Leaving Coos Bay, Oregon on September 8th, we encountered the roughest
conditions to date with gale force winds NW35 Gusts to 42. After a quick
stop in Eureka, CA, we settled into San Francisco for a few day sails with
family and friends. Emery Cove Yacht Harbor was a strategic base of
operation.
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Northern Waterthrush stowed aboard coming down the coast about ten miles offshore.
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Scrambled egg provided sustenance for the trip back to shore.
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NOAA weather buoys like 46013 provide weather data for us.
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Bill Murdock crewed from Portland, making a difficult trip managable. More than watch rotation, his jovial and thoughtful presence added much.
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Sue revelled in arriving at the Golden Gate!
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Ted holding son Caleb with Jason looking on.
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Grandson Caleb was aboard for a day sail in SF.
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Sister Donna took in the whole experience sailing the Bay.
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Sister Donna and her daughter-in-law Christy enjoyed a day on the Bay.
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My nephew Jason was a quick student.
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Fuel polishing contractor cleaned 3 diesel tanks in SF.
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