SOUTH PACIFIC POSSE WEATHER

TYPHOONย  WARNING CENTER

https://www.metoc.navy.mil/jtwc/jtwc.html

PANAMA – GALAPAGOS

Weather CHILE NORTH

Weather EASTER ISLAND – PICAIRN

Weather GALAPAGOS

Weather French Polynesia – Marquesas

French Polynesia – Tuamotus

French Polynesia – Society Islands

Cook Islands

SAMOAS

TONGA – FIJI

VANUATU – NEW CALEDONIA

NEW ZEALAND

AUSTRALIA

Hawaii

NOAA HIGH SEAS

Wester Pacific High Seas Forecast 120w/160e 00n/25s
https://www.weather.gov/hfo/HSFSPNWS – Honolulu radio fax home page: (this is the best source Iโ€™ve found)
https://www.weather.gov/marine/hawaiiSouth East Pacific Surface Charts: 20s/30n East of 145W
Surface Analysis – verified
00Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFA96.TIF
https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFA96.TIF06Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFA97.TIFhttps://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFA97.TIF12Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFA98.TIFhttps://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFA98.TIF
18Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFA99.TIFhttps://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFA99.TIF

Tropical Surface Forecast ITCZ

24hr 00Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFE79.TIF

https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFE79.TIF
24hr 12Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFE80.TIF

https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFE80.TIF
48hr 00Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFI81.TIFhttps://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFI81.TIF

48hr 12Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFI82.TIF

https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFI82.TIF
72hr 00Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFK83.TIF

https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFK83.TIF
72hr 12Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFK84.TIFhttps://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFK84.TIF

WIND WAVE FORECAST – Central Pacific 30s/30n 120w/130e

 

 

24hr 00Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PWFE82.TIF
24HR 12Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PWFE84.TIF
48HR 00Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PJFI89.TIF
48HR 12Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PJFI91.TIF
72HR 00Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PJFK89.TIF
72HR 12Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PJFK91.TIF

 

 

Central Pacific Surface Charts 30s/40n 120w/130e

24hr 00Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFE87.TIF
24hr 12Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFE88.TIF
48hr 00Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFI87.TIF
48hr 12Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFI88.TIF
72hr 00Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFK87.TIF
72hr 12Z – https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/PYFK88.TIF

 

 

Western pacific streamline analysis 120w/140e. 30n/30s

chart: https://www.weather.gov/images/hfo/graphics/stream.gif
https://www.weather.gov/images/hfo/graphics/stream.gif

 

 

Satelite photos Pacific Eastern Equatorial:

 

00Z – send http://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/evpz00.jpg
06Z – send https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/evpz06.jpg
12Z – send https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/evpz12.jpg
18Z – send https://tgftp.nws.noaa.gov/fax/evpz18.jpg

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FLEET UPDATE 2024-07-17

OCEAN POSSE | Fleet updates from the Americas, South Pacific and the Caribbean


FLEET UPDATE ย 2024-07-16 ย  ย  ย  ย  ย 

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is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our
people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable
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corner of the earth all one's lifetime.โ€ย 

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OCEANPOSSE in SUWARROW

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The
8th ย Ocean ย Posse Rally is a group of over 300 pleasure craft
which ย travel the coastal waters of Mexico and Central America
south to the Panama Canal, and east through the Caribbean and Gulf of
Mexico to California and the East Coast of the USA . In addition we are
establishing a route to and from Europe <-> ย Caribbean and
already have 60+ vessels underway in the South Pacific all the way to
New Zealand and Australia with a special focus on Fiji .

The
goal of the Ocean Posse is to support the seasonal movement of vessels
with up to date local information, per-established contacts and
relationships with local marinas and agents, weather reporting and
forecasting, and enable โ€˜buddy boatingโ€™ through introductions between
vessels.

The
Ocean Posse vessels do not travel in a single convoy, they are
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operates a 24/7 chatroom, hosts a weekly all-hands conference call, and
disseminates information via weekly emails and emergency bulletins.

In
the last seven years, over 1,600 vessels with approximately 4200 crew
have participated. The average size is 48 feet. Most vessels are well
equipped ocean going pleasure craft with depth sounders, GPS, Radar,
AIS, EPIRB and/or PLB beacons, VHF radios, safety equipment, Starlink /
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IN THE NORTHERN SEA OF CORTEZ ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ MEXICO

Pueerto Refugio

Puerto Refugio @ Isla รngel de la Guardia is
a small cove within the wide bay at the northern tip of Isla Angel de
la Guardia. Isla Granito, the 1km long skinny island lying at the
entrance to the bay, blocks some of the northerly swell but the
anchorage is still very rolly when a norther is blowing. The western
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Puerto Refugio
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We are Wolfgang Schulze & Paulina Troncoso.

Wolfgang began sailing when he was 12-13 years old. ย 
5
years later we met and I soon started to sail with him. ย We had
our first sailboat after we married: an old wooden 32 ft. On our second
boat, a Morgan 38ft, we sailed from Florida to Chilean Patagonia. and
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IGY MARINA ย SANTA MARTAย 

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Hello OCEAN POSSE;

ย Exciting
new Posse Perk hot off the press: Marina Santa Marta is excited to be
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We will offer participants a 35% discount on the rate that we normally handle.

