As we headed down Johnstone Strait on May 21, a familiar silhouette appeared behind us. Salacia, a Nordy Forty home ported in Anacortes, followed us into the Port Harvey Marine Resort. George and his wife opened the marina about 4 years ago. During “the season” (next week??) he bakes, and cooks in the small cafe.
Without cinnamon rolls, we had a little difficulty justifying the use of the word "resort" in the name....
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| Another dock friend. Life is good. |
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This (tourist )First Nations canoe was off of Alert Bay on our way to Port McNeill the next day.
As we tied up, a lovely little sloop (18') entered the harbor. Orciana, her skipper, Christina, and crew, Judith were headed for the Queen Charlotte Islands, 60 miles off the BC coast.
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| This gadget sends GPS coordinates to the skipper and crew's family and friends. |
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Christina (in the cap) and Judith met 4 years ago working in the Queen Charlottes and are returning as WWOOFers. I had heard of WWOOFers once before (still don’t know if I am spelling that right) and now they seem to be everywhere. It is a great concept: individuals get to see a new part of the world and "farmers" get much needed help. Apparently the term “farmer” is used loosely. Judith is from Germany, and just flew to Canada last week for this summer adventure.
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My first question to Christiana was: How does your mother feel about this?
She hates it!. She hates the boat. She hates the whole thing.
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| Air travel is important in Pt. McNeill. We, personally, appreciated the laundrormat. |
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| Maintenance on the anchor windlass before crossing Queen Charlotte Straits, positioning ourselves to round Cape Caution on Sunday, May 27. |
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