharing many examples of how to manage well in a small space. I have great respect for you both sharing all the responsibilities interchangeably. Reading is a grand way to enter a different world, and a fine outlet in such small quarters. A delightful change of scenery and...

Sitting here as the rain continues and the moisture builds, I am becoming more and more interested in ventilation issues. I recall reading about anti-condensation pads (Hypervent, Dry Bunk, slats) for the v berth and wonder if any Brats have used this idea and if so did it help? I...

Each year this gathering is delightful, and filled with fun folks! Ruth said it best in her email as she so often does. Thanks to all of you who came and shared and to those who missed this year, maybe next year... What a wonderful group! Patti and Barry, you have outdone yourselves...

George, the simplicity of living small is a powerful siren for me also, yet the "nest" is a comfortable, albeit task-laden and very expensive lifestyle that I have stayed with longer than expected. Ever since I first saw the 25 Ranger Tug four years ago I have felt it could be a very...

I learned about you from a close family friend of 28 years and have enjoyed reading your comments and learning of your travels over many years and many miles. Thank you for sharing your values and adventures, your opinions and your lifestyle. You are special people within the C-Brat...

Mine are sold; hopefully the others that emailed will find some also:-) Like George, I prefer weight to be low in the boat (old kayaker) so moved the batteries and found mine were fine in the battery boxes which I also kept between the fuel tanks, in the same location. The lazarettes are at...

Hi, i have a pair of brand new lazarette covers that I purchased to put on my '22 C-Dory but never managed to do so. I will be happy to sell them to anyone for $62.00 including postage. or $50.00 locally. Anne Cox 425 445 8033 Kenmore, WA

Happy St. Patrick's Day to all! Great news to share on this day for the "wearing of the green." My son has purchased a 25SC Ranger Tug (green trim) which is the same model as Ruth and Joe's. I will be the lucky caretaker for this family boat! The boat's name is Cascadia, the same name as the...

Great to know you are back on the water again, Robbi! Congratulations! Anne Cox

Retirement is wonderful! So many options are available, and even simple things like being able to walk your dog in daylight is delightful. Volunteering and having time to swim regularly have been lots of fun for me, as well as doing a project or reading a book cover to cover whenever you choose...