San Andrรฉs Island & Providencia Islands Colombia ๐จ๐ด
AGENT JULIAN WATSON San Andrรฉs ๐จ๐ด SPONSORS THE OCEAN POSSE
REDUCED / WAIVED FEES
Contact: Julian
Whatsapp: +57 6511757
VHF 16 -> 12
Email: julian.jwm@gmail.com
Fees
Day | Week | Monthly | 3ย Months | |
Dinghy Dock | 2 | 10 | ||
Internet | 2 | 10 | ||
Dockage < 80 feet | 400 | |||
pp | ||||
Tourist entry* Typical Fee pp |
43 |
ย Free for PP with Julian | ||
TIP | TIP | TIP | ||
Yacht Entry Fee <80' | ย 5 | ย 5 | 5 | 120 |
Health Inspection | 40 | |||
Vaccinated and chipped Pets entry | Free | |||
Agent Services Sail <80' | 80 | ย 50 PP | ||
Agent Service Motor <80' | 100 | ย 50 PP |
LAUNDRY
BOAT CLEANING
BOAT SITTING
HULL CLEANING
WATERTAXIย ย / SERVICIOย DE LANCHA EN BAHIA / VHF 16 ย ย $ 5
DHL / VIA MARITIMA KIN OCEAN SERVICEย FOR YACHTS IN TRANSIT
SAFE APPROACH
CHARTS
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TO DO
CUEVA MORGAN
Malecon
1820 Babtist Church
Pig pond Lagoon
San Luis Casa Islena
LOCATION
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DETAILS
ย Our interior bay is very safe already indicated in graph and close to the marina, it is located in the center of the city, close to commerce and banking area, supermarkets, coffee shops. We have a hospital, a private clinic and a number of specialized medical offcies, an airport 10 minutes from the marina with national connections to cities in Colombia and international flights to Miami-San Andrรฉs.
FLEET UPDATE 2021-10-03
"EXPLORE DREAM DISCOVER
Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness."
โ Mark Twain
October 3, 2021
PRE-SEASON
PANAMA POSSE FLEET UPDATE
NEAR THE END OF HURRICANE SEASON
1) REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE 21ยท22 SEASON
To sign up please follow this link >>
Prior registrants, SSCA members
Email us now to sign up again and get a discount !
195 VESSELS ARE ALREADY SIGNED UPReview the Fleet and roster >>
2) HOIST YOUR BURGEE
Burgees are being delivered October via USPS and they will also be available at the kick off events and seminars - please email us now to reserve yours we are only making 250 units and they are free with local USPS shipping in the US - please email us a picture to show us when you get yours !
3) CALLING ALL DIVERS TO STUDY MEXICAN REEFS !
Panama Posse has partnered with ADVENTURE SCIENTISTS AND UNIVERSITY OF GUADALAJARA TO CONDUCT MEXICAN CORAL REEF STUDIES
Teams of Panama Posse volunteer divers will survey up to 40 coral reef sites multiple times a year for several years. Mexicoโs Pacific Coast is harbor to some of the worldโs most bio-diverse coral reefs which are imperiled by ocean acidification, more frequent and powerful storms and damage from tourism.
Season 5 Mexican Coral Reefs Project Requirements
โ Panama Posse member at the December 2 - 6, 2021 Kickoff week in Barra de Navidad, Mexico.
โ Certified diver that can safely and competently collect data underwater.
โ Access to a boat to travel to established reef monitoring locations.
โ Will attend an in-person training in Barra de Navidad with Dr. Paola Rodriguez.
TO SIGN UP FOR THIS SESSION PLEASE VISIT ADVENTURE SCIENTIST SIGN UP PAGE->
Mexicoโs Pacific Coast is home to some of the worldโs most biodiverse coral reefs
Adventure Scientists is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that equips partners with data collected from the outdoors that are crucial to addressing environmental and human health challenges.
Universidad de Guadalajara Dr. Paola Rodrรญguez Troncoso and Dr. Amรญlcar Cupul Magaรฑa are leading the study to understand how climate change and human pressure is impacting corals.
PANAMA POSSE PARTNERS WITH ADVENTURE SCIENTISTS AND UNIVERSITY OF GUADALAJARA TO CONDUCT MEXICAN CORAL REEF STUDIES
4) RESERVE YOU SLIP IN BARRA, MX NOW
Kick off week in December at Marina Puerto de la Navidad will see the biggest concentration of the Panama Posse fleet and we have been given a special rate but only of you reserve early and sign up to be part of the Panama Posse.
Please reserve your slip now* as part of the Panama Posse harbormaster@islaresort.com.mx
Ing. Secundino Alvarez V
Harbormaster
Marina Puerto de la Navidad
+52 314 337 9014
AMENITIES Considered among the 10 best private marinas in Latin America, Marina Puerto de la Navidad is located in Isla Navidad, an upscale, secure and private tourist development just across the quaint village of Barra de Navidad and 30 minutes north of the Manzanillo International Airport (ZLO).
5) SPECIAL PANAMA POSSE RESORT RATE
STAY IN THE HOTEL for $ 109 x night [ Nov 30 - Dec 10 ]
โข 4 restaurants and 3 bars serving local, international and regional cuisine
โข Yoga classes on the beach during high season at no cost to marina residents
โข Swimming pools & Jacuzzi
โข Private beach with cabanas
โข Fitness Center
โข Locker room facility with showers and steam rooms in the golf course clubhouse
โข Spa services and treatments
โข Boutique gift shop open daily
โข Meeting & Banquet facilities
โข Water sport rentals
โข Business Center open 7 days a week
โข Wireless Internet in public areas
โข ATM & Currency Exchange
โข A 27 hole championship golf course on site (special green fee rates available for marina residents and complimentary transportation provided)
* subject availability
Here is SV RAVEN Tally's local guide to the town of Barra de Navidad >>
https://panamaposse.com/marina-puerto-de-la-navidad
6) SSCA PARTNERS WITH THE PANAMA POSSE
The Seven Seas Cruising Associationโข is the oldest and largest worldwide organization supporting the cruising lifestyle for coastal, near/offshore boaters. SSCA supports members wherever they passage, for weekend, short and long-term cruising. Founded in 1952, todayโs SSCA remains true to the traditions of its original membersโsharing cruising information, fostering fellowship, and leaving a clean wake. Cruisers Helping Cruisers.
TO JOIN THE SSCA PLEASE FOLLOW THIS LINK AND GET YOUR PANAMA POSSE DISCOUNT>>
US CUSTOMS ROAM Application Changes: CBP ROAM(Reporting Offsite Arrival) mobile app is being updated with features for foreign private vessels. Foreign private vessels will be able to complete online Cruising Permits and online Port of Call. Approval will be via ROAM. The planned September 2021 upgrade may require a reload of ROAM as it is a new version, but user data will not be impacted (per CBP).
SSCA Annapolis GAM. Bob Bitchen, Lats and Atts, Ed Tillett Waterway Guide, and Chris Parker (Marine Weather Center) are featured. SSCA Caribbean Roundtable includes a live CARIBBEAN SITUATION UPDATE: September 26, 3:30 PM Eastern. Our SSCA Cruising Hosts will be live from the Caribbean. This will also be streamed on the SSCA Youtube Channel. See SSCA YouTube Channel Playlist.
Support SSCA Use your discounts: Find SSCA PARTNERS AND SPONSORS. Your discounts are listed HERE.
7) 21ยท22 PANAMA POSSE EVENTS US SAILBOAT SHOW
Panama Posse Past current & future participants can meet up at the iconic Annapolis Sailboat show October 14-18 next to the US Naval Academy
We'll be at the Panama Posse booth be sure to come by BOOTH VB10
The United States Sailboat Show has over 320 exhibitors. From the newest yacht models on the market to the latest in navigational equipment, boating and cruising accessories, clothing, and gear. The Panama Posse will be on site to recruit and find you new friends for the 21-22 Season !
