FLEET UPDATE 2022-11-08

Panama Posse

PANAMA POSSEย 
ย 
FLEET UPDATEย 

Nov 8, 2022

TOPย NEWSย 

  • UNINVITED VISITORS
  • BIGGEST FISH CAUGHT AWARD
  • BARRA DE NAVIDAD ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ MX ย KICK OFF EVENT ย 
  • 245 VESSELSย  HAILING FROM 19 ENSIGNSย 
  • FORESHADOWING ย "SEA SHANTIES"
  • THE HOISTING OF THE BURGEESย CONTINUE ... ย 
  • PICTURES OF THE WEEK ย 
  • CAREENING IN EL SALVADOR
  • LATE SEASON TROPICAL STORM NICOLEย 
  • โ€œIN PORT SAFETYโ€ย 
  • CASCO VIEJO ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ ย PANAMA
  • SUN POWERED YACHTS โ˜€๏ธโ›ตย SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE
  • SAILING WITH PETS IN CENTRAL AMERICAย  AND THE CARIBBEANย 
  • OCEAN POSSE PARTYย ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ ย SHELTER BAY MARINA ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA
Anchorages

San Juan del Sur ย ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ย NICARAGUA

1) UNINVITED VISITORย 
AWARD ENTRYย 

Grey eyes possum

Itโ€™s a grey four eyed opossum

SY PACIFIC BLUE ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Hans & Irene Breehorn 44โ€ฒ

ย ANOTHER UNINVITED VISITORย 
AWARD ENTRYย 

MIcatlan

Friendly sea snake from the sea! ย Alive and well pushed it back in gently

SY C-YA ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Glenn ย  Island Packet 38.8โ€ฒ

Glenn C-YA

2) NEW ENTRIES INTOย 
BIGGEST FISH CAUGHT AWARDย 

SY MEDEA ย ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Darryl - Bavaria 46โ€ฒ

MEDEA

ANOTHER ENTRY INTOย 
BIGGEST FISH CAUGHT AWARDย 

Aegis

MY AEGIS ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ian & Mary ย - Nordhavn 40โ€ฒ

Aegis IanAegis Mary

ย 
3) ย  BARRA DE NAVIDAD ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ MX ย 
PANANA POSSE KICK OFF EVENT ย 
ย 

Panama Posse Barra

Thursday December 1st, 2022 ย  ย 

ย  ย  1) ย 10:00 PANAMA POSSE INTRO AND OVERVIEW ย  and Fleet Tracking

ย  ย 2) ย 13:00 ROUTE PLANNING & NAVIGATION ย  ย 

ย  ย ย 

ย  ย 

Friday December 2nd, 2022

ย  ย 3) ย 10:00 DANGERS & SAFETY

ย  ย  @ 13:00 COMMUNICATIONS, WEATHER,

ย  ย  @ 17:30 PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF PARTY

ย 

ย  ย 

Thursday December 1st, 2022 ย  ย 

ย  ย  1) ย 10:00 PANAMA POSSE INTRO AND OVERVIEW ย  and Fleet Tracking

ย  ย 2) ย 13:00 ROUTE PLANNING & NAVIGATION ย  ย 

ย  ย ย 

ย  ย 

Friday December 2nd, 2022

ย  ย 3) ย 10:00 DANGERS & SAFETY

ย  ย  @ 13:00 COMMUNICATIONS, WEATHER,

ย  ย  @ 17:30 PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF PARTY

ย 

ย  ย 

Saturday December 3rd, 2022

ย  ย  @ 10:00 PANAMA POSSE SWAP MEET

ย  ย  @ 13:00 SATELLITE CHARTS / OPEN CPN / GOOD NAUTICAL ย ย 

ย  ย  @ 17:30 PANAMA POSSE OVER THE TOP POT LUCK RED CUP DOCK PARTY

ย 

ย  ย 

Sunday December 4th, 2022

ย  ย  @ 13:00 PROVISIONING, WHAT TO SEE AND DO, RECAP, Q&Aย 

ย  ย  @ 10:00 PANAMA POSSE SWAP MEET

ย  ย  @ 13:00 SATELLITE CHARTS / OPEN CPN / GOOD NAUTICAL ย ย 

ย  ย  @ 17:30 PANAMA POSSE OVER THE TOP POT LUCK RED CUP DOCK PARTY

ย 

ย  ย 

Sunday December 4th, 2022

ย  ย  @ 13:00 PROVISIONING, WHAT TO SEE AND DO, RECAP, Q&Aย 

RSVP FOR THIS EVENTย 
Barra

If you plan to stay in the marina be sure to book your slipย 

Secundino

Secundino Alvarez- Harbor Master

Tel: + 52 (314) 337 90 14

harbormaster@islaresort.com.mxย 

Marina Puerto de la Navidad

SPECIAL PANAMA POSSE RESORT RATE ย 

STAY IN THE HOTEL for $ 109 x night*ย 
[ Nov 30, 22โ€“ Dec 8, 22 ] >>

โ€ข 40 minutes from Manzanillo Intl. Airport Code ZLOย 

โ€ข 4 restaurants and 3 bars serving local, international and regional cuisine

โ€ข Yoga classes on the beach during high season at no cost to marina residents

โ€ข 5 Swimming pools & Jacuzzi

โ€ข Private beach with cabanas

โ€ข Fitness Center

โ€ข Locker room facility with showers and steam rooms in the golf course clubhouse

โ€ข Spa services and treatments

โ€ข Boutique gift shop open daily

โ€ข Meeting & Banquet facilities

โ€ข Water sport rentals

โ€ข Business Center open 7 days a week

โ€ข Wireless Internet in public areas

โ€ข ATM & Currency Exchangeย 

โ€ข Award winning 27 hole championship golf course on site, special green fee rates

available for marina residents and complimentary transportation providedย 

* subject to availability ย 

The Resort

ย 
4) ย 245 VESSELSย 
ย HAILING FROM 19 ENSIGNSย 
ย 
ย 

19 ensigns

An ensign is the national flag flown on a vessel to indicate nationality and is the largest flag, generally flown at the stern.

Friendly Faces of the Panama Posse

Add your head shots to ย the fleet roster, simply email registration@panamaposse.com

Shantey Work songs on ships

5) FORESHADOWINGย 
ย SEA SHANTIES

A
sea shanty, chantey, or chanty ย is a genre of traditional folk
song that was once commonly sung as a work song to accompany rhythmical
labor aboard large sailing vessels. The term shanty most accurately
refers to a specific style of work song belonging to this historical
repertoire.ย 

ย Shanty
songs functioned to synchronize and thereby optimize labor, in what had
then become larger vessels having smaller crews and operating on
stricter schedules. ย The practice of singing shanties eventually
became ubiquitous internationally and throughout the era of wind-driven
packet and clipper ships.ย 

Sea Shanty

The
night of the red cup pot luck exercises ย in Barra de Navidad we
will sing a few of these with the help of Esteban Lomelin Torresย 

6) THE HOISTING OF THE BURGEESย 
CONTINUE ... ย 
ย ย 

Emmy Kate

# 31 SY EMMY KATE ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธEric and Sharon - Lagoon 40โ€ฒ

EMMY KATE EricEMMY KATE Sharon
ENOJY

SY ย ENJOY ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Don & Nina Lagoon 42โ€ฒ

ENJOY NinaENJOY Don

7) PICTURES OF THE WEEK ย 

Canal Crossings

Congratulations on a successful South to North Canal Crossingย 

MY AZURE ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Forrest & Marina Cheoy Lee 61โ€ฒ

AZURE Forrest AZURE-Marina

RED FROGย 

MY CURANDERA ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ย Sheri & Darryn - Nordhavn 43โ€ฒ

CURANDERA DarrynCURANDERA Sheri

SCOUTED MARINA IN PANAMA

Fantastic
couple weeks here at Turtle Cay Marina on north coast of Panama. Owner
and marina manager make sure you have everything you need from Panama
City with 3x weekly deliveries.

Panama Posse

SY AZIMUTH ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Ashley & Scott - Pearson 36.5 โ€ฒ

AZIMUTH

PANAMA CANAL PASSAGE
ย 

Canal Traffic

In the locks

Canal Boat

4 AM Advisor Meet, Greet ย & Pickup

Canal Traffic Jam

Line-handlers at work

Commander

Commander Olive checking the Compass

ย MY SEA TRIAL ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ย David, Toni ย & Olive - Nordhavn 55โ€ฒ

SEA TRIAL DavidSEA TRIAL Toni

ย 8) GET YOUR BURGEE !

Burgees are included with your registration (while they last) get them here:

  • Barra De Navidad Marina Puerto de la Navidad, MX
  • Shelter Bay Marina Panamaย 
  • SY Carinthia Suzanne & Dietmar ย 
  • SY Maison de Sante Nicole & Keenan

9) CAREENING IN ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป EL SALVADOR

Pathfinder on the hard

Here is Pathfinder careening on the hard in El Salvador

careening

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป getting all their Sail drive service work done with help of the tide and local talent.

Perefect work area

@
Estero de Jaltepeque as these ย Catamarans are design to sit on
their leg fins and are not damaged by sand or mud. ย This does take
little more time as high tide tends to interrupt the work but is
generally free of haul out feesย 

careeend

ย Pathfinder
Careend with the help of Dany and his team along with the guidance of
Bill from the Annual Salvador Rally. ย 

Welcome to El Salvador

SY PATHFINDER ย ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ย Jean-Philippe & Nicole - Lagoon 39โ€ฒ

PATHFINDER Jean-PhilippePATHFINDER Nicole

10) ย PANAMA POSSE SWAG

Swags for sale

Panama Posse hats in several color variations andย 
commemorative ย V & T Shirtsย 
from the 21-22 season on sale now at https://oceanposse.com/shop

HATS

11) LATE SEASON TROPICAL STORM NICOLEย 
EAST COAST ย DELAYS

WEATHER ALERTย 

Predict Wind

12) PANAMA POSSE ย โ€œIN PORT SAFETYโ€ย 
courtesy of Safe Esteemย 

One if (traveling ) by Land ...ย 

  • If
    you rent a car be certain to remove the Rental Car frame around the
    license plate to avoid corrupt local officials from stopping you
    over others and thieves which look for rental cars to break into.
  • Park close to the entrance of the supermarket where there is a lot of foot traffic
  • LOCK YOUR CAR ย and if you can keep an eye on your car.
  • With
    taxis always per-negotiate the total fee in the local currency. Use
    Uber/Lyft if available. Have the Marina call a known taxi operator. Do
    not hail a taxi on the street.
  • Ask for the drivers name and text the license plate to yourself or your buddy boat.
  • Carry ID (copy of passport) with you at all times.
  • ย If you get stopped by ย traffic police ask for the ticket !
  • ย Do not pay a bribe. YOU are training them !
  • ย Corrupt
    cops will do everything possible to delay you in order to get their
    bribe โ€“ so tell them you are not in a hurry and ย plan on staying
    months in the area with a local gringo. DO not tell them that you are
    trying to catch a flight or late for it โ€“ stay calm and act with no
    worry and no hurry.ย 
  • Simply keep asking for the ticket โ€“ do not pay anything on the spot.
  • If
    they ask for your passport let them know that it is with the Marina
    Office and that you request their official ID for verification and to
    please call the Marina office. Show them your photocopy.
  • Always
    Write down the officialโ€™s name, station, telephone number and address
    of the station and location โ€“(have the official write it down for you so
    you have proof)
  • If
    you are on the road or walking in a busy area and you think / feel, you
    are being followed make 3 left turns โ€“ if the car or person is still
    behind you โ€“ you are not paranoid- you are being followed !
  • ย Make
    your way as quickly as possible to a 4 or 5 star resort โ€“ think
    Marriott, Sheraton, Hilton and got to the front desk and ask to speak
    with the chief security officer and inform them of you being followed.
  • Do not visit the capitals, presidential palaces or universities โ€“ especially ย when there are protests planned.
  • When
    going through locations with security (e.g. transportation, large
    events), it is safest to move through security versus
    remaining outside a ย  ย venue or remain in public areas.ย 
  • ย Where
    possible, use public transportation at off-peak times and be efficient;
    do not linger in terminals or boarding areas longer than
    necessary.ย 
  • ย If
    someone tell you that you have some stain or liquid on your shirt turn
    away from them immediately ย โ€“ they are pick pocketing you ย โ€“
    go towards a wall and face outward fending of anyone coming near you.
https://www.safe-esteem.com/

13) CASCO VIEJO ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ ย PANAMA

Casco Viejo

The quaint and historic streets in Casco Viejo Old Quarter), also known as Casco Antiguo or San Felipe, is the

historic district of Panama City. Completed and settled in 1673, it was

built following the near-total destruction of the original Panamรก city

by Governor Juan Perez de Guzman who had it set on fire, before the

attack and looting by the pirate and fellow seafarer Henry Morgan.

The champagne of coffees

Thereโ€™s coffee and then thereโ€™s Geisha coffee, Panamaโ€™s prized brew thatโ€™s one

of the worldโ€™s best โ€“ and most expensive โ€“ cups of joe. Originally

brought over from Ethiopia, local growers found that Geisha coffee beans

thrived in Panamaโ€™s climate. ย In Casco, sip the champagne of

coffees at Cafรฉ Unido located withinย 

The American Trade Hotel at Plaza

Herrera.ย 

Casco Viejo

14) PANAMA POSSE SEASON 6ย 

Notice of a Rally
RE-NEW ย NOW ย | ย PRIOR ย PARTICIPANTSย 

15) SUN POWERED YACHTS โ˜€๏ธโ›ตย 
SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

Sun Powered Yachts

We are exited and pleased to sponsor the Panama Posse with a special 10% discount off SunPower solar panel bundles.

We also offer free consultations so please email or call and let us help you go solar today.