Let us know if you would need additional information from us.

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Marina - Savannahย 
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20) ย SUBJECT TO A CATEGORY 5 HURRICANEย 
Hurricane Beryl (/หˆbษ›r.ษ™l/) was a deadly and destructive Category 5 Atlantic hurricane that impacted parts of the Caribbean, the Yucatรกn Peninsula, and the Gulf Coast of the United States in late June and early July 2024. It was the earliest-forming Category 5 hurricane on record and the second such storm in the month of July, the other being 2005's Hurricane Emily. Beryl was also the strongest hurricane to develop within the Main Development Region (MDR) of the Atlantic before the month of July. The second named storm, first hurricane, and first major hurricane[nb 1] of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, Beryl broke many meteorological records for the months of June and July, primarily for its unusual location, intensity, and longevity.

A close and upfront Video of one man's experience through Hurricane Beryl on his small yacht in Carriacou.

Skipper Jason was caught in Hurricane Beryl on July 1st while aboard his small sailing yacht, Inatosha,
in the Caribbean. He tried to take shelter on the island of Carriacou,
but the hurricane devastated the area. Thankfully, Jason made it through
the storm mostly unharmed, but Inatosha wasnโ€™t as lucky. The boat lost
its mast in winds over 100 knots and suffered significant hull damage.

Despite the damage, Jason managed to get Inatosha to
Grenada, about 40 nautical miles away. However, the boat urgently needs
repairs. Jason can do all the work himself, but the cost of materials
and replacement parts is overwhelming.

There is a GoFundMe page (primarily for friends and family to contribute) , but any contribution to help Jason restore Inatosha would
mean the world to us. Even the smallest amount will make a difference,
and we'll keep everyone updated on the progress.ย 

https://gofund.me/6815471c
Hurricane Beryl (/หˆbษ›r.ษ™l/) was a deadly and destructive Category 5 Atlantic hurricane that impacted parts of the Caribbean, the Yucatรกn Peninsula, and the Gulf Coast of the United States in late June and early July 2024. It was the earliest-forming Category 5 hurricane on record and the second such storm in the month of July, the other being 2005's Hurricane Emily. Beryl was also the strongest hurricane to develop within the Main Development Region (MDR) of the Atlantic before the month of July. The second named storm, first hurricane, and first major hurricane[nb 1] of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, Beryl broke many meteorological records for the months of June and July, primarily for its unusual location, intensity, and longevity.

Hurricane
Bery was a deadly and destructive Category 5 Atlantic hurricane that
impacted parts of the Caribbean, the Yucatรกn Peninsula, and the Gulf
Coast of the United States in late June and early July 2024. It was the
earliest-forming Category 5 hurricane on record and the second such
storm in the month of July, the other being 2005's Hurricane Emily.
Beryl was also the strongest hurricane to develop within the Main
Development Region (MDR) of the Atlantic before the month of July.ย 

21) PANAMA CANAL AGENT

CENTENARIO CONSULTINGย 
ERICK GALVEZ

To arrange for transit with the Panama Canal Authority please contact Eric

Galvez our dedicated Panama Canal agent and sponsor of the Ocean Posse.

Erick Gรกlvez

info@centenarioconsulting.com

www.centenarioconsulting.com

Cellphone +507 6676-1376

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el valle de anton

EL VALLE DE ANTON ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA

EL VALLE DE ANTON ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA

The isthmus we know of as Panama is said to have formed over millions of years with the collision of two tectonic plates in the deep ocean creating a chain of volcanoes that later emerged above the sea surface.ย  El Valle de Anton is a village in the crater of one such ancient volcano surrounded by mountains and clouds just north of Vista Mar Marina and Buenadventura Marina.ย  For many Panamanians that live and work in Panama City, El Valle is the 'country' where they visit their family, grow and harvest fruits and vegetables, and/or spend time on the weekends in nature.

el valle de anton
The community thrives in the crater of an ancient volcano.

The town is located in the flat wide caldera of the 6 km wide El Valle volcano that is inactive; there is evidence that it erupted as recently as about 300,000 years ago. Because of its elevation (600 m), it is cooler than the Panamanian lowlands.ย  This cooler climate is a welcome respite from the heat at lower elevations.

windswept trees
Windswept trees hi above El Valle de Anton with a view of the Pacific Ocean

Natural attractions near El Valle include the Chorro El Macho waterfall, Las Mozas waterfall, the โ€œsquareโ€ trees behind Hotel Campestre, and a group of small natural thermal pools. There are many developed hiking trails to walk on.ย  Birding is phenomenal.ย  The area around the town is also known for being one of the last habitats of the critically endangered Panamanian golden frog. Some of the forests around the town are protected areas.

panamanian golden frog
Critically endangered Panamanian golden frog
butterfly
Butterflies are abundant in El Valle in part due to the efforts of the Butterfly Research Station.