Cruisers University a premium cruising educational program on the east coast, will be back on schedule in the Fall of 2021. Meet the cruising industryโs experts, learn & expand your knowledge and hands-on skills.
Panama Posse will be on stage
Thursday, October 14, 2021 Session 08:15 - 10:00 AM >>
Cruisers University
And we have a session at the Cruisers University, be sure to tell your friends and cruising buddies interested in joining the Panama Posse !
https://www.annapolisboatshows.com/cruisers-university-2/ >>
8) SPECIAL KICK OFF EVENT
SAN DIEGO OCT 28AT CALIFORNIA YACHT MARINA - NEW LOCATION
PLEASE INVITE YOUR FRIENDS WITH BOATS >>
Not to be outdone the First Annual Panama Posse kick off event will take place CALIFORNIA YACHT CLUB @ THE PAVILLION
Our friends at Flor de Caรฑa are shipping 3 cases of their 7 year old rum to the event to make sure the sea stories for this season will be epic !
You can of course bring your own Beverages and share a cstories with fellow sailors !
https://flordecana.com/flordecana-7.html
FREE RUM MUSIC AND FUN !
This is the pre-season Latin kickoff event for all heading south towards Panama and to celebrate with and dance the night away with music and more !
RSVP NOW -->>
BEST SUNSETS IN SAN DIEGO PAARTYY
FOR THIS HISTORIC EVENT TO GET YOU ACCESS WRISTBAND ! Thursday Oct 28th is PANAMA POSSE PLAY NIGHT !
ALL CAPTAINS AND THEIR CREW ARE WELCOME TO FIND OUT AND MEET UP ABOUT THE PANAMA POSSE BEFORE HEADING SOUTH >>>
HOW TO GET TO THE PARTY
- VIA DINGHY: DOCK AT 32ยฐ 37.3216โฒ N 117ยฐ 06.0333โฒ W
- VIA UBER / LYFT: 640 Marina Pkwy, Chula Vista, CA 91910
- VIA CAR: Take 5 South and take the H Street Exit 8A โ then head West towards the bay on H Street Make a Left onto Marina Parkway FREE PARKING !!!
- VIA TROLLEY: Take the LINE to โH Street Trolley Stationโ on the Blue Line towards San Ysidro
9) READY FOR A SEASON FUN AND AWARDS ?
HERE ARE THE CATEGORIES
- BIGGEST FISH CAUGHT โ
- PICTURE OF THE YEAR โ
- PANAMA POSSE YODA OF THE YEAR โ
- SPEEDY AWARD โ SEVENSTAR AWARD โ
- THE CAPTAIN RON AWARD โ
- MOST UNWELCOME VISITOR ONBOARD โ
- HIGHEST WIND RECORDED โ
- SPIRIT OF EXPLORATION โ
- GALLEY GOD(ESS) โ
- GOOD SAMARITAN OF THE YEAR โ
for last seasons winners follow this link ->
Prizes are usually awarded with well aged Flor de Cana rum and free marina stays
Captain Ron Award
The Captain Ron Award: "if it's gonna happen it's gonna happen out there"
10) PANAMA POSSE KICKOFF & SEMINAR WEEK MEXICO
BARRA
๐ฒ๐ฝ Here are our dates and revised Seminar Schedule
December 2021 in Barra de Navidad, Mexico
Thursday December 2nd, 2021
@ 10:00 PANAMA POSSE INTRO AND OVERVIEW and Fleet Tracking
@ 13:00 ROUTE PLANNING & NAVIGATION
Friday December 3rd, 2021
@ 10:00 WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, MEDICAL AND SELF RESCUE
@ 13:00 COMMUNICATIONS, WEATHER, SAFETY
@ 17:30 PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF PARTY
Saturday December 4th, 2021
@ 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
Details here on how to win the chef award and POT LUCK EXPECTATIONS >>
Sunday December 5th, 2021
@ 09:00 Coral Reef Measuring - Adventure Scientists and University Guadalajara & Panama Posse collaboration
@ 13:00 PROVISIONING, WHAT TO SEE AND DO, RECAP, Q&A
Monday December 6th, 2021 RALLY & MISSION START
@ 08:00 CORAL REEF MEASURING SESSION START -
Adventure Scientists and University Guadalajara & Panama Posse collaboration
Meet and mingle in Barra de Navidad Mexico. The fleet will be in place to make sure that all the knowledge is passed on to the next generation.
11) MUST SEE'S ALONG THE PANAMA POSSE ROUTE
๐ฒ๐ฝ LA RUTA DEL CAFE
At the end of the 18th century, coffee came to Mexico from the Antilles, but was not exported in great quantities until the 1870s. During the 1980s, coffee became the countryโs most valuable export crop. Today Mexico is the largest source of U.S. coffee imports. The Highlands Once a coffee plant is mature, it will produce flowers; this normally happens shortly after heavy rainfall. And then, after the flowers, comes the cherries. Traditional coffee drying in the HIGHLANDS Selectively picked Only the ripe cherries are harvested and they are picked individually by hand. Pickers rotate among the trees every eight to ten days, choosing only the cherries which are at the peak of ripeness. It usually takes two to four years after planting for a coffee plant to produce coffee beans that are ripe enough to harvest.
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The plant eventually grows small white blossoms that drop and are replaced by green berries. These green berries will become a deep red color as they ripen. It takes about 9 months for the green cherries to reach their deepest red color. Because this kind of harvest is labor-intensive, and thus more costly, it is used primarily to harvest the finer arabica beans. Workers sorting and pulping coffee beans in Guatemala
The laborers who pick coffee by hand receive payment by the basketful. As of 2003, payment per basket is between US$1.00 to $10 with the overwhelming majority of the laborers receiving payment at the lower end. An experienced coffee picker can collect up to six or seven baskets a day. Depending on the grower, coffee pickers are sometimes specifically instructed to not pick green coffee berries since the seeds in the berries are not fully formed or mature. This discernment typically only occurs with growers who harvest for higher end/specialty coffee where the pickers are paid better for their labor. Lots including unripe coffee fruit are often used to produce cheaper mass consumer coffee beans, which are characterized by a displeasingly bitter/astringent flavor and a sharp odor. Red berries, with their higher aromatic oil and lower organic acid content, are more fragrant, smooth, and mellow. As such, coffee picking is one of the most important stages in coffee production.
The sun rises over the Chiapas mountains and the jungle around the Tacanรก volcano awake. The area of โโthe Soconusco heights was totally wild, unknown and without having been explored before by man. There are no pyramids or ruins of ancient civilizations. 1,151km away, the world was very different and contrasting. President Porfirio Dรญaz was in the National Palace of Mexico City working on major structural reforms for the country, with the aim of developing and innovating the countryโs economy. Dรญaz had a vision of a prosperous Mexico and was not satisfied with the way companies of that time performed. For this reason, he decided to invite entrepreneurs from then first world economies which he aspired for Mexico to advance. These invitations were sent mainly through embassies and churches, which were answered by Italians, French, English and Germans, to name a few.
Coffee production in Mexico is the worldโs 8th largest and is mainly concentrated to the south central to southern regions of the country. The coffee is mainly Arabica, and lately Robusta which grows particularly well in the coastal region of Soconusco, Chiapas, near the border of Guatemala.
At the end of the 18th century, coffee came to Mexico from the Antilles, but was not exported in great quantities until the 1870s. During the 1980s, coffee became the countryโs most valuable export crop. Today Mexico is the largest source of U.S. coffee imports.
Once a coffee plant is mature, it will produce flowers; this normally happens shortly after heavy rainfall. And then, after the flowers, comes the cherries.
Argovia is a partner and initiator of the Coffee route in Chiapas, with cabins, outdoor pool, Spa, Restaurant, bar, Event areas and tours.