Sun Powered Yachts

Katie and Lyall Burgess

PRODUCTS

  • ย  ย  SUNPOWER
  • ย  ย  VICTRON
  • ย  ย  MAXEON
  • ย  ย  AERL
  • ย  ย  CABLES CONNECTORS SLEEVES

Sun Powered Yachts

W: sunpoweredyachts.com

T: +1 808 825 2670

E: ย lyall@sunpoweredyachts.com

E: katie@sunpoweredyachts.com

Sun Powered Yachts

16) SAILING WITH PETS INย 
CENTRAL AMERICAย  AND THE CARIBBEANย 

Pets

Thanks to OLIVE on MV SEA TRIAL we are compiling a comprehensive guide to sailing checking in and out with pets - check out https://panamaposse.com/pets

REQUIREMENTS

QUARANTINE ๐ŸŸจ

VACCINATION RECORDS ๐Ÿ’‰

INTL. MICRO CHIP โšก

BREED RESTRICTIONS ๐Ÿถ

BLOOD TESTS ๐Ÿฉธ

TIME RESTRICTIONS

DAYS BEFORE ENTRY ๐Ÿ“…

SERVICE ANIMALS EXCEPTION ๐Ÿฆฎ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿฆฏ

ย 

Sailing with pets in Central America

ย MV SEA TRIAL ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ย David, Toni ย & OLIVE ย - Nordhavn 55โ€ฒ

17) PANAMA POSSE BENEFITS

Posse
  • Discounts in sponsorship marinas* with at least 10 % to as much as 50% off in over 70 MARINAS
  • Unrivaled camaraderie โ€“ make friends of a lifetime โ€“ make history
  • No crazy schedules to adhere to โ€“ go at your own pace
  • Save
    time with quick access to hard to find information โ€“ how to check in
    and out โ€“ best practices and latest report from 800+ vessels who have
    been there before ย 
  • Membership
    access to our ever updating online cruising guide goodnautical.com with
    550+ vetted anchorages and detailed clearing in and out procedures โ€“ no
    need to buy ย expensive cruising guides
  • 24/7 live group chat tool (line.me) which works on android and iOS & PC
  • GREAT INFO ! Weekly live group calls on Monday @ 16:00 UTC ย to go over weather logistics and anything else
  • Dedicated Panama Canal Agent with real fenders and discount on his fees ย 
  • Savings at many chandleries and service providers
  • 20% off Predict Wind Pro account
  • WESTMARINE PRO Group SILVER DISCOUNT 5 โ€“ 25 % off
  • Vetted
    tours, service providers and points of interest ( 200 vessels have
    participated in the past seasons so a lot of up to date info )
  • INFO Weekly email fleet updates and access to prior fleet updates
  • โ€œyour
    vessel your crew your responsibility your scheduleโ€ so no-one will tell
    you what to do โ€“ no opinions no cliques / we do ask of you to be kind
    and courteous to each other and help and document any findings
  • Impromptu gatherings with fellow participants ย 
  • Occasional seminarsย 
  • Partnership with SevenStar Yacht Transport so you Ship your vessel back to Ensenada, MX or Victoria, BC with a discounted rate.
  • We respect for your privacy and do not track you ย 
  • FREE Charts we got both printable chartlets and satellite chartlets generated for you to use with opencpn ( 160 Gigs +)
  • FREE Vessel Tracking with predict wind ย  ย using automatic methods and manualย 
  • Pro Discounts at Hertz Mexico and Home Depot Mexico
  • 15 % discount at San Diego Marine Exchangeย 
  • Easy upgrade path to Atlantic Posse and South Pacificย 
anchorages

17) OCEAN POSSE PARTYย 
@ SHELTER BAY MARINA ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA
PANAMA POSSE MEETS SOUTH PACIFIC POSSEย 

ย FRIDAY FEBRUARY 03 โ€˜23 ย  ย 
ย 

Shleter Bay Marinas

PANAMA POSSE MEETS ๐Ÿ—ฟ SOUTH PACIFIC POSSEย 

Afternoon & Evening of Panama Posse and South Pacific Posse seminarsย 
Followed by an evening of RUM and MUSIC
Save the date Friday Feb 3rd '23

SPP

18)ย  PANAMA POSSE โ€œPODSโ€ ARE GATHERINGย 

https://panamaposse.com/?uncodeblock=pods-legend

๐Ÿ’ฐ ๐Ÿน๐ŸŒฟ โ˜ ๏ธ ๐Ÿฅฅโ˜ธ๏ธ ๐Ÿฆœ๐ŸŒŠ ๐Ÿ๏ธ ๐Ÿฆ€ ๐ŸŒตโ›ฏ

ย 

19) ย 70+ PANAMA POSSE MARINA SPONSORSย 

Marinas

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Safe Harbor Ventura Isla ย - Ventura , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Safe Harbor South Bay โ€“ Chula Vista, USA

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Ensenda Cruisport Village, ย Ensenada โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas ย โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Puerto Escondido โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Palmira Topolobampo โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina y Club de Yates Isla Cortes โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina el Cid โ€“ Mazatlan โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ PANAMA POSSE HQ ย โ€“ Marina Puerto de La Navidad โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Ixtapa, Ixtapa โ€“ Mexicoย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ La Marina Acapulco, Acapulco โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Vicenteโ€™s Moorings, Acapulco โ€“ Mexicoย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Chiapas โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡น Marina Pez Vela โ€“ Guatemala ย 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป Marina Bahia del Sol โ€“ El Salvador ย 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป La Palma Moorings โ€“ Bahia del Sol - El Salvador

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Marina Puesta del Sol โ€“ Nicaragua ย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Papagayo โ€“ Costa Rica ย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Pez Vela โ€“ Costa Ricaย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Bahia Golfito โ€“ Costa Rica ย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Banana Bay Marina โ€“ Costa Rica ย 

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ Marina Puerto Amistad โ€“ Ecuador ย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Buenaventura Marina โ€“ Panamaย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA POSSE PACIFIC HQ Vista Mar Marina โ€“ Panamaย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Shelter Bay Marina โ€“ Panama ย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ IGY Red Frog Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Bocas Marina โ€“ Panamaย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Linton Bay Marina โ€“ Panamaย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด ClubNautico Cartagena โ€“ Colombiaย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Club de Pesca Marina Cartagena โ€“ Colombiaย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Marina Puerto Velero โ€“ Colombia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด IGY Marina Santa Marta โ€“ Colombiaย 

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Royal Jamaica Yacht Club โ€“ Jamaicaย 

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Errol Flynn Marina โ€“ Jamaica ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Montego Bay Yacht Club โ€“Jamaicaย 

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡พ The Barcadere Marina โ€“Cayman Islandsย 

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Barefoot Cay Marina โ€“ Roatan โ€“ Hondurasย 

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Fantasy Island Marina โ€“ Roatan โ€“ Honduras

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Jonesville Point Marina -Roatan โ€“ Honduras ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡น Marina Nana Juana Resort & Boatyard โ€“ Guatemalaย 

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฟ Thunderbirds Marine โ€“ Placencia โ€“ Belizeย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Makax โ€“ Isla Mujeres โ€“ Mexicoย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina V&V โ€“ Quintana Roo โ€“ Mexicoย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina El Cid โ€“ Cancรบn โ€“ Riviera Maya โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡บ Marina Marlin Nautica Cayo Largo โ€“ Cubaย 

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡จ South Bank Marina & Boatyard โ€“ Turks and Caicos ย 

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Romora Bay Resort and Marina โ€“ Bahamas ย 

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Elizabeth on the Bay Marina โ€“ Bahamasย 

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Great Harbour Cay Marina โ€“ Bahamas

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Blue Marlin Cove Resort & Marina โ€“ Bahamas ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด Ocean World Marina โ€“ Dominican Republic

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด Marina Puerto Bahia โ€“ Dominican Republic ย  ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Marathon Marina โ€“ Marathon Keysย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Pier 66 ย Hotel & Marina โ€“ Ft. Lauderdale, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ IGY Marina at Ortega Landing โ€“ Jacksonville, FL , USAย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor Marina โ€“ FL , USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Morningstar Marinas Golden Isles St. Simons Isl. โ€“ Georgia, USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Windmill Harbour Marina โ€“ Hilton Head South Carolina , USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Coffee Bluff Marina โ€“ Savannah Georgia , USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Hazzard Marine โ€“ Gerogetown, North Carolina , USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Holden Beach ย โ€“ Town Dock, North Carolina , USAย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Portside Marina โ€“ Morehead City, North Carolina USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Tideawater Yacht Marina โ€“ Portsmouth, ย USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Ocean Yacht Marina, Portsmouth, USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Yorktown Riverwalk Landing โ€“ Virginia USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Regatta Point Marina โ€“ Deltaville, Virginia USAย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Regent Point Marina โ€“ Topping, Virginia USAย 

Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor Marina ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

Oasis Marinas , ย Fernandina Harbor Marina, FL ย ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ย SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

20) PANAMA POSSE SPONSORSย 

  • PREDICT WIND
  • SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT
  • HOME DEPOT PRO MEXICO
  • HERTZ RENTAL CARS ย MEXICO
  • YACHT AGENTS GALAPAGOSย 
  • FLOR DE CAร‘A
  • SAFE HARBOR SOUTH BAY MARINA EVENT CENTER ย 
  • WESTMARINE PRO
  • SAILMAILย 
  • CHRIS PARKER - MARINE WEATHER CENTER
  • SAN DIEGO MARINE EXCHANGE
  • DOWNWIND MARINE
  • SHELTER ISLAND INFLATABLESย 
  • BOAT HOWย TO
  • SHAFT SHARK
  • SUN POWERED YACHTSย 
Flor de Cana
Tracking

Tracking is voluntary, free and easy. Plus you get to see where your peers are and see where vessels have been

22) SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT

ย SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

More info on Sevenstarโ„ขs services can be found onย 
https://www.sevenstar-yacht-transport.com/

Who is Sevenstar Yacht Transport?

Sevenstar is the worldโ€™s leading provider of yacht shipping services on a lift-on, lift-off basis. ย 

For a quote with the Panama Posse discount please contactย 
Kris Carenย  kris@sevenstar-usa.com ย ย sevenstar-usa.com

Sevenstar

23) PANAMA CANAL AGENTย 
CENTENARIO CONSULTING ERICK GALVEZ

To
arrange for transit with the Panama Canal Authority please contact Eric
Galvez our dedicated Panama Canal agent and sponsor of the Panama Posse
and the Pacific Posse

Erick Gรกlvez

info@centenarioconsulting.com

www.centenarioconsulting.com

Cellphone +507 6676-1376

WhatsApp +507 6676-1376

Erick
https://oceanposse.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/new-panama-canal-graphic.jpg

24) STRATEGIC PARTNERS

ย 

SEVEN SEAS CRUISING ASSOCIATION SPECIAL EVENT IN ST AUGUSTINE

Vicenteโ€™s Moorings โ€“ Acapulco โ€“ Mexico

Park Avenue Villas โ€“ San Juan del Sur โ€“ Nicaragua

Coconutz โ€“ Playa Cocos โ€“ Costa Rica

Abernathy โ€“ Chandlery โ€“ Panama

Pacific Posseย 

Atlantic Posse

Advertising Partners โ€“ Las Vegas

Safe-Esteem.com โ€“ Delaware

Saint Augustine Yacht Club

SPECIAL EVENT WITH SEVEN SEASย 
ย St. Augustine Gam November 11 -13, 2022ย 

SSCA 2022 St. Augustine GAM

The Gam will begin with a no host reception with a cash bar on Thursday afternoon at the St. Augustine Yacht Club.ย 

The
Gam will begin with a no host reception with a cash bar on Thursday
afternoon at the St. Augustine Yacht Club. ย Read the description of
the event below.

REGISTER HERE

On
Friday and Saturday, attendees will be able to enjoy numerous speakers
on cruising destinations and general cruising topics along with the
Annual General Meeting. Sunday will include a half day of activities and
sessions. Visit the St. Augustine Gam page for more event details,
including information about sessions, boat slips and hotel
accommodations.ย 

Registration
is $95 for members and $110 for non-members if you register by October
11th. ย  The online registration deadline is Friday, November 5th.

SSCA
has reserved a block of hotel rooms at the Sebastian Hotel for a rate
of $159 per night, plus tax. ย For reservations, please call hotel
direct at 904-209-5580 and ask to book under "Seven Seas Cruising
Association" ย Cutoff date is 10/10/22 for discount, so book early.
You can also reserve your room online here: ย Sebastian Hotel
Room Reservations

Reserve
slip or moorings at St. Augustine Municipal Marina ย 111 Avenida
Menendez, St Augustine FL 32084. (Phone 904-825-1026) Rates increase
Oct. 1, so book early.

For additional hotels, places to eat, events, and area attractions, visit the "Visit St. Augustine" website.ย 

When:

Thursday, November 10, 2022 to Sunday, November 13, 202

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS SSCA EVENT
Seven Seas

Since 2020 the SSCA has been our strategic partnerย 
Membership
in SSCA is always a great deal, but for a short time, membership will
be discounted for registered Panama Posse participants by 25%*. -
Read More >>

SIGN UP | RENEW ย FOR THE 22-23 PANAMA POSSE ย 
FISH INSIDE CORAL

WE OPERATE UNDER INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW

YOUR VESSEL YOUR CREW YOUR RESPONSIBILITYย 

Panama Posse we sail where the Coconute Grow

OCEAN POSSE LLC
ย 9811 W Charleston Blvd. 2262 Summerlin LV NV 89117 ย USA

This e-mail has been sent to dietmar@southpacificposse.com, Click here to UNSUBSCRIBE

ยฉ 2022 ย Ocean Posse LLC

OP

This e-mail has been sent to dietmar@southpacificposse.com, click here to unsubscribe.


FLEET UPDATE 2022-10-30

Panama Posse

PANAMA POSSEย 
ย 
FLEET UPDATEย 

Oct 30, 2022

Dock Cleats

A voyage of 5,500 nautical milesย 
begins with untying of your dock-lines

TOPย NEWSย 

  • DAY OF THE DEAD ย 
  • SANย DIEGO & THE BARRELย 
  • INVOCATION OF THE ย FLEETย 
  • 230 VESSELS & 19 ENSIGNSย 
  • HE HOISTING OF THE BURGEESย 
  • GET YOUR BURGEE ย 
  • LONG LINE โš ๏ธDANGERS
  • PANAMA POSSE SWAG
  • THE BAJA PENINSULA RUN โ€“ย EASY 750 NMย 
  • PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF WEEK ย MARINA PUERTO DE LA NAVIDAD ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝย 
  • BOAT HOW TO - YOUR YACHTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM(S)
  • INTRODUCING SPIRITUAL COWBOY - watch the video
  • MUST SEE: SIAN KAสผAN BIOSPHERE ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ MEXICOย 
  • OCEAN POSSE PARTYย @ SHELTER BAY FRIDAY FEBRUARY 03 โ€˜23 ย  ย 
  • CLIMATOLOGY
  • PANAMA POSSE โ€œPODSโ€

1) DAY OF THE DEADย 

Day of the Dead

..
is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico, in particular the
Central and South regions, and by people of Mexican heritage elsewhere.
The multi-day holiday involves family and friends gathering to pray for
and remember friends and family members who have died, and helping
support their spiritual journey. In Mexican culture, death is viewed as a
natural part of the human cycle. Mexicans view it not as a day of
sadness but as a day of celebration because their loved ones awake and
celebrate with them

Traditions connected with the holiday include
building private altars called ofrendas, honoring the deceased using
calaveras, aztec marigolds, and the favorite foods and beverages of the
departed, and visiting graves with these as gifts. Visitors also leave
possessions of the deceased at the graves. Scholars trace the origins of
the modern Mexican holiday to indigenous observances dating back
hundreds of years and to an Aztec festival dedicated to the goddess
Mictecacihuatl. It has become a national symbol and as such is taught
(for educational purposes) in the nationโ€™s schools.

MIcatlan

MICTLรN

According
to the Great Nahuatl Dictionary, Mictlรกn means underworld, others
translate it as โ€œplace of the dead.โ€ Different legends, visual
representations and ancient codices define Mictlรกn as an unknown,
dangerous and dark place, which has nine levels.ย 

sp

DIVE INTO MYTHOLOGYย 

In the Mexica worldview, the Earth was considered a being that devoured the flesh of the deceased. At the time of death, the Mexica thought that they were paying off their debt
with the Earth, since when they died, they gave continuity to the cycle
of the universe. These nine levels are related to rot, fetid, cold,
damp, watery, darkness, and night. The animals related to the Mictlรกn
were owls, bats, worms and centipedes, which were in the service of
Mictlantecuhtli and his consort Mictecacรญhuatl.โ€‹

Day of the Dead is a tradition that has been going on for more than 3,000 years. It's a Mexican celebration of the deceased that begins on October 31 and lasts until November 2.

