We were up early and was pulling the anchor at 8am. Marks Bay (Nanaimo) was real sticky mud. Took us 10 minutes or so to wash the mud off the anchor. We left Departure bay with excitement and anticipation. I called Whiskey Golf control of our intentions to cross the military testing area. The area was open and we were given permission to cross. Once we hit the open Straits of Georgia, we found out why it can be a little rough. We had NW winds at 15-25mph which created 4foot plus waves close together. This rocked the boat and as it was hitting us from the port bow, it would give the bow a saltwater wash. All in all not to bad.
The closer we got to Texada Island, the seas laid down and we had smooth water. It picked up again as we approached Francis Peninsula, but no worries, we were almost to Pender Harbor. We have heard stories about this harbor as to its beauty and friendly people. The entrance to the harbor is a little tricky and not something I would want to do at night. To enter, it is a narrow entrance with rocks, but once inside, WOW! What a awesome place.
We made our way back into the harbor and around an island to Garden Bay Marina and Pub. Yep "Pub!" I am in heaven. We got docked up, paid our moorage fees at the pub and sat down for a good lunch. All in one marina and pub.....
I washed to boat and filled with water. Then a 58 foot Ocean Alexander and a 58 foot Selene docked with us! The Americans have arrived. The owners and family are good folks and they are headed to Lund. We also met this guy named Scott. He was on his way back from Alaska. He joined us on our boat for a beer and then he came down later and invited us for dinner. Ribs and fresh oysters! Well yes! After dinner, Scott and I was back on my boat and I brought out the special scotch, Delmore. We are finding folks on this trip are friendly and willing to help anyone.
I think I will like this cruising thing.
Tomorrow we head up to princess Louisa.
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| Leaving Nanaimo |
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| Running the narrow channel from Nanaimo to Departure Bay |
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| Entering Pender Harbor |
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| Enjoying a brew after the "crossing" |
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| Garden Bay Marina |
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| The Pub |
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| Easter Island, nope Pender Harbor |
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| Company |
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| Life is good |
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