To read more about the RUTA DEL CAFE and nearby area follow this link >>
12) STAY AT MARINA CHIAPASTO EXPERIENCE DE RUTA DEL CAFE
https://panamaposse.com/marina-chiapas
13 ) IMPORTANT HOUSE KEEPING ITEMS
PANAMA POSSE LINE CALLS ARE HELD ON
MONDAYS@ 16:00 UTC
IF YOU ARE SIGNED UP FOR THE 21ยท22 SEASON
please join the new PANAMA POSSE LINE GROUP *
if you have not seen or deleted the invite please email
us with your LINE USER INFORMATION including cell number
( * it's seasonal and for participants only get line from https://line.me)
14) Panama Posse Safety Alert
Please, please, please always hoist your dinghy up and lock it at night !
Always lock your dinghy โ especially if you go on shore.
Tie it to a sturdy pole or tree and remove any valuables.
Thieves are opportunists may swim out to cut your dinghyโs painter and
then use rocks on the beach to break off locks.
Please use a (pad) lock with a difficult point of attack and a heavy chain
or re-in-forced coated wire โ see a sample lock below.
15) PANAMA POSSE FACEBOOK GROUP 21-22
THANK YOU CINDY from Delta Swizzler the Facebook Group Admin
16) FREE ACCESS TO GOOD NAUTICAL
IF YOU ARE SIGNED UP FOR THE 21ยท22 PANAMA POSSE SEASON you are already assigned with your access credentials to the expanded
GOODNAUTICAL regions
We expect to launch a mobile offline (paid) version later this season.
Good progress being made .
17) PANAMA POSSE AREA OF OPERATION
55+ Marinas5,500 Nautical Miles16 Countries San Diego <-> Annapolis
PANAMA POSSE MARINAS
18) DOCUMENTS YOU WILL NEED THIS FALL
Valid Passports
- with at least 360 days left on the expiration date
Vessel Documentation
- matching the passports or if your vessel is registered as a corporation a certified letter of ownership / authorization to operate the vessel
Vessel Operator Certificate of Competence
- to operate the vessel - this is a formality but some countries authorities want to make sure that you have what it takes - you can get them from most states including this free one - testing is done online, or your ASA, US Sailing, RYA or equivalent
Third Party Liability Insurance for Marinas
- if you plan to stay at marinas you will need 3rd party liability insurance
Prescriptions
- if you have prescription drugs on board please be sure to have your valid prescriptions to match from your doctor
Pet Vaccination Records
โ all the docs you can muster plus more โ vaccination certificates โ 15 digit international chips under their skin โ rabies vaccination certificate . etc etc.
and most controversial of all ...
PROOF OF COVID VACCINATION
- this may not be mandatory (yet) but it will make your journey a whole lot easier and reduce quarantine costs, reduce testing requirements, and reduce frictions at borders (on both entry and exit )
19) SATELLITE CHARTS
With 56 GIG's of charts for participants thanks to Rob Murray to download them visit https://panamaposse.com/charts
- Once trained we will need volunteers to create chartlets for
- JAMAICA
- BELIZE
- TURKS AND CAICOS
- FLORIDA KEYS
- CUBA
- ROATAN
- MEXICO YUCATAN
- BAHAMAS
20)ย PANAMA POSSE MARINAS SPONSORS
๐บ๐ธ California Yacht Marina, San Diego, Chula Vista, USA
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Coral, Ensenada โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina de la Paz โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Puerto Escondido โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina y Club de Yates Isla Cortes โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina el Cid โ Mazatlan โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta โ Mexico Marina
๐ฒ๐ฝ PANAMA POSSE HQ โ Marina Puerto de La Navidad
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Ixtapa, Ixtapa โ Mexico Marina
๐ฒ๐ฝ La Marina Acapulco, Acapulco โ Mexico Marina
๐ฒ๐ฝ Vicenteโs Moorings, Acapulco โ Mexico Mooring
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Chiapas โ Mexico Marina Chiapas
๐ฌ๐น Marina Pez Vela โ Guatemala Marina Chiapas
๐ธ๐ป Marina Bahia del Sol โ El Salvador Marina Bahia del Sol
๐ธ๐ป La Palma Moorings โ Bahia del Sol, El Salvador Mooring
๐ณ๐ฎ Marina Puesta del Sol โ Nicaragua Marina Puesta del Sol
๐จ๐ท Marina Papagayo โ Costa Rica Marina Papagayo
๐จ๐ท Marina Pez Vela โ Costa Rica Marina Pez Vela
๐จ๐ท Marina Bahia Golfito โ Costa Rica Marina Bahia Golfito
๐จ๐ท Banana Bay Marina โ Costa Rica Banana Bay Marina
๐ช๐จ Marina Puerto Amistad, Ecuador 01
๐ต๐ฆ PANAMA POSSE PACIFIC HQ Vista Mar Marina โ Panama
๐ต๐ฆ Shelter Bay Marina โ Panama
๐ต๐ฆ IGY Red Frog Marina โ Panama
๐ต๐ฆ Bocas Marina โ Panama Bocas Marina
๐ต๐ฆ Linton Bay Marina โ Panama Linton Bay Marina
๐จ๐ด ClubNautico Cartagena โ Colombia
๐จ๐ด Club de Pesca Marina Cartagena โ Colombia
๐จ๐ด Marina Puerto Velero โ Colombia
๐จ๐ด IGY Marina Santa Marta โ Colombia
๐ฏ๐ฒ Royal Jamaica Yacht Club โ Jamaica
๐ฏ๐ฒ Errol Flynn Marina โ Jamaica
๐ฏ๐ฒ Montego Bay Yacht Club โJamaica
๐ฐ๐พ The Barcadere Marina โCayman Islands
๐ญ๐ณ Barefoot Cay Marina โ Roatan โ Honduras
๐ญ๐ณ Fantasy Island Marina โ Roatan โ Honduras
๐ญ๐ณ Jonesville Point Marina -Roatan โ Honduras
๐ฌ๐น Marina Nana Juana Resort & Boatyard โ Guatemala
๐ง๐ฟ Thunderbirds Marine โ Placencia โ Belize
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Makax โ Isla Mujeres โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina V&V โ Quintana Roo โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina El Cid โ Cancรบn โ Riviera Maya โ Mexico
๐จ๐บ Marina Marlin Nautica Cayo Largo โ Cuba
๐น๐จ South Bank Marina & Boatyard โ Turks and Caicos
๐ง๐ธ Romora Bay Resort and Marina โ Bahamas
๐ง๐ธ Elizabeth on the Bay Marina โ Bahamas
๐ง๐ธ Blue Marlin Cove Resort & Marina โ Bahamas
๐บ๐ธ Marathon Marina โ Marathon Keys, FL, USA
๐บ๐ธ Pier 66 Hotel & Marina โ Ft. Lauderdale, FL
๐บ๐ธ IGY Marina at Ortega Landing โ Jacksonville, FL
๐บ๐ธ Morningstar Marinas Golden Isles St. Simons Isl. โ Georgia
๐บ๐ธ Windmill Harbour Marina โ Hilton Head South Carolina
๐บ๐ธ Coffee Bluff Marina โ Savannah Georgia
๐บ๐ธ Hazzard Marine โ Gerogetown, North Carolina
๐บ๐ธ Holden Beach โ Town Dock, North Carolina
๐บ๐ธ Portside Marina โ Morehead City, North Carolina
๐บ๐ธ Tide Water Marina โ Portsmouth, VA
๐บ๐ธ Ocean Yacht Marinaโ Portsmouth, VA
๐บ๐ธ York River Yacht Haven โ Virginia , USA
๐บ๐ธ Yorktown Riverwalk Landing โ Virginia USA
21)ย PANAMA POSSE SPONSORS
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SHELTER ISLAND INFLATABLES
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PREDICT WIND
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SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT
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HOME DEPOT PRO MEXICO
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HERTZ RENTAL CARS MEXICO
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YACHT AGENTS GALAPAGOS
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FLOR DE CAรA
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CALIFORNIA YACHT MARINA
22) SHELTER ISLAND INFLATABLES, SAN DIEGO
We are happy to announce that also this year we will be partnering with SHELTER ISLAND INFLATABLES SAN DIEGO
Premier Luxury Tender & Outboard Motor Dealership
Shelter Island Inflatables is a full service dealership featuring authorized parts, sales, and service for Mercury, Suzuki Marine, Novurania, Inmar Inflatable Boats, Williams Jet Tenders, & Highfield.