NINE MEXICA UNDERWORLDS

  1. Itzcuintlan
    ย  ย  Place of the dogs
  2. Tepectli monamictlan
    ย  ย  Place of the hills that come together
  3. ย Iztepetl
    ย  ย  ย  Hills of the very sharp flints
  4. Itzehecayan
    ย  ย  ย  Place of the obsidian wind
  5. Paniecatacoyan
    ย  ย  ย  Place where people fly like flags
  6. Timiminaloayan
    ย  ย  ย  Place where people are smitten
  7. Teocoyohuehualoyan
    ย  ย  ย Where the jaguars eat your heart
  8. Izmictlan Apochcalolca
    ย  ย  ย  Smoke water lagoon
  9. Chicunamictla
    ย  ย  ย The nine waters.
NINE MEXICA UNDERWORLDS

ย 
2) ย SANย DIEGO KICK OFF EVENT ย 
ย 

SPONSORED BYย 
MARINA
PAPAGAYO ย  | ย SHELTER ISLAND INFLATABLESย  | ย SAFE
HARBOR SOUTH BAYย  | ย PREDICT WIND ย  &
introducing SPIRITUAL COWBOY

Panama Posse Kick Off event recap

Panama Posse

Rum, Coconuts shells, dark chocolate covered raisins and plenty of topics for seafaring stories of a lifetimeย 

OCEAN POSSE MISSION

  • Make it safer & easier utilizing safety in numbers
  • Improve data and information in all maritime areasย 
  • Receive discounts with marinas
  • Create a level playing field with yacht service providers
  • Identify & reduce rip offs, corruption, scams & bad actors
  • Provide free tracking
  • Record seamanship and anchorage data for the future
  • Update the fleet in a peer to peer networkย 
  • Have fun โ€“ get free rum a.m.o.
  • Make new friends you can rely on and enjoy
  • Focus on facts for better decision making
THE BARREL

The barrel of hope
- will be voluntarily signed by the vessels of the 22ยท23 Panama Posse
fleet and filled with positive messages written on waterproof paper for
native tribes along the route. The mission is to bring this barrel via
different vessels all the way through the Panama Canal to the Guna
people and establish a symbol of direct dialogue between those
better understand their actual needs - the sea connects us all !ย 

Lead ย Vessel Maison de Santรฉย  is currently in San Diego and carrying the Barrel of Hope if you wish to sign it please contact them directly.ย 
Next stop for the Barrel ย is in Barra de Navidad - Dec 1, 2023

Follow the progress of "barrel" on the fleet tracking page >>ย 

GUNA

How the Sea Connects Us All Image by The Natural Resources Defense Council

Marina Papagayo

ย 
3) ย INVOCATIONย & BLESSINGย 
OF THE 22ยท23 PANAMA POSSE FLEETย 
ย 
ย 

TAKE A FEW MOMENTS TO REFLECT ANDย 
WITNESS THE INVOCATION OF THE PANAMA POSSE FLEETย 

We are extremely grateful for these blessings of the Fleet by both participantsย 
Pastor Jim Ellifritt & Rabbi Josh Yehoshua Mizrachiย 

ย 
4) ย 230 VESSELSย 
ย HAILING FROM 19 ENSIGNSย 
ย 
ย 

19 ensigns

An ensign is the national flag flown on a vessel to indicate nationality and is the largest flag, generally flown at the stern.

The 2022-2023 Faces

Add your head shots to ย the fleet roster, simply email registration@panamaposse.com

neptunes spears

the different shapes of Neptune's tridents

5) THE HOISTING OF THE BURGEESย 
AND GATHERINGS CONTINUE ... ย 
ย ย 

Aegis

#60 MY AEGIS ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ian & Mary - Nordhavn 40โ€ฒ

Epsilon

#18 SY EPSILON ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธย  Bill & Cheryl ย - ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Island Packet 41โ€ฒ

Maison de Sante & Knot Rights' Jearine

#02 SY MAISON DE SANTEย  ย ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ย ย Nicole & Keenanย - Cal 46โ€ฒ
ย - flanking Jeariene ๐ŸŽ—๏ธ ย #10 ย SY KNOT RIGHTย 

MARY ARLENE

#86 SY CARPE DIEM ย  ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ย John & Trish - Franchini 47โ€ฒ

GREEN FLASH

SY GREEN FLASH ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ย Bob & Joan - Beneteau 35โ€ฒ ( w Capt Dietmar on the left )

SAFE HARBOUR SOUTH BAY

ย 6) GET YOUR BURGEE !
Burgees are included with your registration (while they last ) get them here:

  • Barra De Navidad Marina Puerto de la Navidad, MX
  • Shelter Bay Marina Panamaย 
  • SY Carinthia Suzanne & Dietmar ย 
  • SY Maison de Sante Nicole & Keenan
  • USPS mailing with tracking pay $ 6 for S/H email us

7) LONG LINE โš ๏ธDANGERS

Long Lines

LONG LINES ARE ILLEGALย ...ย 
BUT ARE FOUND ALONG THE CENTRAL AMERICAN PANAMA POSSE ROUTEย 

For details please read this report from SV GREEN FLASH >>

THERE IS A NEW WEAPON AND A GREATย 
NEW DEAL FOR THE PANAMA POSSEย ย 

INTRODUCINGย  THE SHAFT SHARK

WEAPON

For the Panama Posse group we can offer your group a special discount ย 
30% off the List pricing plus shipping ย ( below trade ! )
FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR DETAILS + HOW TO PLACE YOUR ORDER >>

SHAFT SHARK

The
Shaft Shark is a serrated edge disc, machined from high quality type
316 stainless steel. ย  Attached to your propeller shaft, it rotates
with the shaft, cutting anything that might try to become entangled
around your shaft and propIt cuts through lines, nets and other underwater debris as soon as it catches.

Features:

  • ย  ย  Keeps your propeller free from rope, weeds and underwater debris
  • ย  ย  Eliminates towing due to fouled stern gear or propeller
  • ย  ย  Eliminates dives to clear your prop
  • ย  ย  Eliminates shaft and strut damage
  • ย  ย  Split design eliminates the need to remove propeller for installation
  • ย  ย  Does not require drilling of the shaft which can threaten shaft integrity

INSTALLATION IS EASY/SIMPLE - Just clamp it on.

  • ย  ย  no drilling, tapping or dismantling
  • ย  ย  the propeller does not need to be removed
  • ย  ย  underwater by a diver
  • ย  ย  supplied with ย glue for above or below water install
  • ย  ย  maintenance is zeroย 
    (no moving parts -cutters/bearings/zincs/stops) to maintain or replace annually
  • ย  ย  re-sharpened if necessary
  • ย  ย  no noise/clicking when trolling or loss of performance when motoring
Captain Ron Award beata

SY BEATA "winner" of the 20-21 Captain Ron Awardย 

8) ย PANAMA POSSE SWAG

Swags for sale

Panama Posse hats in 9 color variations and commemorative ย V & T Shirtsย 
from the 21-22 season on sale now at https://oceanposse.com/shop

HATS

Keenan sporting his new Panama Posse Hatย 

9) THE BAJA PENINSULAย 
750 NM WITH EASY DAY HOPS ย 
AND PLENTY OF ANCHORAGES ย 

Predict Wind

WEATHER ALERTย 
LEAVING SOUTH SOUTH WEST ON OR AFTER FRIDAYย 
NOV 4, 2022 FROM SAN DIEGOย  WILL PROVIDE GENTLER ย CONDITIONS FOLLOWING WINDS, MILDER SEA STATES

The Baja Run

Start at Cruiseport Village Marina Ensenada and do your Mexico check insย 31ยฐ 51.2766' N 116ยฐ 37.2433' W

31ยฐ 51.7323 N -116ยฐ 39.6755 W

Once you have made it out of Ensenada without dropping to much cash at Hussongโ€™s Cantina ย 

Hussongโ€™s Cantina Ensenada

head
for ย Punta ย Santo ย Tomas ย at ย 31ยฐ 33.1589 N
-116ยฐ 40.6879 W ย watch ย the ย outlying rock ย and
kelp ย ย 
https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/punta-santo-tomas

Punta Santo Tomas

The next jump is either 40 nm to Bahia Colonet Bightย 30ยฐ 57.9028 N ย 116ยฐ 17.0747 W - details at https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-colonet-bight

https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-colonet-bight

Or an extra 30nm ย Isla San Martin ย North bay 30ยฐ 29.178 N -116ยฐ 6.1356 W or South Anchorage depending on swellย https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/isla-san-martin

30ยฐ 29.178 N -116ยฐ 6.1356 W

For a more protective bay especially for those who wish to bash back up here is Bahia San Quintin
- the west side 30ยฐ 22.5924 N -115ยฐ 59.0887 W ย is more shallow and
the main bay has depth to suit all drafts ย - do give the entrance a
wide berth as there is shoaling south of the little peninsulaย 

https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-san-quintin-w

andย 

https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-san-quintin

For a more protective bay especially for those who wish to bash back up here is Bahia San Quintin - the west side 30ยฐ 22.5924 N -115ยฐ 59.0887 W is more shallow and the main bay has depth to suit all drafts - do give the entrance a wide berth as there is shoaling south of the little peninsula

The
west side 30ยฐ 22.5924 N -115ยฐ 59.0887 W ย is more shallow and the
main bay has depth to suit all drafts ย - do give the entrance a
wide berth as there is shoaling south of the little peninsula ย -
this is about 110 nm south of Ensenada.

South of this - about 39 nm is a fair weather anchorage at ย 29ยฐ 47.3276 N ย 115ยฐ 47.4296 W ย behind ISLA SAN GERNOMIO - watch for 2 rocks south of it @ 29ยฐ 44.2191' N 115ยฐ 46.2265' W https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/isla-san-geronimo-e

San Geronimo

The next anchorage is a staple along the route FONDADERO SAN CARLOSย Especially for those on a northbound track @ ย 29ยฐ 37.3596 N ย 115ยฐ 28.565 Wย This anchorage is 68 nm South of Sna Quintin - expect some kelp patches and shoaling on the northern bight https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/fondadero-san-carlos

Fondadero San Carlos

South ~ 80 nm across the bay of Sebastian Vizcaino is Isla Cedros N - aka the Cedros Island Yacht club anchorage ย at ย 28ยฐ 20.212 N -115ยฐ 11.434 Wย https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/isla-cedros-n

Expect
to hear sea-lions on shore - this is often a waiting spot for yachts
heading north on the baja bash as they time their departures for an
early morning jump with low winds - the seas and winds will pipe up in
the afternoons - it's a high energy crossing especially in the
afternoons

Isla Cedros North

The
east coast of Isla Cedros has several anchorages; the northern
anchorage is a roadstead exposed to weather from both north and south.

Cedros n

Bypassing a few anchorages on the East and South of Isla Cedros ~ 50 nm south is Turtle Bay / Bahia Tortugas
27ยฐ 41.2544 N -114ยฐ 53.2545 W ย - a large bay with anchorage and an
enterprising dusty village where you can procure fuel albeit with
significant mark ups - the dock is left from an abandoned cannery and
the fuel station is up a hill in the center near the cellphone
towerย 

 27ยฐ 41.2544 N -114ยฐ 53.2545 W

The
locals will try to sell you fuel from pangas or via the fuel dock -
watch these transactions and confirm quality of the fuel, volume and
pricing before accepting any transactions - the Baja Fuel Filter was
invented here for a reason so may as well use it ย ! You are at the
half way point towards Cabo San Lucas
https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-tortugas

Fuel Dock

The next jump is about 50 nm to Bahia Asuncion ย ย 27ยฐ 08.1355 N ย 114ยฐ 17.4206 W ย https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-asuncion

The
bay at Asuncion is home to the local fishing fleet and harvesting
shellfish is one of the main sources of income for the community. The
water is incredibly clear and no discharge is allowed to be dumped into
bay in order to preserve the high quality of the abalone.

 27ยฐ 8.1355 N -114ยฐ 17.4206 W

Or push it another 24 nm to Bahia San Hipolitoย This
is a marginal anchorage exposed to wind and swell from north and south.
Anchor close to the beach in 6.4m on sand. @ ย 26ยฐ 59.3362 N -113ยฐ
57.6966 Wย 
https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-san-hipolito

 

This is a marginal anchorage exposed to wind and swell from north and south. Anchor close to the beach in 6.4m on sand.

A far more protected anchorage is 50 nm south of Bahia Asuncion or 105 nm south of Turtle bay is Bahia Ballenas @ 26ยฐ 46.0426 N -113ยฐ 30.0266 Wย https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-ballenas

https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-ballenas

A prime spot along this coast is San Juanico / Scorpion Bay @ ย 26ยฐ 14.7986 N ย 112ยฐ 28.333 W about ย nm SE from Bahia Ballenas - with friendly locals and expats In
the mid-seventies surfers noticed the amazing waves peeling off Punta
Pequeรฑa as the swell wraps around into Bahia San JuanicoI. The village
is host to a couple of abarrotes and restaurants and beach palapas.

San Juanico Scorpion Bay Anchorage
Scorpion Bay

Another 85 nm to Bahia Santa Maria
a major stop and wide bay with fisheries and cell signal ย 24ยฐ
46.133 N ย 112ยฐ 15.441 W
https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-santa-maria

Bahia Santa Maria

Bahia Santa Maria
is a large crescent shaped bay which lies just south of Cabo San
Lazaro. It is defined to the north and south by rocky islands and
bounded to the east by a narrow strip of sand ridges which separates it
from the huge lagoon of Bahia Magdalena behind.

Bahia Santa Maria
ย There
is no permanent settlement in Bahia Santa Maria but a dinghy ride up
into river channels at the north end of the bay reveals a cluster of
fishing shacks with brightly colored pangas tied up along the bank. From
November to May itinerant fishermen stay in the bay to fish for tuna,
jacks and dorado.
Jump

The final jump an overnight sail to Cabo San Lucas
~ 185 nm with no real stops along the way - as soon as you round the
cabe the warmer tropical air will welcomr you to Cabo San Lucas - best
not to arrive Weekendsbetween 6 and 9 AM as scores of fishing vessels
are leaving Cabo and will produce eneourous wakes and traffic. Anchor at
22ยฐ 53.304 N ย 109ยฐ 53.844 W
https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/cabo-san-lucas-se-coast

Make a ย reservation at our sponsorshop Marina IGY Cabo San Lucas ย -ย with Jesus A. Esquitel VHF ย 16 ย  & ย  88A

Tel +52 (624) 173-9140

CSL@IGYMarinas.com

www.igy-cabosanlucas.com ย 

https://panamaposse.com/igy-marina-cabo-san-lucas

10) PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF WEEK ย ย 
MARINA PUERTO DE LA NAVIDAD
DEC 1-5, 2022
ย 

BARRA DE NAVIDA KKICK OFF WEEK

Thursday December 1st, 2022 ย ย ย 

ย 10:00 PANAMA POSSE INTRO AND OVERVIEW ย  and Fleet Tracking

ย 13:00 ROUTE PLANNING & NAVIGATION ย  ย 

ย  ย ย 

Friday December 2nd, 2022

10:00 DANGERS & SAFETY

13:00 COMMUNICATIONS, WEATHER,

17:30 PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF PARTY

ย 

Saturday December 3rd, 2022

10:00 PANAMA POSSE SWAP MEET

13:00 SATELLITE CHARTS / OPEN CPN / GOOD NAUTICAL ย ย 

17:30 PANAMA POSSE OVER THE TOP POT LUCK RED CUP DOCK PARTY

Sunday December 4th, 2022

13:00 PROVISIONING, WHAT TO SEE AND DO, RECAP, Q&Aย 

RSVP AND BOOK YOUR SLIP
22-23' Panama Posse Kick Off Week

Free cocktail hour courtesy of Marina Puerto de la Navidad and the Isla Resort !
4 days of seminars and learning and the amazing RED CUP POT LUCK PARTYย 

Secundino

Secundino Alvarez- Harbor Master

Tel: + 52 (314) 337 90 14

harbormaster@islaresort.com.mxย 

Barra de Navidad

The resort, marina and anchorage in Barra de Navidad, MX ย 19ยฐ 12' N ย 104ยฐ 41.3166' Wย 

SPECIAL PANAMA POSSE RESORT RATE ย 

STAY IN THE HOTEL for $ 109 x night*ย 
[ Nov 30, 22โ€“ Dec 8, 22 ] >>

โ€ข 40 minutes from Manzanillo Intl. Airport Code ZLOย 

โ€ข 4 restaurants and 3 bars serving local, international and regional cuisine

โ€ข Yoga classes on the beach during high season at no cost to marina residents

โ€ข 5 Swimming pools & Jacuzzi

โ€ข Private beach with cabanas

โ€ข Fitness Center

โ€ข Locker room facility with showers and steam rooms in the golf course clubhouse

โ€ข Spa services and treatments

โ€ข Boutique gift shop open daily

โ€ข Meeting & Banquet facilities

โ€ข Water sport rentals

โ€ข Business Center open 7 days a week

โ€ข Wireless Internet in public areas

โ€ข ATM & Currency Exchangeย 

โ€ข Award winning 27 hole championship golf course on site, special green fee rates

available for marina residents and complimentary transportation providedย 

* subject to availability ย 

birthplace of the Posse

the swim up pool bar at Isla Resort - aka the birthplace of the Panama Posse

11) BOAT HOW TO -ย 
YOUR YACHTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM(S)ย 

BoatHowTo
- Expert knowledge on Boat Electrics & Mechanics: Nigel Calder
& Jan Athenstรคdt share their experience ย on how to spend a
carefree and relaxed time on the water with a most profound knowledge on
boat mechanics and electrics.

