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Travel Day Jan. 14, 24 (Elizabeth Harbor to Hooper’s Bay (Travel day #50)
Scott here. Yes, we are still around and still in the Bahamas! Eventually, Rita will put out a post or two with some photos of the area. It is sooooooo beautiful. I just don’t get tired of looking at the harbor. There are a number of trails that lead to the Sound side of the…
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Travel Day Jan. 2, 24 (Elizabeth Harbor to Elizabeth Harbor) Travel Day #49 with stats too
Scott had a relaxing travel day, moving to a new mooring ball and testing the Blackwater Bazooka. The device worked well, allowing them to discharge waste legally. He also shared information about different waste disposal options and regulations, emphasizing the importance of responsible waste management at sea and near shore.
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Travel Day Dec 31, 23 (Marina at Emerald Bay to George Town) Travel Day # 48
The couple has been at Emerald Bay Marina for 18 days, recently navigating challenges like driving on the left in a rented car. They faced a dilemma with their boat equipment but found a solution through helpful fellow boaters. With plans to depart on a specific high tide, they are ready for the next leg…
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Travel day #47 stats
Scott recounts a journey from Staniel Cay to Great Exuma’s Marina at Emerald Bay on December 12, 2023, noting the potential for an extended stay due to early arrival. He mentions the famous Fyre Festival, supposed to occur nearby. The journey started later than planned due to an obstructed exit, and cutting through the islands…
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Travel day Dec. 12, 23 (Staniel Cay to George Town) Travel day #47
Scott here. This has been our destination from the start. Christmas in the Bahamas with all three kids and six grandkids. They will be in their Airbnb next week. We are so excited. As you may know the weather will really suck for the next 5-7 days. At least for traveling on a boat. So,…
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Travel day #46 stats
On December 11, 2023, Scott traveled from Hawksbill Cay to Staniel Cay, taking longer than planned due to a relaxed pace. From January 1, 2024, all travels will be unhurried. Scott considers Staniel Cay Yacht Club’s rates comparatively cheap compared to other marinas. He mentioned enjoying fresh grouper fingers and decent pizza during the journey.
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Travel Day #45 stats
Scott recounts his adventure traveling from Nassau to Hawksbill Island and staying on a mooring ball for the first time. Despite challenging conditions, including intense winds and waves causing damage to their dinghy, they persevered. The beauty of the location, including a surprising encounter with a large turtle, made the journey worthwhile. The stay lasted…
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Travel Day Dec. 7, 2023 (Chub Cay to Nassau) Travel day #44
We did not plan on traveling today, but the weather was the best it was going to be for a few days so we decided it was time to go. I am doing this off line so bear we me. Initial PlanDate: December 7, 2023Nebo Link: Click hereCrew: Captain Scott, 1st Mate Rita, & K9 JazzyStart…
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Travel day #43 stats
Scott and his crew sailed from Bimini to Chub Cay, a trip of nearly 11 hours covering 99.5 miles. They made the journey smoothly, enjoying changes in water depth and scenery, and even picked up some ocean debris including a sizable fender. Arriving at Chub Cay marina around 5:45 PM, they admired the local service…
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Travel Day Dec. 5, 23 (Bimini to Chub Cay) Travel Day #43
Scott plans to travel nearly 100 miles east southeast into the Bahamas. The day will start early to accommodate Jazzy’s walk before departure. Scott and Rita explored Bimini and discovered a distinctive establishment with multiple businesses. The journey, conducted by Scott, Rita, and Jazzy, will take almost 11 hours with a potential hazard of missing…
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