Shelter Island Inflatables has moved its location to 2727 Shelter Island Dr. "Under the Brigantine restaurant"
Showroom: 619-222-1200 Service Yard: 619-269-5702
We are a full-service dealership for authorized parts, sales, and service for inflatable dinghies and tenders. We have an expert sales and service team specializing in outboard motors.
CONTACT
David@shelterislandinflatables.com
2727 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106
Shelter Island Inflatables
23) 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
Erick Gรกlvez
info@centenarioconsulting.com
www.centenarioconsulting.com
Cellphone +507 6676-1376
WhatsApp +507 6676-1376
Erick
24) GOOD NAUTICAL SPOT
PLAY VENAO PANAMAONLY FEW MILES FROM PUNTA MALA
In Benao getting the stuffing kicked out of us. Fourth day waiting for Papagayos, or whatever they're called here, to give us a break. Swells big, too. We were able to make a dinghy landing once and got diesel with the assistance of Alexis, the gardener at Villa Marina resort. 30 usd and it was about a 30 min drive both ways. Diesel was $2.88 so at the end of the day, cost us about $100 for 25 gal. Can be a rough anchorage, so time your weather. We did, but weather gribs lie. Hoping to get going for final approach to Panama City Sunday or Monday. S/V Myla
Venao arround the corner from Punta Mala
Can have southerly swell - so if you see a lot of surfers - buckle up - watch a group of rocks on the port side as you approach the entrance to the bay at 07ยฐ24.6033'N 080ยฐ12.885' W
25) STRATEGIC PARTNERS
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SEVEN SEAS CRUISING ASSOCIATION
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Vicenteโs Moorings โ Acapulco โ Mexico
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ONESAILS MEXICO - Puerto Vallarta - Mexico
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Park Avenue Villas โ San Juan del Sur โ Nicaragua
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Coconutz โ Playa Cocos โ Costa Rica
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Abernathy โ Chandlery โ Panama
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Advertising Partners โ Las Vegas
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Safe-Esteem.com โ Delaware
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Pacific Posse
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ยฉ 2021 Panama Posse / Good Nautical Inc
FLEET UPDATE 2021 09 19
"The sea does not reward those who are too anxious, too greedy or too impatient.
One should lie empty, open, choice less as a beach โ waiting for a gift from the sea.โ
- Anne Morrow Lindbergh
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021
PRE-SEASON PANAMA POSSE FLEET UPDATE
1) REGISTRATION FOR THE 21ยท22 SEASON NOW OPEN
To sign up for next season please follow this link >>
Prior registrants, SSCA members and early registrants
receive a special discount until October 1st email us now to sign up again !
159 VESSELS ARE ALREADY SIGNED UP >>
HOIST YOUR NEW BURGEE
Next season's burgees will be mailed out in October via USPS and they will also be available at the kick off events and seminars - please email us now to reserve yours we are only making 250 units and they are free with local USPS shipping in the US - please email us a picture to show us when you get yours !
2) CALLING ALL DIVERS TO STUDY MEXICAN REEFS !
Panama Posse has partnered with ADVENTURE SCIENTISTS AND UNIVERSITY OF GUADALAJARA TO CONDUCT MEXICAN CORAL REEF STUDIES
Teams of Panama Posse volunteer divers will survey up to 40 coral reef sites multiple times a year for several years. Mexicoโs Pacific Coast is harbor to some of the worldโs most bio-diverse coral reefs which are imperiled by ocean acidification, more frequent and powerful storms and damage from tourism.
Adventure Scientists is recruiting experienced Panama Posse participants to provide Universidad de Guadalajaraโs Dr. Paola Rodrรญguez-Troncoso and Dr. Amรญlcar Cupul Magaรฑa with critical data. Their project will provide hard data to support policy recommendations that can protect these unique reefs into the future.
Presentations and volunteer training will take place during Panama Posse's kick off week in Barra de Navidad Dec 2-6th.
This is part of the Panama Posse DO GOOD INITIATIVE
Adventure Scientists is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that equips partners with data collected from the outdoors that are crucial to addressing environmental and human health challenges.
Universidad de Guadalajara Dr. Paola Rodrรญguez Troncoso and Dr. Amรญlcar Cupul Magaรฑa are leading the study to understand how climate change and human pressure is impacting corals.
3) RESERVE YOUR SLIP IN BARRA NOW AND SAVE MONEY !
Kick off week in December at Marina Puerto de la Navidad will see the biggest concentration of the Panama Posse fleet and we have been given a special rate but only of you reserve early and sign up to be part of the Panama Posse.
Docking rates* for Panama Posse 2021/22 if registered by October 1, 2021 !
Daily $ 0.92 x ft x day +tax
Monthly $ 17.64 x ft x mo +tax
Please reserve your slip now* as part of the Panama Posse harbormaster@islaresort.com.mx
Ing. Secundino Alvarez V
Harbormaster
Marina Puerto de la Navidad
+52 314 337 9014
4) Panama Posse Headquarters
Considered among the 10 best private marinas in Latin America, Marina Puerto de la Navidad is located in Isla Navidad, an upscale, secure and private tourist development just across the quaint village of Barra de Navidad and 30 minutes north of the Manzanillo International Airport (ZLO).
THE PANAMA POSSE WAS BORN AT THIS POOL IN 2017 !!!
SPECIAL PANAMA POSSE RESORT RATE
STAY IN THE HOTEL for $ 109 x night [ Nov 30 - Dec 10 ] >>
โข 4 restaurants and 3 bars serving local, international and regional cuisine
โข Yoga classes on the beach during high season at no cost to marina residents
โข Swimming pools & Jacuzzi
โข Private beach with cabanas
โข Fitness Center
โข Locker room facility with showers and steam rooms in the golf course clubhouse
โข Spa services and treatments
โข Boutique gift shop open daily
โข Meeting & Banquet facilities
โข Water sport rentals
โข Business Center open 7 days a week
โข Wireless Internet in public areas
โข ATM & Currency Exchange
โข A 27 hole championship golf course on site (special green fee rates available for marina residents and complimentary transportation provided)
* subject availability
Here is SV RAVEN Tally's local guide to the town of Barra de Navidad >>
5) NEW: PANAMA POSSE FLEET TRACKING
32 Panama Posse Vessels are now tracking to add your vessel visit fleet
https://panamaposse.com/tracking
And to get started with your vessel tracking(voluntary)
1) Create a free predict wind account
or if you already have a free or pro account skip to ->>
2) Notify us to be added by using this page ( takes a week ) -->
6) 21ยท22 PANAMA POSSE EVENTS
Panama Posse Past current & future participants can meet up at the iconic Annapolis Sailboat show October 14-18next to the US Naval Academy
We'll be at the Panama Posse booth be sure to come by BOOTH VB10
38ยฐ 58.9728' N 076ยฐ 29.1983' W
The United States Sailboat Show has over 320 exhibitors. From the newest yacht models on the market to the latest in navigational equipment, boating and cruising accessories, clothing, and gear. The Panama Posse will be on site to recruit and find you new friends for the 21-22 Season !