WE ARE PLEASED TO SUPPORT THE PANAMA POSSE WITH A SPECIAL RATE FOR ACCESS TO ย ONLINE SEMINARS >>

https://panamaposse.com/boathowto

ย 
56 courses on Boat Electrics 101 - Safe & Reliable DC Systems
17 Lessons on Alternative Energy Sources
Lead Acid vs. Lithium-Ion
a.m.o.

Nigel Calder

Nigel
is often referred to as THE guru when it comes to technical systems on
boats ย a long-time member of the American Boat and Yacht Council
(ABYC) electrical Project Technical Committee (PTC) which writes the
standards for recreational boat systems in the USA, and has also been
involved in European standards development.

Nigel Calder Nigel is often referred to as THE guru when it comes to technical systems on boats. He is a long-time member of the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) electrical Project Technical Committee (PTC) which writes the standards for recreational boat systems in the USA, and has also been involved in European standards development. Nigel is best known for his Boatownerโ€™s Mechanical and Electrical Manual (now in its 4th edition), and his Marine Diesel Engines (in its 3rd edition), both considered the definitive English-language works in their field.

12) PANAMA POSSE SEASON 6ย 

Notice of a Rally
RE-NEW ย NOW ย | ย PRIOR ย PARTICIPANTSย 

These are our outreach postcards - please email us if you can hand out a few fliers and postcards ย to ย fellow boat owners in your area or post in your marina.

Panama Posse Route

13) PANAMA POSSE BENEFITS

  • Discounts in sponsorship marinas* with at least 10 % to as much as 50% off in over 70 MARINAS
  • Unrivaled camaraderie โ€“ make friends of a lifetime โ€“ make history
  • No crazy schedules to adhere to โ€“ go at your own pace
  • Save
    time with quick access to hard to find information โ€“ how to check in
    and out โ€“ best practices and latest report from 800+ vessels who have
    been there before ย 
  • Membership
    access to our ever updating online cruising guide goodnautical.com with
    550+ vetted anchorages and detailed clearing in and out procedures โ€“ no
    need to buy ย expensive cruising guides
  • 24/7 live group chat tool (line.me) which works on android and iOS & PC
  • GREAT INFO ! Weekly live group calls on Monday @ 16:00 UTC ย to go over weather logistics and anything else
  • Dedicated Panama Canal Agent with real fenders and discount on his fees ย 
  • Savings at many chandleries and service providers
  • 20% off Predict Wind Pro account
  • WESTMARINE PRO Group SILVER DISCOUNT 5 โ€“ 25 % off
  • Vetted
    tours, service providers and points of interest ( 200 vessels have
    participated in the past seasons so a lot of up to date info )
  • INFO Weekly email fleet updates and access to prior fleet updates
  • โ€œyour
    vessel your crew your responsibility your scheduleโ€ so no-one will tell
    you what to do โ€“ no opinions no cliques / we do ask of you to be kind
    and courteous to each other and help and document any findings
  • Impromptu gatherings with fellow participants ย 
  • Occasional seminarsย 
  • Partnership with SevenStar Yacht Transport so you Ship your vessel back to Ensenada, MX or Victoria, BC with a discounted rate.
  • We respect for your privacy and do not track you ย 
  • FREE Charts we got both printable chartlets and satellite chartlets generated for you to use with opencpn ( 160 Gigs +)
  • FREE Vessel Tracking with predict wind ย  ย using automatic methods and manualย 
  • Pro Discounts at Hertz Mexico and Home Depot Mexico
  • 15 % discount at San Diego Marine Exchangeย 
  • Easy upgrade path to Atlantic Posse and South Pacificย 
anchorages

14) INTRODUCING: ย SPIRITUAL COWBOYย 

https://spiritualcowboy.com/

As Iย  sail further in my life I have been transformed. Spiritual Cowboy
reflects my new found insights and represented in remarkable clothing to
suit this awakening.ย 

A wanderer by nature;. Drawn to the rare. The exotic. The unknown.ย 
Grounded by the serenity of self reflection. I am a Spiritual Cowboy

SPiritual Cowboy

15) SIAN KAสผAN BIOSPHERE ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ MEXICOย 
"WHERE THE SKY IS BORNโ€ย 

Sian Kaสผan Biosphere

In
the Mayan language SIAN KAสผAN ย it means โ€œWhere the sky is bornโ€.
This is the name of the Biosphere Reserve that is located in the south โ€“
east of the Yucatan Peninsula, which was declared by UNESCO in 1987
โ€œNatural Heritage of Humanityโ€. The Reserve occupies an area of โ€‹โ€‹528
thousand 147 hectares, where they are home to hundreds of different
species of flora and fauna. Some species are in danger of extinction,
therefore the Reserve is a protected area.

Sian Kaสผan Biosphere

How to get to Sian Kaสผan Biosphere ?

A
dirt road starts from Tulum that, following the coastline, reaches
Punta Allen. The path allows you to appreciate a wonderful landscape as
well as flora and fauna. Punta Allen is a small fishing village whose
boatmen cooperative offers various tours of the Reserve.

Where the sky is bornโ€.

In Punta Allen there is a restaurant on the beach that serves snacks and refreshing drinks as well as sea dishes.

Boat
tours through the Biosphere enter the mangroves, which are home to an
enormous biological diversity, both birds and fish, crustaceans,
mollusks, etc. The tangled channels of the mangrove lead us first to the
Laguna Negra; with a lush tropical ecosystem; to finally flow into the
Caribbean Sea. The sea is turquoise blue and as it is a protected area
you will find species in the wild such as starfish, turtles and dolphins
that can be appreciated during the boat ride.

Biosphere-Reserve

The
Sian Kaโ€™an Biosphere Reserve is also home to part of the second largest
coral reef in the world. Helped with your snorkel, visor and fins you
can appreciate the corals, coral fish, manta rays and barracudas.

Five
minutes by boat from the reefs are real natural pools, the Blanquizal,
where you can relax in the crystalline and shallow waters of the
Caribbean Sea, surrounded by an enchanting natural landscape.

sian ka'an
SIAN KA'AN

16) ย OCEAN POSSE PARTYย 
@ SHELTER BAY MARINA ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA
PANAMA POSSE MEETS SOUTH PACIFIC POSSEย 

ย FRIDAY FEBRUARY 03 โ€˜23 ย  ย 
ย 

Shleter Bay Marinas

PANAMA POSSE MEETS ๐Ÿ—ฟ SOUTH PACIFIC POSSEย 

Afternoon & Evening of Panama Posse and South Pacific Posse seminarsย 
Followed by an evening of RUM and MUSIC
Save the date Friday Feb 3rd '23

SPP

ย 

17) ย CLIMATOLOGY

Every
Maritime area ย of the earth has Pilot Charts aka wind roses and
all of them are available for each calendar ย month on the panama
posse website - exampleย below at https://panamaposse.com/nicaragua

WINDROSES

THE IDES OF MARCH PAPAGAYO WINDS

Wind
roses are located in the center of each 5ยฐ square on the surface of the
Earth on the oceans pilot charts and are published for each month. We
have chopped these pilot charts to digestible portions into each Maritime Area. This exert above represents March for Nicaragua Pacific Coast. aka the Papagayo Wind Area.

Each
rose shows the distribution of the winds that have prevailed in the
area over a considerable period of time โ€“ think decades.

ย 

Wind
percentages are summarized for calm (center) and for the Cardinal and
Inter cardinal compass points.The arrows fly with the wind,indicating
the direction from which the wind blew. |

The
length of the shaft, measured from the outside of the circle to the end
of the visible shaft (not necessarily to the end of the last feather),
using the appropriate scale below, gives the percentage of the total
number of observations in which the wind has blown from that direction.

The
number of feathers shows the average force of the wind on the Beaufort
scale. The figure in the center of the circle gives the percentage of
calms. When the arrow is too long (over29 percent) to fit conveniently
in the 5ยฐ square, the percentage is indicated numerically on the shaft.

WINDROSE

WINDROSE

EXAMPLE ABOVE:ย 
In this wind rose reported observations the wind has averaged as follows:

N 32 percent, Beaufort force 5

NE 11 percent, Beaufort force 4

E 8 percent, Beaufort force 4

SE 4 percent, Beaufort force 4

S 3 percent, Beaufort force 4

SW 5 percent,Beaufort force 4

W10 percent, Beaufort force 4

NW 25 percent, Beaufort force 4

THE NUMBER IN THE CENTER CIRCLE REPRESENTS CALMSย 
ie 2 percent

SCALE OF WIND PERCENTAGES:% SCALE OF WIND

SCALE

BEAUFORT SCALE

0 Calm < 1 knot r Smoke rises vertically.

1
Light air 1โ€“3 knots 0โ€“1 ft Ripples with appearance of scales are
formed, without foam crests Direction shown by smoke drift but not by
wind vanes.

2 Light
breeze 4โ€“6 knots 1โ€“2 ft Small wavelets still short but more pronounced;
crests have a glassy appearance but do not break Wind felt on face;
leaves rustle; wind vane moved by wind.

3 Gentle
breeze 7โ€“10 knots 2โ€“4 ft Large wavelets; crests begin to break; foam of
glassy appearance; perhaps scattered white horses Leaves and small
twigs in constant motion; light flags extended.

4
Moderate breeze 11โ€“16 knots 3.5โ€“6 ft Small waves becoming longer;
fairly frequent white horses Raises dust and loose paper; small branches
moved.

5 Fresh
breeze 17โ€“21 knots 6โ€“10 ft Moderate waves taking a more pronounced long
form; many white horses are formed; chance of some spray Small trees in
leaf begin to sway; crested wavelets form on inland waters.

6
Strong breeze 22โ€“27 knots 9โ€“13 ft Large waves begin to form; the white
foam crests are more extensive everywhere; probably some spray Large
branches in motion; whistling heard in telegraph wires; umbrellas used
with difficulty. Gale pennant.svg

7
High wind, moderate gale, near gale 28โ€“33 knots 13โ€“19 ft Sea heaps up
and white foam from breaking waves begins to be blown in streaks along
the direction of the wind; spindrift begins to be seen Whole trees in
motion; inconvenience felt when walking against the wind. ๐Ÿšฉ

8
Gale, fresh gale 34โ€“40 knots 18โ€“25 ft Moderately high waves of greater
length; edges of crests break into spindrift; foam is blown in
well-marked streaks along the direction of the wind Twigs break off
trees; generally impedes progress. ๐Ÿšฉ

9 Strong/severe
gale 41โ€“47 knots 23โ€“32 ft High waves; dense streaks of foam along the
direction of the wind; sea begins to roll; spray affects visibility
Slight structural damage (chimney pots and slates removed). ๐Ÿšฉ ๐Ÿšฉ

10
Storm, whole gale 48โ€“55 knots 29โ€“41 ft Very high waves with long
overhanging crests; resulting foam in great patches is blown in dense
white streaks along the direction of the wind; on the whole the surface
of the sea takes on a white appearance; rolling of the sea becomes
heavy; visibility affected Seldom experienced inland; trees uprooted;
considerable structural damage. ๐Ÿšฉ ๐Ÿšฉ

11 Violent
storm 56โ€“63 knots 37โ€“52 ft Exceptionally high waves; small- and
medium-sized ships might be for a long time lost to view behind the
waves; sea is covered with long white patches of foam; everywhere the
edges of the wave crests are blown into foam; visibility affected Very
rarely experienced; accompanied by widespread damage. ๐ŸŸฅ

12 Hurricane
force โ‰ฅ 64 knots โ‰ฅ 46 ft The air is filled with foam and spray; sea is
completely white with driving spray; visibility very seriously affected
Devastation. ๐ŸŸฅ๐ŸŸฅ Lifting Winds behind a low could get you out of Panama
Lifting Winds

Lifting WInds

18)ย  PANAMA POSSE โ€œPODSโ€ ARE GATHERINGย 

๐Ÿ’ฐ ๐Ÿน๐ŸŒฟ โ˜ ๏ธ ๐Ÿฅฅโ˜ธ๏ธ ๐Ÿฆœ๐ŸŒŠ ๐Ÿ๏ธ ๐Ÿฆ€ ๐ŸŒตโ›ฏ

https://panamaposse.com/?uncodeblock=pods-legend

ย 

19) ย 70+ PANAMA POSSE MARINA SPONSORSย 

Marinas

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Safe Harbor Ventura Isla ย - Ventura , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Safe Harbor South Bay โ€“ Chula Vista, USA

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Ensenda Cruisport Village, ย Ensenada โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas ย โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Puerto Escondido โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Palmira Topolobampo โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina y Club de Yates Isla Cortes โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina el Cid โ€“ Mazatlan โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ PANAMA POSSE HQ ย โ€“ Marina Puerto de La Navidad โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Ixtapa, Ixtapa โ€“ Mexicoย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ La Marina Acapulco, Acapulco โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Vicenteโ€™s Moorings, Acapulco โ€“ Mexicoย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Chiapas โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡น Marina Pez Vela โ€“ Guatemala ย 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป Marina Bahia del Sol โ€“ El Salvador ย 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป La Palma Moorings โ€“ Bahia del Sol - El Salvador

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Marina Puesta del Sol โ€“ Nicaragua ย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Papagayo โ€“ Costa Rica ย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Pez Vela โ€“ Costa Ricaย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Bahia Golfito โ€“ Costa Rica ย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Banana Bay Marina โ€“ Costa Rica ย 

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ Marina Puerto Amistad โ€“ Ecuador ย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Buenaventura Marina โ€“ Panamaย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA POSSE PACIFIC HQ Vista Mar Marina โ€“ Panamaย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Shelter Bay Marina โ€“ Panama ย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ IGY Red Frog Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Bocas Marina โ€“ Panamaย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Linton Bay Marina โ€“ Panamaย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด ClubNautico Cartagena โ€“ Colombiaย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Club de Pesca Marina Cartagena โ€“ Colombiaย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Marina Puerto Velero โ€“ Colombia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด IGY Marina Santa Marta โ€“ Colombiaย 

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Royal Jamaica Yacht Club โ€“ Jamaicaย 

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Errol Flynn Marina โ€“ Jamaica ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Montego Bay Yacht Club โ€“Jamaicaย 

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡พ The Barcadere Marina โ€“Cayman Islandsย 

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Barefoot Cay Marina โ€“ Roatan โ€“ Hondurasย 

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Fantasy Island Marina โ€“ Roatan โ€“ Honduras

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Jonesville Point Marina -Roatan โ€“ Honduras ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡น Marina Nana Juana Resort & Boatyard โ€“ Guatemalaย 

