Every seven or so days Swallow needs be at a location where civilization is present. This is so domestic chores can be done: shopping, collect water, collect gasoline, drop off the trash and recycling, dump the porta-potti and a shower for the crew. The above doesn't require a large community ... the hardest to find … Continue reading Civilization
Swallow, Momma Kitty and Dave have arrived in Canada! A couple days ago motored across Boundary Pass from Stuart Island, San Juan Islands, to Bedwell Harbour and cleared customs. At the unstaffed boarder station I used the courtsey phone for a quick and easy call - Canada makes it simple and welcoming. Wind and current … Continue reading Canada
After a two-and-a-half of weeks living aboard SWALLOW on the water I'm much more comfortable to head to locations where assistance and a chandlery are not close at hand. The plan is to explore British Columbia Canada's Gulf Islands the rest of August and then Washington State's San Juan Islands in September. Now I … Continue reading Heading north