Cruisers University a premium cruising educational program on the east coast, will be back on schedule in the Fall of 2021. Meet the cruising industryโs experts, learn & expand your knowledge and hands-on skills.
Panama Posse will be on stage
Thursday, October 14, 2021 Session 08:15 - 10:00 AM >>
And we have a session at the Cruisers University, be sure to tell your friends and cruising buddies interested in joining the Panama Posse !
https://www.annapolisboatshows.com/cruisers-university-2/ >>
7) SPECIAL KICK OFF EVENT SAN DIEGO OCT 28
Not to be outdone the First Annual Panama Posse kick off event will take place a the iconic Ullman Sails Loft in San Diego on October 28th !!!
Our friends at Flor de Caรฑa are shipping 3 cases of their 7 year old rum to the event to make sure the sea stories for this season will be epic !
FREE RUM MUSIC AND FUN !
https://panamaposse.com/panama-posse-21-22-ullman-sails-party
This is the pre-season Latin kickoff event for all heading south towards Panama and to celebrate with and dance the night away with Live music and more !
Liz, Dietmar, Chuck and Mike are plotting a hell of a party at Ullman Sails !
RSVP NOW -->> FOR THIS HISTORIC EVENTTO GET YOU ACCESS WRISTBAND ! Thursday Oct 28th is PANAMA POSSE PLAY NIGHT !
ALL CAPTAINS AND THEIR CREW ARE WELCOME TO FIND OUT AND MEET UP ABOUT THE PANAMA POSSE BEFORE HEADING SOUTH >>>
8) PANAMA POSSE KICKOFF & SEMINAR WEEK MEXICO
๐ฒ๐ฝ Here are our dates and revised Seminar Schedule
December 2021 in Barra de Navidad, Mexico
Thursday December 2nd, 2021
@ 10:00 PANAMA POSSE INTRO AND OVERVIEW and Fleet Tracking
@ 13:00 ROUTE PLANNING & NAVIGATION
Friday December 3rd, 2021
@ 10:00 WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, MEDICAL AND SELF RESCUE
@ 13:00 COMMUNICATIONS, WEATHER, SAFETY
@ 17:30 PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF PARTY
Saturday December 4th, 2021
@ 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
-> details here on how to win the chef award and
POT LUCK EXPECTATIONS->
Sunday December 5th, 2021
@ 09:00 Coral Reef Measuring - Adventure Scientists and University Guadalajara & Panama Posse collaboration
@ 13:00 PROVISIONING, WHAT TO SEE AND DO, RECAP, Q&A
Monday December 6th, 2021 RALLY & MISSION START
@ 09:00 CORAL REEF MEASURING SESSION START -
Adventure Scientists and University Guadalajara & Panama Posse collaboration
9) MUST SEE'S ALONG THE PANAMA POSSE ROUTE
Fort Jefferson โ Dry Tortugas FLORIDA
During that time U.S. Navy Commodore David Porter inspected the Dry Tortugas island as he was on the lookout for a site for a naval station that would help suppress piracy in the Caribbean.
While Commodore Porter thought the Dry Tortugas were unfit for a naval station. He commanded a number of U.S. naval ships, including the famous USS Constitution and saw service in the First Barbary War. Porter was later court martialed and resigned and then
In 1829, under recommendations from Commodore John Rodgers, the survey ship Florida stopped at the Dry Tortugas to evaluate the anchorage. Contrary to Commodore Porterโs experience, Josiah Tattnall was delighted with what he found. It consisted of 11 small keys and surrounding reefs and banks, over which the sea broke. There was an outer and an inner harbor which afforded a safe anchorage during all seasons and was large enough to let a large number of ships ride at anchor. The Dry Tortugas would constitute the advance post for a defense of the Gulf Coast.
Early on July 10, 1847, under the cover of darkness, seven freedom seekers named Jerry, Jack, John, George, Ephraim, Howard and Robert fled Garden Key. They took with them every vessel that could float, a brilliant move that greatly reduced the risk of being pursued and captured. Without being detected the seven men removed the schooners Union, Virginia, and b, and a small boat belonging to the Garden Key lighthouse keeper.
Enslaved African Americans were responsible for the most difficult tasks at Fort Jefferson. They labored ten hours a day, six days a week. Using little more than wheelbarrows they offloaded arriving ships. The 16 million bricks were used in the fortโs construction. Perhaps their most arduous task was collecting and transporting large quantities of coral rock from nearby islands. This coral material served as the main ingredient in forming coral concrete, a vital component in the fortโs construction. Several of the enslaved men were permitted to bring their wives with them. These women often served as cooks and laundresses.
The Great Escape >>>
Early on July 10, 1847, under the cover of darkness, seven freedom seekers named Jerry, Jack, John, George, Ephraim, Howard and Robert fled Garden Key. They took with them every vessel that could float, a brilliant move that greatly reduced the risk of being pursued and captured. Without being detected the seven men removed the schooners Union, Virginia, and b, and a small boat belonging to the Garden Key lighthouse keeper.
For more details, how to get there and nearby marinas visit >>
10) IMPORTANT HOUSE KEEPING ITEMS
PANAMA POSSE LINE CALLS ARE HELD ON
MONDAYS@ 16:00 UTC
IF YOU ARE SIGNED UP FOR THE 21ยท22 SEASON
please join the new PANAMA POSSE LINE GROUP
11) PANAMA POSSE
FACEBOOK GROUP 21-22
THANK YOU CINDY from Delta Swizzler the Facebook Group Admin
12) FREE ACCESS TO GOOD NAUTICAL
IF YOU ARE SIGNED UP FOR THE 21ยท22 PANAMA POSSE SEASON you are already assigned with your access credentials to the expanded GOODNAUTICAL regions
We expect to launch a mobile offline (paid) version later this season.
13) PANAMA POSSE AREA OF OPERATION
55+ Marinas 5,500 Nautical Miles
16 Countries San Diego <-> Annapolis
14) DOCUMENTS YOU WILL NEED THIS FALL
Valid Passports
- with at least 360 days left on the expiration date
Vessel Documentation
- matching the passports or if your vessel is registered as a corporation a certified letter of ownership / authorization to operate the vessel
Vessel Operator Certificate of Competence
- to operate the vessel - this is a formality but some countries authorities want to make sure that you have what it takes - you can get them from most states including this free one - testing is done online, or your ASA, US Sailing, RYA or equivalent
Third Party Liability Insurance for Marinas
- if you plan to stay at marinas you will need 3rd party liability insurance
Prescriptions
- if you have prescription drugs on board please be sure to have your valid prescriptions to match from your doctor
Pet Vaccination Records
โ all the docs you can muster plus more โ vaccination certificates โ 15 digit international chips under their skin โ rabies vaccination certificate . etc etc.
and most controversial of all ...
PROOF OF COVID VACCINATION
- this may not be mandatory (yet) but it will make your journey a whole lot easier and reduce quarantine costs, reduce testing requirements, and reduce frictions at borders(on both entry and exit )
15) NEXT WEEK SPECIAL PANAMA POSSE OPENCPN ZOOM SEMINAR SUNDAY SEPT 26
We will cover
- Why use satellite charts
- How to install satellite charts in OPENCPN
- How to make your very own sat charts
we already have 56 GIG's of charts for participantsthanks to Rob Murray to download them visit https://panamaposse.com/charts
- Once trained we will need volunteers to create chartlets for
JAMAICA
BELIZE
TURKS AND CAICOS
FLORIDA KEYS
CUBA
ROATAN
MEXICO YUCATAN
BAHAMAS
For a sobering article on chart accuracy please read this article below by Rob Murray from SY AVANT >>
16) UPDATE FROM THE SOUTH PACIFIC POSSE
Introducing Pacific Posse Marina Sponsor at the ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW
VUDA MARINA FIJI ๐ซ๐ฏ SPONSORS THE SOUTH PACIFIC POSSE
AMENITIES
Clearing In
Electricity 220V 16 / 32 AMP
Restaurant
Bar
Haul Out Services
Long Term Storage
Fuel
Water
Internet
Provisioning
General Store
Showers
Chandlery
Cottages
With pleasure we are happy to announce the Sponsorship of the Pacific Posse
This season the Pacific Posse will have: 20% discount on docks welcome national beer
and access to all facilities.