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฟ Thunderbirds Marine โ€“ Placencia โ€“ Belizeย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Makax โ€“ Isla Mujeres โ€“ Mexicoย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina V&V โ€“ Quintana Roo โ€“ Mexicoย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina El Cid โ€“ Cancรบn โ€“ Riviera Maya โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡บ Marina Marlin Nautica Cayo Largo โ€“ Cubaย 

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡จ South Bank Marina & Boatyard โ€“ Turks and Caicos ย 

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Romora Bay Resort and Marina โ€“ Bahamas ย 

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Elizabeth on the Bay Marina โ€“ Bahamasย 

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Great Harbour Cay Marina โ€“ Bahamas

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Blue Marlin Cove Resort & Marina โ€“ Bahamas ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด Ocean World Marina โ€“ Dominican Republic

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด Marina Puerto Bahia โ€“ Dominican Republic ย  ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Marathon Marina โ€“ Marathon Keysย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Pier 66 ย Hotel & Marina โ€“ Ft. Lauderdale, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ IGY Marina at Ortega Landing โ€“ Jacksonville, FL , USAย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor Marina โ€“ FL , USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Morningstar Marinas Golden Isles St. Simons Isl. โ€“ Georgia, USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Windmill Harbour Marina โ€“ Hilton Head South Carolina , USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Coffee Bluff Marina โ€“ Savannah Georgia , USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Hazzard Marine โ€“ Gerogetown, North Carolina , USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Holden Beach ย โ€“ Town Dock, North Carolina , USAย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Portside Marina โ€“ Morehead City, North Carolina USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Tideawater Yacht Marina โ€“ Portsmouth, ย USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Ocean Yacht Marina, Portsmouth, USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Yorktown Riverwalk Landing โ€“ Virginia USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Regatta Point Marina โ€“ Deltaville, Virginia USAย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Regent Point Marina โ€“ Topping, Virginia USAย 

Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor Marina ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

Oasis Marinas , ย Fernandina Harbor Marina, FL ย ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ย SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

20) ย PANAMA POSSE SPONSORSย 

  • PREDICT WIND
  • SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT
  • HOME DEPOT PRO MEXICO
  • HERTZ RENTAL CARS ย MEXICO
  • YACHT AGENTS GALAPAGOSย 
  • FLOR DE CAร‘A
  • SAFE HARBOR SOUTH BAY MARINA EVENT CENTER ย 
  • WESTMARINE PRO
  • SAILMAILย 
  • CHRIS PARKER - MARINE WEATHER CENTER
  • SAN DIEGO MARINE EXCHANGE
  • DOWNWIND MARINE
  • SHELTER ISLAND INFLATABLESย 
  • BOAT HOWย TO
  • SHAFT SHARKย 
Tracking

Tracking is voluntary, free and easy. Plus you get to see where your peers are and see where vessels have been

ADD YOUR VESSEL TO FLEET TRACKING
Sunken Pirate CIty in Jamaica Port Royal

Sunken Pirate CIty in Jamaica Port Royaleย ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ ย Jamaicaย 
ironically the name sake The Port Royale Condominium in Miami Beach ย 
has ย been evacuated as it is deemed structurally unsafeย 

21) SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT

ย SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

More info on Sevenstarโ„ขs services can be found onย 
https://www.sevenstar-yacht-transport.com/

Who is Sevenstar Yacht Transport?

Sevenstar is the worldโ€™s leading provider of yacht shipping services on a lift-on, lift-off basis. ย 

For a quote with the Panama Posse discount please contactย 
Kris Carenย  kris@sevenstar-usa.com ย ย sevenstar-usa.com

Sevenstar

22) PANAMA CANAL AGENTย 
CENTENARIO CONSULTING ERICK GALVEZ

To
arrange for transit with the Panama Canal Authority please contact Eric
Galvez our dedicated Panama Canal agent and sponsor of the Panama Posse
and the Pacific Posse

Erick Gรกlvez

info@centenarioconsulting.com

www.centenarioconsulting.com

Cellphone +507 6676-1376

WhatsApp +507 6676-1376

Erick
https://oceanposse.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/new-panama-canal-graphic.jpg

23) STRATEGIC PARTNERS

ย 

SEVEN SEAS CRUISING ASSOCIATION SPECIAL EVENT IN ST AUGUSTINE

Vicenteโ€™s Moorings โ€“ Acapulco โ€“ Mexico

Park Avenue Villas โ€“ San Juan del Sur โ€“ Nicaragua

Coconutz โ€“ Playa Cocos โ€“ Costa Rica

Abernathy โ€“ Chandlery โ€“ Panama

Pacific Posseย 

Atlantic Posse

Advertising Partners โ€“ Las Vegas

Safe-Esteem.com โ€“ Delaware

Saint Augustine Yacht Club

SPECIAL EVENT WITH SEVEN SEASย 
ย St. Augustine Gam November 11 -13, 2022ย 

SSCA 2022 St. Augustine GAM

The Gam will begin with a no host reception with a cash bar on Thursday afternoon at the St. Augustine Yacht Club.ย 

The
Gam will begin with a no host reception with a cash bar on Thursday
afternoon at the St. Augustine Yacht Club. ย Read the description of
the event below.

REGISTER HERE

On
Friday and Saturday, attendees will be able to enjoy numerous speakers
on cruising destinations and general cruising topics along with the
Annual General Meeting. Sunday will include a half day of activities and
sessions. Visit the St. Augustine Gam page for more event details,
including information about sessions, boat slips and hotel
accommodations.ย 

Registration
is $95 for members and $110 for non-members if you register by October
11th. ย  The online registration deadline is Friday, November 5th.

SSCA
has reserved a block of hotel rooms at the Sebastian Hotel for a rate
of $159 per night, plus tax. ย For reservations, please call hotel
direct at 904-209-5580 and ask to book under "Seven Seas Cruising
Association" ย Cutoff date is 10/10/22 for discount, so book early.
You can also reserve your room online here: ย Sebastian Hotel
Room Reservations

Reserve
slip or moorings at St. Augustine Municipal Marina ย 111 Avenida
Menendez, St Augustine FL 32084. (Phone 904-825-1026) Rates increase
Oct. 1, so book early.

For additional hotels, places to eat, events, and area attractions, visit the "Visit St. Augustine" website.ย 

When:

Thursday, November 10, 2022 to Sunday, November 13, 202

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS SSCA EVENT
Seven Seas

Since 2020 the SSCA has been our strategic partnerย 
Membership
in SSCA is always a great deal, but for a short time, membership will
be discounted for registered Panama Posse participants by 25%*. -
Read More >>

SIGN UP | RENEW ย FOR THE 22-23 PANAMA POSSE ย 
FISH INSIDE CORAL

WE OPERATE UNDER INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW

YOUR VESSEL YOUR CREW YOUR RESPONSIBILITYย 

Panama Posse we sail where the Coconute Grow

OCEAN POSSE LLC
ย 9811 W Charleston Blvd. 2262 Summerlin LV NV 89117 ย USA

ย 

ยฉ 2022 ย Ocean Posse LLC

OP


Shaft Shark

Ahoy Panama Posse

As the show days went by we met a number of your posse (Posse Shirts & stickers!!)

For an order thru your Panama Posse group we can offer your group a special discount of below trade โ€“
30% off the List pricing plus shipping.

Oder directly from us.

We look forward to working with you & the Panama Posse.

To proceed please fill out this form.

 

SHAFT SHARK|

Cheers,

Geoff Prior
AB Marine
Ph: 401.847.7960
Cell: 401.578.3447
Skype: geoffprior


FLEET UPDATE 2022-10-20

Panama Posse

PANAMA POSSE FLEET UPDATEย 

2022-10-20

"We sail within a vast sphere, ever drifting in uncertainty, driven from end to end."

- Blaise Pascal

TOP NEWSย 

  1. Meet The Fleet
  2. Introducing The Barrelย 
  3. Every Season Begins With The Howler Monkey
  4. Open Cpn Seminar Date Oct 23rd 10:30 Am Pstย Seminar Schedule
  5. Free Rum & Free Music and Meet The Fleet ย 
  6. Emergency ย Information And Contact Info Remember #sar
  7. Join The FB Group To Share Pictures And Informal Chatting
  8. Weekly Line Calls Every Monday ย 15:30 Utc | 16:00 Utcย 
  9. 40 Must Sees Along The Route
  10. Before You Head South - Considerations

1) MEET THE FLEETย 
ย 

https://panamaposse.com/2022-2023-vessels
Meet the Fleet
  • 209 yachts are signed up alreadyย 
  • 17 ensigns are already signed upย 
  • Early registration ends Oct 31, '22
https://www.youtube.com/c/LifeonJupiter

#84 JUPITER 2 ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Jamie & Princess - Mumby 48โ€ฒย  Website | YouTube

Edelweiss

#200 ย EDELWEISS ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Jim & Peggy - Hunter 45โ€ฒ

#18 (SPP) FLITE DECK ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Bill - Seawind 1160 Lite 38โ€ฒ

Burgees

#46 WHITE WINGS ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Stuart and Sondra - Leopard 48

Barra de Navidad
ย 
SIGN UP FOR THEย 
22ยท23
PANAMA POSSEย 
ย 

2) ย "BARREL" ย /หˆberษ™l/

akaย 
BARREL OF HOPE
delivering
GOOD MESSAGES INSIDE A BARRELย 
ย 
ย 

The Barrel

Vessels will choose their own colors and write a message of good hope on water proof paper to be carried inside the barrel along the coast and through the canalย 

Make your mark of good wishes and marks of positivityย 

 SEARCHING SUSTAINABILITY

ย #03 CALICO SKIES ย ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ย Grace & William ย - Sabre 36โ€ฒ ย (w Capt. Dietmar in the middle)

ย ย 

A BARREL SEARCHING FOR SUSTAINABILITYย 

The Panama Posse Barrel is
a collective baton to identify ways in which we can understand local
needs and those living on the edge of the oceans we journey along.

It is a symbol of hope to define new standards of coastal sustainability and survival.ย 

Every vessel in the Panama Posse fleet can sign the barrel and fill it with it's own message of goodness and hope and positivity.ย 
May it serve as collection of the can-do spirit of survival and create a new way to engage in global philanthropy.ย 

By
the end of this season we hope to have met and spoken with many
stakeholders, at risk coastal communities and present the barrel to the
leaders of the Guna | ย Kuna people in hopes of aiding their actual
physical /security needs and work towards a long term sustainable
solution for those living in coastal impact zones.

First we seek to understand actual issues of near shore environments.

Follow the voyage of the barrel as it it passed from one Panama Posse Vessel to another, down the Pacific Coast and through the Panama Canal.

barrel

Thanks to Predict Wind for enabling this smallest vessel in the fleet with a trackerย  "barrel" check it out on the Panama Posse Tracking Page >>

3) EVERY SEASON STARTS WITHย 
ย THE ROAR OF THE HOWLER MONKEY
ย 

Watch
this video to hear the loudest mammal above ground roar at it - these
howler monkeys are our spokesperson for a reason - you can hear them 3
nm through then densest of jungles. Howlers are stoutly built bearded
monkeys with a hunched appearance and thickly furred tails that are
naked on the underside of the tip to afford a better grip. The hair is
long and dense and, depending on species, is typically black, brown, or
red.

Habitat

Endemic
to the southern tip of Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras,
Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia - the howler monkey is an
endangered species but shall not go quietly into the night !

WE DO NOT GO QUIETLY INTO THE NIGHT

4) THIS SUNDAY OCT 23
INDEPTH
OPENCPN SEMINARย 

Please follow this link to access the seminar this Sunday at 10:30 AM PST *

ย 

opencpn

* For registered participants of the 22-23 Panama Posseย 

OpenCPN
is an incredibly useful, tried and true, aid to navigation for mariners
worldwide. Even those that don't use it as a primary software for
navigation have it loaded on a computer for use in route planning,
research and exchanging information.

It's free to install and use and can provide a safe passage for your vessel in poorly charted areas.

In
2010 Paul Higgins developed GE2KAP ย with *.KAP files which
are a basic file format of nautical charts. This was a big
revelation as suddenly, you can see that charts were offset compared to
Google Earth Pro. Plus it openly displayed uncharted hazards, and rocks
or obstacles not contained on even the most detailed and often expensive
nautical charts.ย 

The majority of near coastal areas are POORLY CHARTEDย 

Once
the ย *.mbtiles ย format was supported as of OpenCPN (v 5.0+)
in ย 2019, it allowed for larger zoom-able charts with additional
color depths. This is the single most helpful aid to navigation onboard a
vessel as it integrates with your vessels GPS.

The program runs on PC / MAC and Android Phones / Raspberry Pi ย and Android Tablets.

NOTE: It does not work on Ipads or IOS.ย 

Watch this use case video below in avoiding bommies in French Polynesia and see OpenCPN in actionย 

WE|SAIL SY VAย  currently in French Polynesia presents their use of OPENCPNย 
IN THIS AMAZING VIDEO BELOW

https://youtu.be/gtxNFJvvjto?t=396

SY AVANT ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ย Rob & Debra - Beneteau 43.5โ€ฒ

 

 

ย 
5) MEET THE FLEETย IN SAN DIEGOย 
FREE PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF EVENTย 
FREE RUM FREE MUSIC MEET THE FLEETย 
OCT ย 27, 2022 ย 
SAN DIEGO, CAย 
ย 


RSVP HERE
TO GET YOUR ย 
ACCESS WRISTBANDSPACE IS LIMITEDย 
ย 

LEARN AND PAAARTY ย 

THU OCT 27 2022 ย  13:30 ย PM โ€“ 23:00 PM ย PSTย 

Arrive by dinghy, car boat or take the San Diego Trolley to get thereย 

@ SAFE HARBOR SOUTH BAY EVENT CENTER ยฐ SAN DIEGO

13:30 โ€“ 14:45 PMย 
โ€“ DIESEL ENGINE MAINTENANCE โ€“ PRESENTED BY PACWEST โ€“ ELIAS

15:00 โ€“ 16:15 PMย 
โ€“ MARINE ELECTRONICS - NMEA ย Workshop

16:30 โ€“ 17:15 PMย 
โ€“ PREDICT WIND ADVANCED USE CASESย 

17:30 โ€“ 18:00 PMย 
โ€“ MARINA PAPAGAYO โ€“ PRESENTS COSTA RICA

18:02ย 
- SUNSET CELEBRATION AND INVOCATIONย 

18:30 - 23:00 ย PMย 
- PAAARTY !!!
ย 

EVENT CENTER

THANKS TO SAFE HARBOR SOUTH BAY FOR SPONSORING THIS EVENT WITHย 
THIS AMAZING FACILITY !!

SAFE HARBOUR SOUTH BAY
SAFE HARBOR

@ 18:30 ย PARTY PARTY PARTY !!!!

FREE RUM FREE MUSIC MEET THE FLEETย 

THERE WILL BE A DELICIOUSย 
"NON HOST" TACO TRUCK ย TO FEED THE HUNGRY REVELERSย 

Arrive by dingy, car, boat, plane, Uber, bicycle, walk, taxi or take the San Diego Trolley to get there - but get here !


RSVP HERE

ย 

ย ๐Ÿš‚ ๐Ÿš— ๐Ÿ›ฅ๏ธ ๐Ÿšฒ ๐Ÿš• ๐Ÿšถโœˆ๏ธ

PARTY

6) EMERGENCY INFO AND CONTACT INFOย 
ย 

SAR

ON THE BOTTOM OF EACH MARITIME AREA WE HAVE ADDED ALL THE SEARCH AND RESCUE INFORMATION FOR EACH MARITIME AREA - PLEASE MAKE A NOTE OF THESE EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS AND EMAILSย 

#SAR

the posse

If you are voyaging beyond one Posse area it's easy and very affordable to add on an additional route.ย 

Example adding the South Pacific Posse to the Panama Posse in the same season is 50% off !

