We did a lot of work on the boat while we were here…. too much really. Fortunately however we have made a commitment to practice being where we are, and San Diego has some pretty sweet distractions.
San Diego does not suck
In fact San Diego is a most excellent place to be stuck. We spent an unexpected two lovely months in this city and while the circumstances that put us here were less than ideal we really enjoyed ourselves.
Motor Woes
Motors, if they weren’t so wonderfully useful I would not have one.
Plans Schmans
If there is one thing we’ve learned so far on this journey its how not to be in a hurry. I find that I can feel rushed all I want, but it doesn’t get us anywhere any faster… just makes the process less fun.
Our Urban Anchorage
We made our way into the pretty and busy San Diego Bay and had to figure out where to set up camp. There are a few anchorages in the bay that you can stay at for a maximum of 72 hours at time. But there is one that you can stay at for an extended period of time- A9, the cruisers’ anchorage.
Ventura to San Diego
Ventura is a charming beach town, with a mellow vibe and access to some of southern California’s most beautiful wilderness.
Bound to go South
Our next major landmark was Point Conception, a notoriously challenging spot to sail around. Point Conception is a headland where the coastline cuts drastically eastward and is the natural division between Central and Southern California. This area is known for quickly changing conditions- strong winds, steep waves and fast currents that can come up without warning.
See you later alligator
Well, we did it. We left. It was a long time coming. We’ve been planning this transition for seven years. That’s right, seven years!