Regards
Adam Wade vuda marina
Skype i.d: vudamarina
Tel: +679 666 8214 +679 666 8215 info@vudamarina.com.fj
WEBSITE: https://www.vudamarina.com.fj/
BULA BULA
17) PANAMA POSSE SPONSORS
๐บ๐ธ California Yacht Marina, San Diego, Chula Vista, USA
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Coral, Ensenada โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina de la Paz โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Puerto Escondido โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina y Club de Yates Isla Cortes โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina el Cid โ Mazatlan โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta โ Mexico Marina
๐ฒ๐ฝ PANAMA POSSE HQ โ Marina Puerto de La Navidad
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Ixtapa, Ixtapa โ Mexico Marina
๐ฒ๐ฝ La Marina Acapulco, Acapulco โ Mexico Marina
๐ฒ๐ฝ Vicenteโs Moorings, Acapulco โ Mexico Mooring
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Chiapas โ Mexico Marina Chiapas
๐ฌ๐น Marina Pez Vela โ Guatemala Marina Chiapas
๐ธ๐ป Marina Bahia del Sol โ El Salvador Marina Bahia del Sol
๐ธ๐ป La Palma Moorings โ Bahia del Sol, El Salvador Mooring
๐ณ๐ฎ Marina Puesta del Sol โ Nicaragua Marina Puesta del Sol
๐จ๐ท Marina Papagayo โ Costa Rica Marina Papagayo
๐จ๐ท Marina Pez Vela โ Costa Rica Marina Pez Vela
๐จ๐ท Marina Bahia Golfito โ Costa Rica Marina Bahia Golfito
๐จ๐ท Banana Bay Marina โ Costa Rica Banana Bay Marina
๐ช๐จ Marina Puerto Amistad, Ecuador 01
๐ต๐ฆ PANAMA POSSE PACIFIC HQ Vista Mar Marina โ Panama
๐ต๐ฆ Shelter Bay Marina โ Panama
๐ต๐ฆ IGY Red Frog Marina โ Panama
๐ต๐ฆ Bocas Marina โ Panama
๐ต๐ฆ Linton Bay Marina โ Panama
๐จ๐ด ClubNautico Cartagena โ Colombia
๐จ๐ด Club de Pesca Marina Cartagena โ Colombia
๐จ๐ด Marina Puerto Velero โ Colombia
๐จ๐ด IGY Marina Santa Marta โ Colombia
๐ฏ๐ฒ Royal Jamaica Yacht Club โ Jamaica
๐ฏ๐ฒ Errol Flynn Marina โ Jamaica
๐ฏ๐ฒ Montego Bay Yacht Club โJamaica
๐ฐ๐พ The Barcadere Marina โCayman Islands
๐ญ๐ณ Barefoot Cay Marina โ Roatan โ Honduras
๐ญ๐ณ Fantasy Island Marina โ Roatan โ Honduras
๐ญ๐ณ Jonesville Point Marina -Roatan โ Honduras
๐ฌ๐น Marina Nana Juana Resort & Boatyard โ Guatemala
๐ง๐ฟ Thunderbirds Marine โ Placencia โ Belize
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Makax โ Isla Mujeres โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina V&V โ Quintana Roo โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina El Cid โ Cancรบn โ Riviera Maya โ Mexico
๐จ๐บ Marina Marlin Nautica Cayo Largo โ Cuba
๐น๐จ South Bank Marina & Boatyard โ Turks and Caicos
๐ง๐ธ Romora Bay Resort and Marina โ Bahamas
๐ง๐ธ Elizabeth on the Bay Marina โ Bahamas
๐ง๐ธ Blue Marlin Cove Resort & Marina โ Bahamas
๐บ๐ธ Marathon Marina โ Florida, USA
๐บ๐ธ Pier 66 Hotel & Marina โ Ft. Lauderdale, Forida, USA
๐บ๐ธ IGY Marina at Ortega Landing โ Jacksonville, Florida, USA
๐บ๐ธ Morningstar Marinas Golden Isles St. Simons Isl. โ Georgia, USA
๐บ๐ธ Windmill Harbour Marina โ Hilton Head South Carolina , USA
๐บ๐ธ Coffee Bluff Marina โ Savannah Georgia , USA
๐บ๐ธ Holden Beach โ Town Dock, North Carolina , USA
๐บ๐ธ Portside Marina โ Morehead City, North Carolina USA
๐บ๐ธ York River Yacht Haven โ Virginia , USA
๐บ๐ธ Yorktown Riverwalk Landing โ Virginia USA
18) MEET THE NEW MARINAS
Coffee Bluff Marina Savannah GA ๐บ๐ธ Sponsors the Panama Posse
31ยฐ 56.115โฒ N 081ยฐ 09.29โฒ W
York River Yacht Haven, Virginia ๐บ๐ธ Sponsors the Panama Posse
37ยฐ15.3266โฒ N 076ยฐ28.7666โฒ W
19) PANAMA POSSE SERVICE PROVIDERS
- ULLMAN SAILS SAN DIEGO
- PREDICT WIND
- SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT
- CABRALES BOATYARD
- ONESAILS MEXICO
- NAUTICED.ORG
- HOME DEPOT PRO MEXICO
- HERTZ RENTAL CARS MEXICO
- YACHT AGENTS GALAPAGOS
- MARรTIMA INTEROCEรNICA COSTA RICA
20) SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT
We are happy to announce that also this year we will be partnering with our sponsor @Sevenstar Yacht Transport.
Their team of professionals have 25 years of experience and can offer a complete service to transport your boat to and from our event.
More info on Sevenstarโขs services can be found on
https://www.sevenstar-yacht-transport.com/
21) The Panama Canal officially opened on Aug 15 1914
Turbulence in the Panama Canal can be caused by multiple prop wash, heavy rains, filling and emptying of the locks a.m..o. Quality Fenders, Vessel spacing, Line handlers, concentration, well maintained engines, steering, advisor communications and quick response times are in play for a successful transit.
PANAMA CANAL AGENTCENTENARIO 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
22) GOOD NAUTICAL DISCOVERY
Ollie's Point & Brake is a surf spot in Northern Costa Rica at with a historic background
This is the place where Oliver North delivered weapons to the Contras (Nicaraguan rebels) at an airstrip just inland from where this wave breaks. Ollieโs Point is also a famous right point break wave, good on bigger swells, a dropping tide and most wind conditions. Located in Santa Rosa National Park.
Bahia Potrero Grande's Anchorage is a large west facing bay on the south side of Punta Santa Elena. The bay is well protected from prevailing NE-SE wind but is open to the Pacific swell. This bay also lies within the Santa Rosa National Park and park rangers often stop by to collect park fees.
23) HERTZ RENTAL CARS MEXICO SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE >>
24) STRATEGIC PARTNERS
SEVEN SEAS CRUISING ASSOCIATION
Vicenteโs 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
Advertising Partners โ Las Vegas
Safe-Esteem.com โ Delaware
Flor de Caรฑa Rum
Pacific Posse
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FLEET UPDATE 2021-09-05
โOnly those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.โ
โ T. S. Eliot
SEPTEMBER PRE-SEASON PANAMA POSSE FLEET UPDATE 2021-09-05
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1) REGISTRATION FOR THE 21ยท22 SEASON NOW OPEN
To sign up for next season please follow this link >>
Prior registrants, SSCA members and early registrants
receive discount - email us to sign up again !