ย 
7) PANAMA POSSE FACEBOOK GROUP

ย 

TO JOIN THE SEASONAL PANAMA POSSE 22-23 ย FACEBOOK GROUPย 
EXPERTLY LEAD BY CINDY FROM MY DELTA SWIZZLER ย 
FOLLOW THIS LINK >>

Cindy

THIS GROUP IS SEASONAL AND FOR ALL ACTIVE PARTICIPANTSย 
ย  FOLLOW THIS LINK >>

https://www.facebook.com/groups/panamaposse2223

8) WEEKLY LINE CALLSย 
ย 

LINE

GET ON THE LIVE calls every Mondayย 
Oct. 17, 2022 - Jun. 5th 2023ย 

LINE

Drop
location pins ask and share information with the fleet - this is a 24/7
resource for Panama Posse yachts - no fluff no gimmicks just up to date
informationย 

9)ย BARRA DE NAVIDAD, MX

DEC 1-5, 2022 BARRA DE NAVIDAD, MX

THE KICK-OFF WEEK OF KICK-OFF WEEKSย 

Seminars

Every
season since the inception of the Panama Posse we have met and shared
best practices and person experiences for those who are about to sail
further south. It's a 4 day meetup to provide you with the latest and
greatest information and resources for your journey. The marina and
staff at the resort are ready to host you and make this season a fun
meet up not to be forgotten. Special rates for those traveling by land,
yacht or plane $ 109 x room x night includes breakfast. Fly into airport
ZLO to attend

https://panamaposse.com/marina-puerto-de-la-navidad

Thu Dec 1st, 22

ย  ย  ย ย 

ย  ย @ 10:00 PANAMA POSSE INTRO AND OVERVIEW ย  and Fleet Tracking

ย  ย @ 13:00 ROUTE PLANNING & NAVIGATIONย ย 

ย  ย ย 

Fri ย Dec ย 2nd, 22

ย  ย 

ย  ย  @ 13:00 COMMUNICATIONS, WEATHER, SAFETY

ย  ย  @ 17:30 PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF PARTY

ย  ย 

Sat ย Dec 3rd, 22

ย  ย  @ 10:00 PANAMA POSSE SWAP MEET

ย  ย  @ 13:00 SATELLITE CHARTS / OPEN CPN / GOOD NAUTICAL ย ย 

ย  ย  @ 17:30 PANAMA POSSE OVER THE TOP POT LUCK RED CUP DOCK PARTY -> details here on how to win the chef award ->

ย 

ย  ย 

Sun ย Dec ย 3rd, 22

ย 

ย  ย  @ 13:00 PROVISIONING, WHAT TO SEE AND DO, SAFETY AND SECURITYย 
RECAP, Q&A

Salad

ย EXCEPTIONAL MARINAS SPONSORSย 
WHO SUPPORT YOU & YOUR VESSEL
ย WITH A DISCOUNT
ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Safe Harbor Ventura Isle โ€“ Venura Isle, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Safe Harbor South Bay โ€“ Chula Vista, USA

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas ย โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Puerto Escondido โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Palmira Topolobampo โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina y Club de Yates Isla Cortes โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina el Cid โ€“ Mazatlan โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ PANAMA POSSE HQ ย โ€“ Marina Puerto de La Navidad โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Ixtapa, Ixtapa โ€“ Mexicoย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ La Marina Acapulco, Acapulco โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Vicenteโ€™s Moorings, Acapulco โ€“ Mexicoย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Chiapas โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡น Marina Pez Vela โ€“ Guatemala ย 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป Marina Bahia del Sol โ€“ El Salvador ย 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป La Palma Moorings โ€“ Bahia del Sol - El Salvador

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Marina Puesta del Sol โ€“ Nicaragua ย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Papagayo โ€“ Costa Rica ย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Pez Vela โ€“ Costa Ricaย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Bahia Golfito โ€“ Costa Rica ย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Banana Bay Marina โ€“ Costa Rica ย 

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ Marina Puerto Amistad โ€“ Ecuador ย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Buenaventura Marina โ€“ Panamaย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA POSSE PACIFIC HQ Vista Mar Marina โ€“ Panamaย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Shelter Bay Marina โ€“ Panama ย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ IGY Red Frog Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Bocas Marina โ€“ Panamaย 

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Linton Bay Marina โ€“ Panamaย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด ClubNautico Cartagena โ€“ Colombiaย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Club de Pesca Marina Cartagena โ€“ Colombiaย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Marina Puerto Velero โ€“ Colombia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด IGY Marina Santa Marta โ€“ Colombiaย 

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Royal Jamaica Yacht Club โ€“ Jamaicaย 

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Errol Flynn Marina โ€“ Jamaica ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Montego Bay Yacht Club โ€“Jamaicaย 

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡พ The Barcadere Marina โ€“Cayman Islandsย 

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Barefoot Cay Marina โ€“ Roatan โ€“ Hondurasย 

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Fantasy Island Marina โ€“ Roatan โ€“ Honduras

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Jonesville Point Marina -Roatan โ€“ Honduras ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡น Marina Nana Juana Resort & Boatyard โ€“ Guatemalaย 

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฟ Thunderbirds Marine โ€“ Placencia โ€“ Belizeย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Makax โ€“ Isla Mujeres โ€“ Mexicoย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina V&V โ€“ Quintana Roo โ€“ Mexicoย 

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina El Cid โ€“ Cancรบn โ€“ Riviera Maya โ€“ Mexico ย 

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡บ Marina Marlin Nautica Cayo Largo โ€“ Cubaย 

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡จ South Bank Marina & Boatyard โ€“ Turks and Caicos ย 

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Romora Bay Resort and Marina โ€“ Bahamas ย 

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Elizabeth on the Bay Marina โ€“ Bahamasย 

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Great Harbour Cay Marina โ€“ Bahamas

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Blue Marlin Cove Resort & Marina โ€“ Bahamas ย 

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด Ocean World Marina โ€“ Dominican Republic

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด Marina Puerto Bahia โ€“ Dominican Republic ย  ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Marathon Marina โ€“ Marathon Keysย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Pier 66 ย Hotel & Marina โ€“ Ft. Lauderdale, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ IGY Marina at Ortega Landing โ€“ Jacksonville, FL , USAย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor Marina โ€“ FL , USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Morningstar Marinas Golden Isles St. Simons Isl. โ€“ Georgia, USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Windmill Harbour Marina โ€“ Hilton Head South Carolina , USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Coffee Bluff Marina โ€“ Savannah Georgia , USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Hazzard Marine โ€“ Gerogetown, North Carolina , USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Holden Beach ย โ€“ Town Dock, North Carolina , USAย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Portside Marina โ€“ Morehead City, North Carolina USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Tideawater Yacht Marina โ€“ Portsmouth, ย USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Ocean Yacht Marina, Portsmouth, USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Yorktown Riverwalk Landing โ€“ Virginia USA ย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Regatta Point Marina โ€“ Deltaville, Virginia USAย 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Regent Point Marina โ€“ Topping, Virginia USAย 

FERNANDINA HARBOR MARINA
Ollie's Break Iran Contra

Ollie's Break Costa Ricaย 

ย 10)ย 
ย 40+ UNESCO , ย SIGNIFICANT WORLD HERITAGE SITES ALONG THE ROUTE

Must See

Here is an substantial list of some of the most cultural or historically significant sites along the Panama Posse route.

Many of these locations are accessible from nearby marinas and are listed as UNESCO WORLD HERITAGES SITES.

https://panamaposse.com/must-see

Copper Canyon

ย COPPER CANON โ€“ BARRANCA DEL COBRE โ€“ EL CHEPE, MEXICO ย 
https://panamaposse.com/copper-canon-barranca-del-cobre-el-chepe

SUMIDERO CANYON , CHIAPAS, MEXICO >>

SUMIDERO CANYON , CHIAPAS, MEXICO ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ย 
https://panamaposse.com/sumidero-canyon

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฎ GRANADA, NICARAGAUA >>

GRANADA, NICARAGAUA ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฎย 
https://panamaposse.com/granada

Manuel Antonio

ย MANUEL ANTONIO NATIONAL PARK, ย COSTA RICA ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท ย ย 
https://panamaposse.com/manuel-antonio-park

Tulum

ย TULUM, QUINTANA ROO, MEXICO ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ย ย 
https://panamaposse.com/tulum

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Castle of San Lorenzo at Port Chagres, Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Castle of San Lorenzo at Port Chagres, Panamaย 
ย https://panamaposse.com/castle-of-san-lorenzo-at-port-chagres

11)ย 
NEW MARINAS SPONSORING THE PANAMA POSSEย 

SAFE HARBOR VENTURA ISLE ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

Safe Harbor VENTURA ISLE ย ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

34ยฐ 14.7โ€ฒ N 119ยฐ 15.595โ€ฒ W

Happy to offer 50c x foot off our transient rates for participants of the Panama Posse

Garrett

Garrett McKinney

Ensenada Cruiseport Village Marina MEXICO ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

We are pleased to welcome the Participants of the Panama Posse to Ensenada, BC Mexico

As a special welcome rate we offer 2 nights and one free !

In
the minimum stay of 2 nights, you get 1 extra night for free + special
DAILY rate for the participants with boats with a length up to 65 ft:
$2.00 USD per foot of the vessel + tax + free assistance to clear in and
out of Mexico, immigration and to get the Temporary Importation Permit
as long as they present all the documents as required ย by the port
authorities.

10) BEFORE YOU HEAD SOUTHย 
PAPERWORK CONSIDERATIONS

panama
  • INSURANCEย Here are someย  resources including agencies outside of the US who may insure your vessel - do not expect miracles>> ย 
  • VESSEL DOCUMENTATIONย 
    • In general named vessel owners on official documents matching is the easiest way to enter and exit countries
    • LLC or Corporate ownership of vessels - please be sure to have ample documentation to proof ownership / plus authority to operate
    • Vessel documented under a trust generally
      are the most difficult to enter and exit countries - be prepared for
      significant delays and difficulties with authorities - some countries
      may not allow you in with vessels in a trust
  • PASSPORTS AND DRIVERS LICENSESย 
    - ensure that you have at least 9+ months before expiration of to avoid
    delays and issues upon entry and exit with immigration. Always check
    your passport on exit of countries to ensure you have a valid exit
    stamp. Panama Immigration in particular has been known to use this as a
    wedge issue and make re-entry difficult.
  • ATM / CREDIT CARDSย 
    - I bring a spare ATM with a dual account ย linked so in case I
    loose a card I can simply transfer funds to the secondary account
    and continue onย 
  • MOBILE PHONE PLANS -
    sooner or later AT&T / T Mobile & Google Fi will cut me off - a
    good workaround is to secure a permanent Google Voice number ( $ 25
    onetime fee ) and have an unlocked dual sim android phone which allows
    me to create hot spots and use local sim cards to access data and tether
    - the google voice # phone will still ring and deliver SMS as long as
    you are connected via IP / WIFIย 
  • HEALTH INSURANCE -
    outside the US healthcare is very affordable so I ย can pay as you
    go or contact this company for a reasonable overseas insurance
    planย 

    https://www.tripinsuranceconsultants.com/panamaposse
  • MEDICATIONS - same
    as above but I bring the script ย for restricted substances - I do
    not bring illegal drugs across any border ย - for a list of
    recommended drugs to have onboard and it's uses ย - which I can
    purchase in Central America to build up our medical kit
    follow this link >>
  • PROOF OF VACCINATION - as the policies in countries continue to change I bring my vaccination cards with ย to have proof of vaccination
  • PETS VACCINATION INTL CHIPS ย PROOF OF VACCINATION -
    we keep them up to date and upon exit from one country we may need to
    get an intl. health certificate from a local vet - we will create this
    list but know that these requirements are different for each country and
    update often - based on where you come from and which mode of travel (
    air / yacht / car / walking )ย 

exiting el salvador
https://oceanposse.com/product/v-neck/

PANANA POSSE V NECK SEASON 21-22

https://oceanposse.com/product/panama-posse-hat-navy-white-mesh/

PANAMA POSSE MARINER CAP MESH BACKย 

Posse thshirt back

WE LOVE TO GET YOUR SUGGESTIONS - FEEDBACKย 
AND REPORTSย 
PLEASE EMAIL THEM TO US ANYTIME

BE HAPPY

WE OPERATE UNDER INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW

YOUR VESSEL YOUR CREW YOUR RESPONSIBILITYย 

Panama Posse we sail where the Coconute Grow

ocean posse llcย 
panama posse communicationsย 
ย  ย 9811 W Charleston blvd, 2262, Summerlin LV, NV, 89117, ย USA

ย 

ยฉ 2022 Ocean Posse LLC

OCEANPOSSE


annapolis

ANNAPOLIS

BOATSHOW SPECIAL
$299per season
  • Save $ 50 and get a free hat and burgee onsite only at booth VB 10

BOAT SHOW CALENDAR

December 2024
M T W T F S S
 1
2345678
9101112131415
16171819202122
23242526272829
3031  

IMAGE GALLERY 2023


BAY OF ENSENADA

ECV MARINA ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ MEXICO SPONSORS THE OCEAN POSSE

ECV MARINA ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ MEXICO SPONSORS THE OCEAN POSSE
31ยฐ 51.2766' N 116ยฐ 37.2433' W

Ensenada Cruiseport Village Marina MEXICO ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

We are pleased to welcome the Participants of the Ocean Posse to Ensenada, BC Mexico

 

As a special welcome rate we offer 2 nights and one free !

In the minimum stay of 2 nights, you get 1 extra night for free + special DAILY rate for the participants with boats with a length up to 65 ft: $2.10 USD per foot of the vessel + tax +free assistance to clear in and out of Mexico, immigration and to get the Temporary Importation Permit as long as they present all the documents as requiredย  by the port authorities.
ENSENADA PORT

CONTACT

VHFย  12

T: +52 (646) 173-4141
Toll Free: +1 (877) 219 5822
E: reservations@hutchisonportsecv.com
W: www.marina.hutchisonportsecv.com
Email: mendez.lydia@enseit.com

 

Lydia Anahรญ Mรฉndez Chรกvez

Supervisor Comercial Marina

www.hutchisonports.com.mx

Ensenada Cruiseport Village Marina MEXICO ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE
FACILITIES

  • 191 slips from 36' to 68'.
  • 6 end ties from 83' to 135'.
  • A 510' mega yacht area for oversized vessels and charters, making it the only Marina in Ensenada with an area with this capacity.
  • Double breakwater protection, ensuring the calmest marina in the Ensenada area.
  • Concrete Bellingham Marine built docks.
  • Launch ramp with easy access for boats up to 33'.
  • Dock boxes with electricity and water (not safe for drinking) connections per slip.
  • Electrical capacity (30, 50 amp).
  • Single- and three-phase connection in end ties and megayachts areas.

