Thanks for the info, Larry. It sounds like nature really puts on a show up there. I will definitely look into getting the guides you mention. Regards, Ron --- Larry E Yake <leyake@juno.com> wrote:
On Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:13:24 -0700 (PDT) judy casino <jratesq@yahoo.com> writes:
Hi Group, My wife and I are considering a trip to the San Juan Islands in Washington State with our M15 and would appreciate any info on sailing and launch ramp availability in the islands. Thanks, Ron Casino, M15 "Spirit"
Hey, I think I can answer this one! How many pages do you want, Ron? We've had a Montgomery rendezvous in the islands the last 4 years and there's quite a few sailors on the list that could give you tips on sailing there. I believe there's a trip report on two on the MSOG website that tells about our cruises. We're skipping 2008 (or at least I won't be organizing it), but if you want to wait a year we'll be getting together again in 2009. We've always launched in Anacortes. They have a lift there for a reasonable fee so you don't have to put your trailer in salt water, good long term parking, a nice marina, and all the facilities you might need within walking distance in the town. From there it's just a 2 or 3 hour sail out the Guemes channel, across the Rosario Strait, and into the islands. I won't even try to cover all your options there! Great anchorages, nice marinas, beautiful hikes and sunsets, seals, eagles, orcas, ..... If you have more specific questions feel free to ask me off line, or get ideas from more of the group. Depending on the time of year, be prepared to motor up to half the time (if you're trying to reach a specific location). The winds can be erratic due to the islands themselves blocking and channeling the winds. If you haven't yet, I would recommend getting a good cruising guide to the area, like "Gunkholing in the San Juan Islands" or the "Dreamspeaker" guide. You'll definitely want a Canadian Current Atlas and the corresponding Washburnes Tables to show the strength and direction of the tidal currents for every hour of the day. Plan your route by the currents, not the wind. They're more dependable.
Larry
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