141 VESSELS ARE ALREADY SIGNED UP >>
2) NEW: PANAMA POSSE FLEET TRACKING
27 Panama Posse Vessels are tracking already-ย
3) 21ยท22 PANAMA POSSE EVENTS
Panama Posse Past current & future participants can meet up at the iconic Annapolis Sailboat show October 14-18next to the US Naval Academy
We'll be at the Panama Posse booth be sure to come by BOOTH VB10
38ยฐ 58.9728' N 076ยฐ 29.1983' W
The United States Sailboat Show has over 320 exhibitors. From the newest yacht models on the market to the latest in navigational equipment, boating and cruising accessories, clothing, and gear. The Panama Posse will be on site to recruit and find you new friends for the 21-22 Season !
Cruisers University a premium cruising educational program on the east coast, will be back on schedule in the Fall of 2021. Meet the cruising industryโs experts, learn & expand your knowledge and hands-on skills.
Panama Posse will be on stage
Thursday, October 14, 2021 Session 08:15 - 10:00 AM >>
And we have a session at the Cruisers University, be sure to tell your friends and cruising buddies interested in joining the Panama Posse !
https://www.annapolisboatshows.com/cruisers-university-2/ >>
4) SPECIAL KICK OFF EVENT SAN DIEGO OCT 28
PLEASE INVITE YOUR FRIENDS with yachts >>
Not to be outdone the First Annual Panama Posse kick off event will take place a the iconic Ullman Sails Loft in San Diego on October 28th !!!
Our friends at Flor de Caรฑa are shipping 3 cases of their 7 year old rum to the event to make sure the sea stories for this season will be epic !
FREE RUM MUSIC AND FUN !
https://panamaposse.com/panama-posse-21-22-ullman-sails-party
This is the pre-season Latin kickoff event for all heading south towards Panama and to celebrate with and dance the night away with Live music and more !
Liz, Dietmar, Chuck and Mike are plotting a hell of a party at Ullman Sails !
RSVP NOW -->> FOR THIS HISTORIC EVENTTO GET YOU ACCESS WRISTBAND ! Thursday Oct 28th is PANAMA POSSE PLAY NIGHT !
ALL CAPTAINS AND THEIR CREW ARE WELCOME TO FIND OUT AND MEET UP ABOUT THE PANAMA POSSE BEFORE HEADING SOUTH >>>
5) PANAMA POSSE KICKOFF & SEMINAR WEEK MEXICO
๐ฒ๐ฝ Here are our dates and revised Seminar Schedule
December 2021 in Barra de Navidad, Mexico
Thursday December 2nd, 2021
@ 10:00 PANAMA POSSE INTRO AND OVERVIEW and Fleet Tracking
@ 13:00 ROUTE PLANNING & NAVIGATION
Friday December 3rd, 2021
@ 10:00 WILDERNESS SURVIVAL, MEDICAL AND SELF RESCUE
@ 13:00 COMMUNICATIONS, WEATHER, SAFETY
@ 17:30 PANAMA POSSE KICK OFF PARTY
Saturday December 4th, 2021
@ 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
-> details here on how to win the chef award and
POT LUCK EXPECTATIONS->
Sunday December 5th, 2021
@ 10:00 Coral Reef Measuring - Adventure Scientists and University Guadalajara & Panama Posse collaboration
@ 13:00 PROVISIONING, WHAT TO SEE AND DO, RECAP, Q&A
Monday December 6th, 2021 RALLY & MISSION START
@ 09:00 CORAL REEF MEASURING SESSION START -
Adventure Scientists and University Guadalajara & Panama Posse collaboration
Barra de Navidad, Mexico the Panama Posse HEADQUARTERSBarra de Navidad, Mexico the Panama Posse HEADQUARTERS
6) Hurricane NORA created the seasonal road damage in Barra de Navidad Mexico
For the next couple of weeks, Roberto will be doing a "soup" kitchen, providing meals for at least 500 people daily at his restaurant. Plus food pantry (providing a bag of basic groceries)
He is still doing FREE Covid testing at his office and providing medications to treat Covid
All donations will help fund these services.
Canadian eTransfers can me made to drwooster@gmail.com
US dollar donations to Elkeโs PAYPAL account: elke.gazvoda@yahoo.com
Barra has been an excellent community to all of us and we hope that the cruisers will rally our support back to the community again.
Last year after tropical storm Hernรกn wreaked havoc, the Cruising community here in the marina was able to fundraise several thousand dollars to buy new mattresses for about 25 people, and provide food and other necessities.
Letโs shine our love on the Barra community and help those devastated by NORA
7) MUST SEE'S ALONG THE PANAMA POSSE ROUTE
Palenque also anciently known as Lakamha โBig Waterโ , was a Maya city state in southern Mexico that flourished in the 7th century. The Palenque ruins date from ca. 226 BC to ca. 799 AD. After its decline, it was overgrown by the jungle of cedar, mahogany, and sapodilla trees, but has since been excavated and restored with an onsite museum. It is located near the Usumacinta River in the Mexican state of Chiapas resides at 150 meters (490 ft) above sea level.
Palenque is a medium-sized site, smaller than Tikal but it contains some of the finest architecture, sculpture, roof comb and relief carvings that the Mayas produced.
For more details, how to get there and nearby marinas visit >>
IMPORTANT HOUSE KEEPING ITEMS
8) NEW LINE GROUP 21ยท22 SEASON
PANAMA POSSE LINE CALLS ARE HELD ON
MONDAYS@ 16:00 UTC
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9) PANAMA POSSE FACEBOOK GROUP
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10) FREE ACCESS TO GOOD NAUTICAL
IF YOU ARE SIGNED UP FOR THE 21ยท22 PANAMA POSSE SEASON you are already assigned with your access credentials to the expanded GOODNAUTICAL regions
We expect to launch a mobile offline (paid) version later this season.
11) PANAMA POSSE AREA OF OPERATION
50+ Marinas
5,500 Nautical Miles
16 Countries
San Diego <-> Annapolis
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12) DOCUMENTS YOU WILL NEED THIS FALL
Valid Passports
- with at least 360 days left on the expiration date
Vessel Documentation
- matching the passports or if your vessel is registered as a corporation a certified letter of ownership / authorization to operate the vessel
Vessel Operator Certificate of Competence
- to operate the vessel - this is a formality but some countries authorities want to make sure that you have what it takes - you can get them from most states including this free one - testing is done online, or your ASA, US Sailing, RYA or equivalent
Third Party Liability Insurance for Marinas
- if you plan to stay at marinas you will need 3rd party liability insurance
Prescriptions
- if you have prescription drugs on board please be sure to have your valid prescriptions to match from your doctor
Pet Vaccination Records
โ all the docs you can muster plus more โ vaccination certificates โ 15 digit international chips under their skin โ rabies vaccination certificate . etc etc.
and most controversial of all ...
PROOF OF COVID VACCINATION
- this may not be mandatory (yet) but it will make your journey a whole lot easier and reduce quarantine costs, reduce testing requirements, and reduce frictions at borders(on both entry and exit )
13) VESSEL CHECK LIST & GOOD TO HAVE
Here is an extensive but always incomplete lots things to have for this this trip:
https://panamaposse.com/requirements >>
GOOD TO HAVE USB GPS
< 30 USD on Aamazon -">GlobalSat BU-353-S4 USB GPS Receiver (Black)
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< 30 USD on Aamazon -">works with windows mac os and OPENCPN a backup gps for under $ 30
GOOD TO HAVE DINGHY LOCK PADLOCKS|
These padlocks are more difficult to break than traditional padlocks - they come in brass and steel
14) SPECIAL PANAMA POSSE OPEN CPN ZOOM SEMINAR SUNDAY SEPT 26
we'll cover
- Why use satellite charts
- How to install satellite charts in OPENCPN
- How to make your very own sat charts
- The above mentioned USB GPS unit works
For a sobering article on chart accuracy please read this article below by
Rob Murray from SY AVANT >>
Introducing Panama Posse Marina Sponsor at the ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW
SOUTH BANK MARINA in TURKS AND CAICOS
South Bank Marina and Boatyard (previously known as Caicos Marina and Shipyard) is please to announce the sponsorship of the PANAMA POSSE with a
15 % discount over slips and certain services.