AMENITIES

  • Walking distance to a variety of shops, restaurants and downtown
  • Friendly environment
  • Active liveaboard community
  • Restrooms and showers
  • BBQ area
  • Bicycle racks
  • Courtesy dock carts
  • Workout area
  • Free complementary WiFi
  • Pet friendly

SERVICES

  • Free assistance for the arrival, departure, immigration, and TIP procedures with the Port Authorities and Customs
  • 24 hour security with cameras and security personnel
  • Controlled access to facilities
  • Gated parking lot
  • Dock masterยดs office open 7 days a week
  • Pump out service right on your slip
  • Garbage collection
  • Hazardous materials collection


USD RATES PER foot + tax

+ 68โ€ฒ
Daily ย 2.30 2.65
Monthly 12.00 16.50
CATAMARAN & TRIMARAN
Daily 3.45
Monthly 18.00

ย 

ย RAMPS

Rate (For a one use) UP TO 33โ€ฒ
Marina clients $15.00
Guests $25.00

ย 

OTHER SERVICES

Liveaboard ย $40.00 per person monthly
ย Water ย $15.00 per metric ton ( 1000 liters / 264.17 US gallons )
ย Electricity ย $0.22 per kw
ย Pump Out ย $12.00 bellow 45 gallons

ย 

PARKING

1ย boatย = 1ย parking space included
Clients extra vehicles $30.00 monthly per vehicle

dock map

Dock Map

Ensenada Cruiseport Village MARINA MEXICO ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝย  SAFE APPROACH


LOCATION

 

OFFICIAL WEBSITE >>

NEARBY

  • RESTAURANTS AND BARS
  • SHOPPING AND SUPERMARKETS
  • HUSSONGS CANTINA
  • MUSEO DE HISTORIA
  • LA BUFADORA
  • EL SALTO CANYON
  • VALLE DE GUADALUPE WINE TOUR
  • BANKS
  • TAXIS
  • DELUXE BUSES TO TIJUANA

 


SAFE HARBOR ventura-CHART-approach

SAFE HARBOR VENTURA ISLE ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

Safe Harbor VENTURA ISLEย  ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE
34ยฐ 14.7' N 119ยฐ 15.595' W

Happy to offer 50c x foot off our transient rates for participants of the Panama Posse

Garrett McKinney

Garrett McKinney
General Manager

We welcome the Panama Posse to a charming mix of oceanfront lifestyle and southern California culture embodied in the Ventura Harbor's spirit.
Whether you're setting sail for Panamaย  or dining in the lively Ventura Harbor Village, Safe Harbor Ventura Isle is a gateway to it all.

SAFE HARBOR VENTURA ISLE

 

SAFE HARBOR VENTURA ISLE

Address: 1363 Spinnaker Dr, Ventura, CA 93001
Tel: +1 (805) 644-5858
E:
gmkcinney@shmarinas.com

Safe Harbor Ventura Isle

AMENITIES

  • Max LOA 93'
  • Max Beam 40'
  • Boat Lifts
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Cable TV Hookups
  • Fresh Water Hookups
  • Shore Power Hookups
  • Dock Boxes
  • Pump-out
  • Drive-up Parking

Safe Harbor Ventura Isle
GOOD NAUTICAL SAFE APPROACH

 

 


Safe Harbor Ventura Isle
MAP

 

 

AMENITIES Max LOA 93' Max Beam 40' Boat Lifts Complimentary Wi-Fi Cable TV Hookups Fresh Water Hookups Shore Power Hookups Dock Boxes Pump-out Drive-up Parking

 

OFFICIAL WEBSITE >>

https://shmarinas.com/locations/safe-harbor-ventura-isle/


PANAMA YACHT BROKER

Thrilled to announce that Panama Yacht Broker has teamed up with the one and only Panama Posse! As a leading cruising resource, Panama Posse brings a world of sailing knowledge and resources to the table. From route planning and local intel to connecting with other cruisers, Panama Posse has it all. We are honored to join that list of resources thanks to our partnership.

Our clients have exclusive access to complementary yacht brokerage expertise, and discounts on listing agreements. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or just setting sail for the first time, Panama Yacht Broker has a boat for everyone and can also help you sell your boat when the time is right.

 

CONTACTย 

Charles Badoian
Cell/WhatsApp/Telegram/Signal:
PA +507 6378-8345
US ย +1 305-735-1661
Skype: badoian
E: charles@panamayachtbroker.com

ย 


FLEET UPDATE 2022-09-27

Panama Posse

PANAMA POSSE

FLEET UPDATE

Sep 27, 2022

Hurricane Season

Squalls and rainbows in El Salvador by PATHFINDER

SIGN UP / RENEW 22ยท23 PANAMA POSSE

TOP NEWS

  • 173 VESSELS FROM 13 ENSIGNS
  • HOISTING OF THE BURGEES
  • UNINVITED VISITORS
  • PANAMA POSSE SWAG
  • DIESEL BUG FUEL
  • KICK OFF WEEK MEXICO
  • SATURDAY INTRODUCTORY ZOOM CALL
  • ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW BOOTH #VB10
  • CALIFORNIA LAUNCH PARTY SAN DIEGO
  • MUST SEE LA RUTA DEL CAFE
  • OCEAN POSSE PARTY @ SHELTER BAY PANAMA
  • TULUM 5 FOR SALE


1) 173 VESSELS HAILING
FROM 13 ENSIGNS
HAVE ALREADY SIGNED UP

13 ensigns

An ensign is the national flag flown on a vessel to indicate nationality and is the largest flag, generally flown at the stern.

The 2022-2023 Faces

2) LET THE HOISTING OF THE BURGEES ... BEGIN

Must See

SY SHEARWATER ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Eric & Pati - Formosa 50โ€ฒ

Pathfinder

SY PATHFINDER ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Nicole & Jean-Philippe - Lagoon 39โ€ฒ

Bruce

SY NO REGRETS ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lynette & Bruce - Fast Passage 39โ€ฒ

SY BISOU ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Tad ( +JUANJO Shelter Bay Marina ) and Robin - Fountaine Pajot 44โ€ฒ

Panama POsse

SY TOKETEE ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Dar & Diane ( +JUANJO Shelter Bay Marina ) - Skookum 53โ€ฒ

MARY ARLENE

SY MARY ARLENE ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Jeff & crew - Formosa 41โ€ฒ

SY KNOT RIGHT Walt & Jeariene Beneteau 47โ€ฒ

SY KNOT RIGHT ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Walt & Jeariene - Beneteau 47โ€ฒ

Burgee

GET YOUR BURGEE !
Burgees are free and included with your registration fee while they last

HERE IS HOW

  • Annapolis Boat Show@ Panama Posse booth VB10
  • San Diego Kick off Party Oct 27th
  • Barra De Navidad Marina Puerto de la Navidad, MX
  • Shelter Bay Marina Panama
  • SY Carinthia Suzanne & Dietmar
  • SY Maison de Sante Nicole & Keenan
  • USPS mailing with tracking pay $ 6 for S/H email us

3) EARLY ENTRY INTO
UNINVITED VISITORS AWARDS

Univited Visitor

SY SHEARWATER ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Eric & Pati - Formosa 50โ€ฒ

SHEARWATER PatiSHEARWATER Eric

4) GET YOUR PANAMA POSSE SWAG

Swags for sale

New hats in 9 colors variations and commemorative V & T Shirts
from the 21-22 season on sale now at https://oceanposse.com/shop

5) RETURN TO THE DIESEL BUG

Diesel Bug

After a season of leaving a vessel in the the tropics it is time to check the stored diesel. Fuel in tanks deteriorates over time, as it reacts with the oxygen in the air. Usually, fuel can stay in a usable condition under storage for up to a year, after which it may begin to develop sediments. Fuel is not just affected by these residues, but also bacteria and fungi.

Water that forms in fuel tanks due to condensation (when the tanks heat up during the day and cool down at night and are not full, for example), creates the perfect petri dish for bacteria. One of the most common microorganisms that can grow under these circumstances is the diesel bug, deteriorates your fuel and create a sludge capable of damaging your engine.

Once you get underway it shushes around and the fuel pickup hose quickly gets clogged. The bug clogs the fuel system.

Diesel Bug

ACTUAL CAUSES

  • Humidity in the air
  • Fuel tank condensation
  • Fuel tank insulation
  • Air leak on seals on fuel tank filler cap inc damaged o-rings
  • Poor fuel station storage quality
  • Low volume of sales at fuel station
Slow USe

REMEDIES

Once you have the bug
1) Separate the water from the diesel
2) Shock and kill the diesel bug with biocides
3) Remove sediments from the bottom of your tank

To Prevent the bug
1) Fill the tank
2) Use a fuel filter to take on fuel from the pump
3) Use Enzymes to prevent the bug from forming in the first place

Diesel Doctor

6) PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF WEEK
MARINA PUERTO DE LA NAVIDAD
DEC 1-5, 2022

BARRA DE NAVIDA KKICK OFF WEEK

Thursday December 1st, 2022

10:00 PANAMA POSSE INTRO AND OVERVIEW and Fleet Tracking

13:00 ROUTE PLANNING & NAVIGATION

Friday December 2nd, 2022

10:00 DANGERS & SAFETY

13:00 COMMUNICATIONS, WEATHER,

17:30 PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF PARTY

Saturday December 3rd, 2022

10:00 PANAMA POSSE SWAP MEET

13:00 SATELLITE CHARTS / OPEN CPN / GOOD NAUTICAL

17:30 PANAMA POSSE OVER THE TOP POT LUCK RED CUP DOCK PARTY

Sunday December 4th, 2022

13:00 PROVISIONING, WHAT TO SEE AND DO, RECAP, Q&A

22-23' Panama Posse Kick Off Week

Free cocktail hour courtesy of Marina Puerto de la Navidad and the Isla Resort !
4 days of seminars and learning and the amazing RED CUP POT LUCK PARTY

Secundino

Secundino Alvarez- Harbor Master

Tel: + 52 (314) 337 90 14

harbormaster@islaresort.com.mx

Barra de Navidad

The resort, marina and anchorage in Barra de Navidad, MX 19ยฐ 12' N 104ยฐ 41.3166' W

SPECIAL PANAMA POSSE RESORT RATE

STAY IN THE HOTEL for $ 109 x night* [ Nov 30, 22โ€“ Dec 8, 22 ] >>

โ€ข 40 minutes from Manzanillo Intl. Airport (IATA: ZLO)

โ€ข 4 restaurants and 3 bars serving local, international and regional cuisine

โ€ข Yoga classes on the beach during high season at no cost to marina residents

โ€ข 5 Swimming pools & Jacuzzi

โ€ข Private beach with cabanas

โ€ข Fitness Center

โ€ข Locker room facility with showers and steam rooms in the golf course clubhouse

โ€ข Spa services and treatments

โ€ข Boutique gift shop open daily

โ€ข Meeting & Banquet facilities

โ€ข Water sport rentals

โ€ข Business Center open 7 days a week

โ€ข Wireless Internet in public areas

โ€ข ATM & Currency Exchange

โ€ข Award winning 27 hole championship golf course on site, special green fee rates

available for marina residents and complimentary transportation provided

* subject to availability

birthplace

the swim up pool bar at Isla Resort - aka the birthplace of the Panama Posse

7) THIS SATURDAY
PANAMA POSSE INTRODUCTORY ZOOM CALL

Zoom

PANAMA POSSE INTRODUCTORY ZOOM CALL

MEET THE FLEET

Saturday, October 1, 2022 12:00 EDT / 09:00 PDT

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83109688738?pwd=WG9OS2xMRlFBZ3VZQlRlV3ZqNVd6dz09

Meeting ID: 831 0968 8738
Passcode: 985363

Communications Protocol Gestalt
( share experiences not opinions )

For all new and prior participants

  • Introductions
  • Overview & Mission
  • Perks and Discounts
  • Route
  • OpenCPN
  • Good Nautical
  • Q&A
Annapolis

Town dock in Annapolis - East Coast Sailing providence + heavily starched collars

8) ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW
BOOTH #VB10
MEET UP WITH THE PANAMA POSSE 22-23
FRIDAY EVE SUNSET RUM PARTY

Boat Show

Once again we will have a booth at the US SAILBOAT SHOW !
Just follow the sounds of the howler monkey !
Vacation Basin Booth 10 VB#10 - Right next 2 Shelter Bay Marina Booth

PANAMA POSSE ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW

If you are planning to attend please visit booth # VB 10 and come and hang out. You can pick up your free burgee and pick up swag and share in the annual gathering of sailors and cruisers - we will also join in the festivities on Friday October 14th @ 18:00 with 2 cases of Flor de Caรฑa rum to celebrate the sunset !

Flor de Caรฑa
Latitudes and Attitudes Magazine

9) PANAMA POSSE SEASON 6

Notice of a Rally

These are our outreach postcards - please email us if you can hand out a few fliers and postcards to fellow boat owners in your area or post in your marina.

Panama Posse Route

PANAMA POSSE BENEFITS

  • Discounts in sponsorship marinas* with at least 10 % to as much as 50% off in over 70 MARINAS
  • Unrivaled camaraderie โ€“ make friends of a lifetime โ€“ make history
  • No crazy schedules to adhere to โ€“ go at your own pace
  • Save time with quick access to hard to find information โ€“ how to check in and out โ€“ best practices and latest report from 800+ vessels who have been there before
  • Membership access to our ever updating online cruising guide goodnautical.com with 550+ vetted anchorages and detailed clearing in and out procedures โ€“ no need to buy expensive cruising guides
  • 24/7 live group chat tool (line.me) which works on android and iOS & PC
  • GREAT INFO ! Weekly live group calls on Monday @ 16:00 UTC to go over weather logistics and anything else
  • Dedicated Panama Canal Agent with real fenders and discount on his fees
  • Savings at many chandleries and service providers
  • 20% off Predict Wind Pro account
  • WESTMARINE PRO Group SILVER DISCOUNT 5 โ€“ 25 % off
  • Vetted tours, service providers and points of interest ( 200 vessels have participated in the past seasons so a lot of up to date info )
  • INFO Weekly email fleet updates and access to prior fleet updates
  • โ€œyour vessel your crew your responsibility your scheduleโ€ so no-one will tell you what to do โ€“ no opinions no cliques / we do ask of you to be kind and courteous to each other and help and document any findings
  • Impromptu gatherings with fellow participants
  • Occasional seminars
  • Partnership with SevenStar Yacht Transport so you Ship your vessel back to Ensenada, MX or Victoria, BC with a discounted rate.
  • We respect for your privacy and do not track you
  • FREE Charts we got both printable chartlets and satellite chartlets generated for you to use with opencpn ( 160 Gigs +)
  • FREE Vessel Tracking with predict wind using automatic methods and manual
  • Pro Discounts at Hertz Mexico and Home Depot Mexico
  • 15 % discount at San Diego Marine Exchange
  • Easy upgrade path to Atlantic Posse and South Pacific
anchorages

10) PANAMA POSSE
CALIFORNIA LAUNCH PARTY
SAN DIEGO
SAFE HARBOR SOUTH BAY CHULA

THU OCT 27 '22

Panama Posse Univeristy

SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
W / MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED
Come and mingle at Safe Harbor South Bay, San Diego Chula Vista, California

SAFE HARBOUR SOUTH BAY
RSVP HERE FOR YOUR ALL ACCESS WRISTBAND >>
Sunset

ELIAS GARCIA OF PAC WEST MARINE SAN DIEGO

Diesel Engines
what you need to know to keep them running

13:30 PM - 14:45 PM

PREDICT WIND NEW FEATURES AND HOW TO

15:00 PM - 16:00 PM

PANAMA POSSE SEASON INVOCATION

18:02 PM SUNSET TOAST

MARINA PAPAGAYO PRESENTS: COSTA RICA

18:30 PM THE PACIFIC COAST OF COSTA RICA

 Marina Papagayo

SPONSORED BY MARINA PAPAGAYO, COSTA RICA

Marina Papagayo Costa Rica

11) MUST SEE
LA RUTA DEL CAFE ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ CHIAPAS MEXICO

La Ruta del Cafe

FINCA HAMBURGO >> The sun rises over the Chiapas mountains around the Tacanรก volcano

One cold January morning, Arthur Erich Edelmann, his wife Doris, and seven other colleagues set sail from Hamburg, Germany, all from Perleberg, a small town an hour and a half from Berlin. Erich had a coffee machinery factory in his hometown, owned by his family, which was facing financial problems at the time it received the invitation from the Mexican government. What did you feel when you read that letter? What would you have thought to take a risk, abandon your business, your city, your people, your country, your language to start from scratch in a place so far away, so different in culture, language, nature and climate? A place that seemed like a different world. That is a story that we do not know and perhaps we never will.

Coffe in Chiapas

Erich traveled for three weeks across the Atlantic until he arrived at the Port of Veracruz, where he took a horse-driven cart with his people to go to Soconusco, Chiapas. To the wild and untouched lands that he and his family would call home.

Before arriving in Mexico, we suppose that Erich had to have read all the information available about Chiapas, about Mexico and specialized in its culture, its people, language, nature, its history. However, there was nothing that could have prepared him for the intensity of his new life.

Erich, Doris and their people arrived in Huixtla, a small village with some houses built in adobe and palm trees, inhabited by friendly indigenous families who gave them the mules and human capital necessary to reach their final destination. From there, it took them another 8 hours to be able to transport along the newly created dirt roads, which looked like tunnels through the dense jungle. On their way they could observe the Tacanรก, a volcano whose eruptions transformed the land around it into a fertile paradise.

Home

With the help of workers from San Cristรณbal, San Juan Chamula and Guatemala, Erich and his team of architects and engineers began to harmonize the land, build the first houses for the workers, the mill, roads. Erich and Doris lived for 11 years in one of these simple houses, couldnโ€™t afford a bigger house, not yet. The priority was to prepare the land, build all the necessary infrastructure to work, keep people working, provide money and work, houses and food. The priority was its peoplethe priority was coffee.

They put a lot of work into investing in this long-term project, so far from home, a lot of determination and hope, a great risk and a gamble. All that work, all those years, until finally: the first harvest and the start of Finca Hamburgo.

Finca

FINCA ARGOVIA

This exemplary coffee Resort Located in the Sierra Madre of Chiapas with More than 130 years of history and culminates as a cultural and extremely worthwhile experience

Argovia is a partner and initiator of the Coffee route in Chiapas, with cabins, outdoor pool, Spa, Yoga area, Restaurant, Bar, Event areas and tours.

Argovia

Chiapas is the southernmost state in Mexico, and it borders the states of Oaxaca to the west, Veracruz to the northwest, and Tabasco to the north, and borders Guatemala to the east and southeast. Chiapas has a significant coastline on the Pacific Ocean.

The lowland, tall perennial rainforest has been almost completely cleared to allow agriculture and ranching. Rainfall decreases moving towards the Pacific Ocean, but it is still abundant enough to allow the farming of bananas, coffee and many other tropical crops near Tapachula. On the several parallel sierras or mountain ranges running along the center of Chiapas, the climate can be quite moderate and foggy, allowing the development of cloud forests like those of Reserva de la Biosfera El Triunfo, home to a handful of horned guans, resplendent quetzals, and azure-rumped tanagers.

Chiapas is home to the ancient Mayan ruins of Palenque, Yaxchilรกn, Bonampak, Chinkultic and Toninรก.

old jeep

How to get Argovia?

To get to the Finca you have to take 8th Street north (reference: intersection with 17th Street west) located on the border of the city, which will take you north, right at the end will become Road to New Germany. 40 minutes of road without changing your way to find the 39km, youยดll find a signal that says โ€œArgovia 5 minutesโ€ turn your way to the right. You will continue by Finca Eduviges paved road better known as New Germany and only 5 minutes more youโ€™ll be in Argovia. We guarantee that any vehicle from compact to mini sedans can access our Finca with no trouble.

o head out on this day trip leave early from marina Chiapas with Miguel Angel of Discovery Tours+52 962 133 6820 toursdiscoverchiapas@hotmail.com

Or sit back and relax on this day trip leave early from marina Chiapas with Miguel Angel of Discovery Tours +52 962 133 6820 toursdiscoverchiapas@hotmail.com

Chiapas

12) OCEAN POSSE PARTY
@ SHELTER BAY PANAMA

FRI FEB 03 โ€˜23

Shleter Bay Marinas

PANAMA POSSE MEETS SOUTH PACIFIC POSSE

Afternoon & Evening of Panama Posse and South Pacific Posse seminars
Followed by an evening of RUM and MUSIC
Save the date Fri Feb 3rd '23

SPP

13) 70+ PANAMA POSSE MARINA SPONSORS

Marinas

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Safe Harbor South Bay โ€“ Chula Vista, USA

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Coral, Ensenada โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Puerto Escondido โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Palmira Topolobampo โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina y Club de Yates Isla Cortes โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina el Cid โ€“ Mazatlan โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ PANAMA POSSE HQ โ€“ Marina Puerto de La Navidad โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Ixtapa, Ixtapa โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ La Marina Acapulco, Acapulco โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Vicenteโ€™s Moorings, Acapulco โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Chiapas โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡น Marina Pez Vela โ€“ Guatemala

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป Marina Bahia del Sol โ€“ El Salvador

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป La Palma Moorings โ€“ Bahia del Sol - El Salvador

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Marina Puesta del Sol โ€“ Nicaragua

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Papagayo โ€“ Costa Rica

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Pez Vela โ€“ Costa Rica

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Bahia Golfito โ€“ Costa Rica

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Banana Bay Marina โ€“ Costa Rica

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ Marina Puerto Amistad โ€“ Ecuador

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Buenaventura Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA POSSE PACIFIC HQ Vista Mar Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Shelter Bay Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ IGY Red Frog Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Bocas Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Linton Bay Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด ClubNautico Cartagena โ€“ Colombia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Club de Pesca Marina Cartagena โ€“ Colombia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Marina Puerto Velero โ€“ Colombia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด IGY Marina Santa Marta โ€“ Colombia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Royal Jamaica Yacht Club โ€“ Jamaica

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Errol Flynn Marina โ€“ Jamaica

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Montego Bay Yacht Club โ€“Jamaica

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡พ The Barcadere Marina โ€“Cayman Islands

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Barefoot Cay Marina โ€“ Roatan โ€“ Honduras

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Fantasy Island Marina โ€“ Roatan โ€“ Honduras

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Jonesville Point Marina -Roatan โ€“ Honduras

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡น Marina Nana Juana Resort & Boatyard โ€“ Guatemala

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฟ Thunderbirds Marine โ€“ Placencia โ€“ Belize

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Makax โ€“ Isla Mujeres โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina V&V โ€“ Quintana Roo โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina El Cid โ€“ Cancรบn โ€“ Riviera Maya โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡บ Marina Marlin Nautica Cayo Largo โ€“ Cuba

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡จ South Bank Marina & Boatyard โ€“ Turks and Caicos

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Romora Bay Resort and Marina โ€“ Bahamas

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Elizabeth on the Bay Marina โ€“ Bahamas

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Great Harbour Cay Marina โ€“ Bahamas

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Blue Marlin Cove Resort & Marina โ€“ Bahamas

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด Ocean World Marina โ€“ Dominican Republic

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด Marina Puerto Bahia โ€“ Dominican Republic

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Marathon Marina โ€“ Marathon Keys

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Pier 66 Hotel & Marina โ€“ Ft. Lauderdale, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ IGY Marina at Ortega Landing โ€“ Jacksonville, FL , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor Marina โ€“ FL , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Morningstar Marinas Golden Isles St. Simons Isl. โ€“ Georgia, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Windmill Harbour Marina โ€“ Hilton Head South Carolina , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Coffee Bluff Marina โ€“ Savannah Georgia , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Hazzard Marine โ€“ Gerogetown, North Carolina , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Holden Beach โ€“ Town Dock, North Carolina , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Portside Marina โ€“ Morehead City, North Carolina USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Tideawater Yacht Marina โ€“ Portsmouth, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Ocean Yacht Marina, Portsmouth, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ York River Yacht Haven โ€“ Virginia , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Yorktown Riverwalk Landing โ€“ Virginia USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Regatta Point Marina โ€“ Deltaville, Virginia USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Regent Point Marina โ€“ Topping, Virginia USA

Romora-Bay-Resort-and-Marina

Romora Bay Resort and Marina ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Bahamas

Flor de Caรฑa Rum Bar: Sustainable and Natural

14) PANAMA POSSE SPONSORS

  • PREDICT WIND
  • SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT
  • HOME DEPOT PRO MEXICO
  • HERTZ RENTAL CARS MEXICO
  • YACHT AGENTS GALAPAGOS
  • FLOR DE CAร‘A
  • SAFE HARBOR SOUTH BAY MARINA EVENT CENTER
  • WESTMARINE PRO
  • SAILMAIL
  • CHRIS PARKER - MARINE WEATHER CENTER
  • SAN DIEGO MARINE EXCHANGE
  • DOWNWIND MARINE
SAILMAIL

SailMail email can be transferred via any form of internet access e.g. Iridium, Inmarsat, VSAT, Globalstar, Thuraya, terrestrial WiFi, terrestrial cellular networks, or via SailMailโ€™s own world-wide network of SSB-Pactor radio stations.

The SailMail Association maintains its own world-wide network of SSB-Pactor private coast stations in the Maritime Mobile Radio Service. The use of this network is available at no extra charge to SailMail members, but of course requires the member to have a SSB and Pactor modem

15) SY TULUM 5 FOR SALE / PANAMA

BURGEES

SY TULUM V is for sale / 1977 51' Aleutian

Weโ€™re not swallowing the anchor, just looking for a bit of a different configuration for growing kids- hereโ€™s the link,
https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1977-aleutian-51-8483195/

https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1977-aleutian-51-8483195/
https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1977-aleutian-51-8483195/

SY TULUM V ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Chad, Michelle & Teagan - Chung Hua 51โ€ฒ

Tracking

Tracking is voluntary, free and easy. Plus you get to see where your peers are and see where vessels have bee

Great Blue Hole

Great Blue Hole ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฟ Belize

17) SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT

SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

More info on Sevenstarโ„ขs services can be found on
https://www.sevenstar-yacht-transport.com/

Who is Sevenstar Yacht Transport?

Sevenstar is the worldโ€™s leading provider of yacht shipping services on a lift-on, lift-off basis.

For a quote with the Panama Posse discount please contact
Kris Caren kris@sevenstar-usa.com sevenstar-usa.com

Sevenstar

18) PANAMA CANAL AGENT
CENTENARIO CONSULTING ERICK GALVEZ

To arrange for transit with the Panama Canal Authority please contact Eric Galvez our dedicated Panama Canal agent and sponsor of the Panama Posse and the Pacific Posse

Erick Gรกlvez

info@centenarioconsulting.com

www.centenarioconsulting.com

Cellphone +507 6676-1376

WhatsApp +507 6676-1376

Erick
https://oceanposse.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/new-panama-canal-graphic.jpg

19) STRATEGIC PARTNERS

SEVEN SEAS CRUISING ASSOCIATION

Vicenteโ€™s Moorings โ€“ Acapulco โ€“ Mexico

Park Avenue Villas โ€“ San Juan del Sur โ€“ Nicaragua

Coconutz โ€“ Playa Cocos โ€“ Costa Rica

Abernathy โ€“ Chandlery โ€“ Panama

Pacific Posse

Atlantic Posse

Advertising Partners โ€“ Las Vegas

Safe-Esteem.com โ€“ Delaware

Seven Seas

Since 2020 the SSCA has been our strategic partner
Membership in SSCA is always a great deal, but for a short time, membership will be discounted for registered Panama Posse participants by 25%*. - Read More >>

SIGN UP FOR THE 22-23 PANAMA POSSE
RED FROG

IGY RED FROG MARINA PANAMA - SPONSORS PANAMA POSSE

WE OPERATE UNDER INTERNATIONAL MARITIME LAW

YOUR VESSEL YOUR CREW YOUR RESPONSIBILITY

Panama Posse we sail where the Coconute Grow

panama posse communications
@ 9811 W Charleston blvd 2262 Summerlin LV NV 89117 USA

ย 

ยฉ 2022 Ocean Posse LLC

OP


BARREL | barยทrel /หˆberษ™l/

THE POSSE BARREL -ย  SEARCHING SUSTAINABILITY

1) a cylindrical container bulging out in the middle, traditionally made of wooden staves with metal hoops around them.
2) a message of hope good will and useful artifact to start a dialogue with communities living on the edge
TO FOLLOW THE PANAMA POSSE BARREL'S VOYAGE TO SAN BLAS, PANAMAย  FOLLOW THIS LINK >>

THE BARREL

The goal for the Panama Posse barrel is to identify ways in which we can help communities and entities living on the edge and define new standards of sustainability.

Our goal is to find the silver lining and long term solutions to communities living in coastal impact zones.

barrelbarrelbarrelBarrelBarrel

 

YACHT SIGNED ON TO THE BARREL

  • Maison de Santรฉ
  • Enjoy
  • We|Sail Va
  • Yahtzee
  • Edelweiss
  • Calico Skies
  • Jupiter 2
  • Green Flash
  • Knot Right
  • Long Windid
  • daMMAD Cat
  • Freedom
  • It's about Time
  • Rochambeau
  • Myla
  • Solmate
  • Queso Grande II
  • Epsilon
  • Synchronicity
  • White Wings
  • Flite Deck
  • Serenity
  • Ilohale
  • One Life
  • Exhibitionism

 

EXAMPLES OF NON SUSTAINABLE ACTIVITIES

Example: BEACH CLEANUP
While dirty beaches are sight for sore eyes and plastic which washes down rivers winds up on these beachesย  cleaning up these beaches is the responsibility of those who live there. Plastic consumption and dirty environments are caused by locals and ultimately it is not sustainable to clean up a beach for them
If you clean up the beach for the locals without their initiative what lesson does it send to the local communities ?

Solution ?

Example:ย  FIXING, DONATING, REFUELING OR SERVICING OUTBOARDSย 
Fishing has been a local activity for thousands of years but new technologies ( such as outboards, FOBS Gill nets and deploying long linesย  ) are causing over fishing andย  in areas and decimate sustainable oceans. Is empowering local fishermen with solutions which create operational and maintenance and financial challenges a long-term solution ? If fishermen go out and over fish - prolong their stays and add additional risks justย  to cover fuel coast and expensive outboards is that viable for all ?

Solution ?

 

THE BARREL IS A SYMBOL TO BE PASSED FROM VESSEL TO VESSEL WITH A MESSAGE OF FINDINGย  LONG TERMย  SUSTAINABLEย  SOLUTIONS

Our goal is to talk - and find out what coastal communities really want and need .

 

THE GUNA PEOPLE

The economy of Guna Yala is based on agriculture, fishing and the manufacture of clothing with a long tradition of international trade. Plantains, coconuts, and fish form the core of the Guna diet, supplemented with imported foods, a few domestic animals, and wild game. Coconuts, called ogob [IPA: okห‘ษ”ฮฒ] in the Guna language, and lobsters skungit [skuล‹kห‘it] are the most important export products. Migrant labor and the sale of molas provide other sources of income.

The Guna have a long deep rooted history of mercantilism and a longstanding tradition of selling goods through family owned venues. Most imported goods originate from Colombian, Mexican or Chinese ships and are sold in small retail stores owned by Guna people. The Guna have not excised tax when trading goods and place strong emphasis on economic success. This tradition of trade and self-determination has been credited by many as a chief reason the Guna have been able to successfully function independently compared to other indigenous groups.


Guna communities in Panama City are typically made up of migrant laborers and small business owners, although many Guna also migrate to Panama City to sell fish and agricultural products produced by their respective communities. The sale of Mola and other forms of Guna art has become a large part of the Guna peoples economy in recent years and mola vendors can be found in most cities in Panama where they are marketed to both foreigners and Hispano Panamanians. Tourism is now an important part of the economy in the Carti region, and abandoned goods from the drug trade provide occasional windfalls.