Located on the south shore of Providenciales, the Caicos Bank offers a natural barrier to heavy wave action and storm surge. With an easy approach from offshore through charted shipping channels which offer greater depth than the surrounding banks. At 9โฒ full high tide, South Bank Marina and Boatyard offers the greatest depth entry on the south shore of the island.
South Bank Marina and Boatyard operates the only 75 ton Marine Travelift on Providenciales accommodating vessels with up to 25โ beam. Our Taylor 20,000lb marine forklift aides stepping masts and hauling twin engine vessels up to 35โ. A tractor provides the quickest haul and launch service available to our clients.
CONTACT
The Marina at South Bank,
Long Bay Highway, Long Bay Hills, TKCA 1ZZ,
Turks and Caicos Islands
TEL +1 (649) 946 5600
EMAIL marina@southbank.tc
15) PANAMA POSSE SPONSORS
๐บ๐ธ California Yacht Marina, San Diego, Chula Vista - USA
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Coral, Ensenada โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina de la Paz โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Puerto Escondido โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina y Club de Yates Isla Cortes โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina el Cid โ Mazatlan โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta โ Mexico Marina
๐ฒ๐ฝ PANAMA POSSE HQ โ Marina Puerto de La Navidad โ Barra de Navidad โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Ixtapa, Ixtapa โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ La Marina Acapulco, Acapulco โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Vicenteโs Moorings, Acapulco
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Chiapas โ Mexico
๐ฌ๐น Marina Pez Vela โ Guatemala
๐ธ๐ป Marina Bahia del Sol โ El Salvador
๐ธ๐ป La Palma Moorings โ Bahia del Sol, El Salvador
๐ณ๐ฎ Marina Puesta del Sol โ Nicaragua
๐จ๐ท Marina Papagayo โ Costa Rica
๐จ๐ท Marina Pez Vela โ Costa Rica
๐จ๐ท Marina Bahia Golfito โ Costa Rica
๐จ๐ท Banana Bay Marina โ Costa Rica
๐ช๐จ Marina Puerto Amistad, Ecuador
๐ต๐ฆ PANAMA POSSE PACIFIC HQ Vista Mar Marina โ Panama
๐ต๐ฆ Shelter Bay Marina โ Panama
๐ต๐ฆ IGY Red Frog Marina โ Panama
๐ต๐ฆ Bocas Marina โ Panama
๐ต๐ฆ Linton Bay Marina โ Panama
๐จ๐ด ClubNautico Cartagena โ Colombia
๐จ๐ด Club de Pesca Marina Cartagena โ Colombia
๐จ๐ด Marina Puerto Velero โ Colombia
๐จ๐ด IGY Marina Santa Marta โ Colombia
๐ฏ๐ฒ Royal Jamaica Yacht Club โ Jamaica
๐ฏ๐ฒ Errol Flynn Marina โ Jamaica
๐ฏ๐ฒ Montego Bay Yacht Club โJamaica
๐ฐ๐พ The Barcadere Marina โCayman Islands
๐ญ๐ณ Barefoot Cay Marina โ Roatan โ Honduras
๐ญ๐ณ Fantasy Island Marina โ Roatan โ Honduras
๐ญ๐ณ Jonesville Point Marina -Roatan โ Honduras
๐ฌ๐น Marina Nana Juana Resort & Boatyard โ Guatemala
๐ง๐ฟ Thunderbirds Marine โ Placencia โ Belize
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina Makax โ Isla Mujeres โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina V&V โ Quintana Roo โ Mexico
๐ฒ๐ฝ Marina El Cid โ Cancรบn โ Riviera Maya โ Mexico
๐จ๐บ Marina Marlin Nautica Cayo Largo โ Cuba
๐น๐จ South Bank Marina & Boatyard โ Turks and Caicos
๐ง๐ธ Elizabeth on the Bay Marina โ Bahamas
๐ง๐ธ Blue Marlin Cove Resort & Marina โ Bahamas
๐ง๐ธ Romora Bay Resort and Marina โ Bahamas
๐บ๐ธ Yorktown Riverwalk Landing โ Virginia, USA
๐บ๐ธ IGY Marina at Ortega Landing โ Jacksonville, Florida USA
๐บ๐ธ Pier 66 Hotel & Marina USA
๐บ๐ธ Windmill Harbour Marina โ Hilton Head South Carolina , USA
๐บ๐ธ Holden Beach โ Town Dock, North Carolina , USA
๐บ๐ธ Morningstar Marinas Golden Isles St. Simons Island USA
๐บ๐ธ Portside Marina โ Morehead City, North Carolina USA
๐บ๐ธ Marathon Marina, Florida, USA
16) MEET THE NEW MARINAS
Portside Marina
Morehead, NC, USA
Romora Bay Resort and Marina
Harbour Island, BAHAMAS
Windmill Harbour Marina
Hilton Head SC, USA
Holden BeachTown Dock
Holden Beach NC, USA
17) PANAMA POSSE SERVICE PROVIDERS
- ULLMAN SAILS SAN DIEGO
- PREDICT WIND
- SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT
- CABRALES BOATYARD
- ONESAILS MEXICO
- NAUTICED.ORG
- HOME DEPOT PRO MEXICO
- HERTZ RENTAL CARS MEXICO
- YACHT AGENTS GALAPAGOS
- MARรTIMA INTEROCEรNICA COSTA RICA
๐ช๐จ YACHT AGENTS GALAPAGOS
SEVENSTAR YACHT TRANSPORT
We are happy to announce that also this year we will be partnering with our sponsor @Sevenstar Yacht Transport.
Their team of professionals have 25 years of experience and can offer a complete service to transport your boat to and from our event.
More info on Sevenstarโขs services can be found on
https://www.sevenstar-yacht-transport.com/
18) OFFICIAL 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
Jerry cans here expertly handled by Chris of SV Respite in San Juan del Sur Nicaragua. They serve as a convenient alternative to take on fuel in remote locations - most dinghy's will fit between 6 and 10 of them.
19) STRATEGIC PARTNERS
SEVEN SEAS CRUISING ASSOCIATION
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Park Avenue Villas โ San Juan del Sur โ Nicaragua
Coconutz โ Playa Cocos โ Costa Rica
Abernathy โ Chandlery โ Panama
Advertising Partners โ Las Vegas
Safe-Esteem.com โ Delaware
Flor de Caรฑa Rum
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Sian Kaสผan Biosphere
In the Mayan language it means "Where the sky is born". This is the name of the Biosphere Reserve that is located in the south - east of the Yucatan Peninsula, which was declared by UNESCO in 1987 "Natural Heritage of Humanity". The Reserve occupies an area of โโ528 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.
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.
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.
The Sian Kaโan 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.
Biological species
Yucatรกn Black Howler Monkey
Yellow-Lored Amazon
Great Blue Heron
Geoffroyโs Spider Monkey
Crested Caracara
American Crocodile
Moreletโs Crocodile
Black Iguana
Spotted Paca
Central American Agouti
Tayra
Magnificent Frigatebird
Greater Grison
Jabiru
Ocelot
Margay
Ocellated Turkey
Wood Stork
White-Nosed Coati
White-Tailed Deer
Jaguar
Collared Peccary
Brown Pelican
Neotropic Cormorant
American Flamingo
Roseate Spoonbill
Kinkajou
Puma
LOCATION
Sian Ka'an VIA YACHT MAP
๐ SEVERE WEATHER
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