The valley is very fertile and produce grows in abundance.ย  There are many people living in and around El valle that sell fresh produce at an open air market in the center of town.ย  In July we found a very wide variety of fruits and vegetables.ย  Some I had never even seen before like this red spikey fruit sold on a branch or by the bushel.

rambutan
Mamon Chino or Rambutan is considered the national fruit of Panama
rambutan fruit
Inside the odd, soft spiney skin is a white, juicy fleshy fruit with a huge seed in the middle.

There are two museums in El Valle de Anton as well.ย  Both highlight the history, culture, biodiversity, and uniqueness of this special place in and of itself, and as it relates to Panama at large.ย  One museum is older, one is quite new; while both tell the same general story, they tell it in very different ways.

A visit to El Valle de Anton is well worth the trip.

by EDITOR

beneteau first 42S7

Beneteau First 42S7 FOR SALE

1996 Beneteau First 42s7

DESCRIPTION

After the success of the First 45F5 and First35F5, Bruce Farr looked to take things a step further in terms of quality, performance and comfort. The result, the Beneteau First 42s7, is a performance-oriented sailboat known for its blend of speed, comfort, and seaworthiness. The 42s7 is a fast sailboat, thanks to its Farr-designed hull and large sail area. It can easily handle a wide range of wind conditions and is known for its excellent upwind performance. This two cabin layout features a salon perfect for entertaining, with the galley that is out of the way, yet secure on passage. Nothing says pride of ownership like a pair of electric Lewmar 54ST, making sailing and getting the dinghy up a lot easier! Sail fast and in style in Alacran, this boat is dialed in for cruising with top quality gear! Load her with food and start your adventure! Stop dreaming, start sailing!

DETAILS

Visit this link for Alacrans details: https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/1996-beneteau-first-42s7-9197183/

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southern costa rica

Northbound: Along the Pacific Coast with SV Aeeshah

Northbound:

Along the Pacific Costa Rican Coast

with SV AEESHAH

southern costa rica
Southern Costa Rica

SVย AEESHAH entered Costa Rica from the south and checked in at Golfito, Costa Ricas southernmost port of entry.ย  While awaiting parts they explored the area by dinghy and by car.ย  Their photos and descriptions below capture their experience and the natural beauty in abundance in Costa Rica.

costa rican blues
Costa Rican blues

We wentย across to the peninsular opposite Banana Bayย had a look aroundย the bay with its amazingly, green, foliage, from the mangroves at the shoreline to the mammoth trees covering the hillsides.

costa rican greens
Costa Rican greens
banana bay sunset
Costa Rican purples and pinks

To break the week up and relieve the boredom: we again rented a car.ย 

The first destination:

Wilson Botanical Gardens

The Robert and Catherine Wilson Botanical Garden has a rich, internationally recognized collection of tropical plants from around the world. Over 1,000 genera in more than 200 plant families form the unique collection that is an integral part of the Las Cruces Research Station. There are hundreds of bromeliads and orchids; dozens of philodendrons and other aroids of all sizes; scores of heliconias; plus ferns, gingers, marantas, giant bamboo and close 500 species of palms well represented on the 12-hectare (30-acre) site.

The Wilson Botanical Garden is part of โ€œLa Amistad Biosphere Reserveโ€ that encompasses 472,000 hectares of park land and buffer zones centered in the southern Talamanca mountain range in Costa Ricaโ€™s South Pacific.โ€

Ferns
Not surprisingly all ahead was greens or every hue and shade as far as one could see.
Bamboo
Bamboo is part of the grass family.
Agouti
On our way we saw a few Agouti. They were hunting through the brush for berries and nuts to eat. Such cute animals, looking like a huge Guinea pig but with the legs of a short deer.
The gingers flowers were very impressive, with so many varieties and all under the huge, shade, trees which made for a lovely, walk.

To continue reading about this road trip inland or other adventures with SVย AEESHAHย visit: https://www.aeeshah.com/2024/06/golfito-area-wilson-botanical-gardens-piedras-blancas-national-park-where-are-you/

Want a photo tour instead?ย  Visit: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMJkD0xR29D02xiu5efL4CyJpGvLZbkdGiRHmTNx8-HDRcI-nHYPP9Iibrw1X6zHQ?key=V3VRRWpoaTJRUkpYVjQ5Zm1rcVoyR0hUNjVzTVNB

SVย AEESHAHย ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฒย Jen & John โ€“ Gulfstart Hirsh

THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR ADVENTURE!

 

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puerto refugio

Good Nautical: Puerto Refugio in the Northern Sea of Cortez, Mexico

Good Nautical: Puerto Refugio

in the Northern Sea of Cortez, Mexico

29ยฐ 32.3883' Nย  113ยฐ 33.5799' W

isla angel de la guardia
Isla Angel de la Guardia

Many say that in the Sea of Cortez you can be where the desert meets the sea.ย  This is truly the case in Puerto Refugio.

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Puerto Refugio has many lobes to explore on and off the water
puerto refugio
Where the desert meets the Sea
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Sunset in Puerto Refugio

Puerto Refugio is a small cove within the wide bay at the northern tip of Isla Angel de la Guarda. Isla Granito, the 1km long skinny island lying at the entrance to the bay, blocks some of the northerly swell but the anchorage is still very rolly when a norther is blowing. The western cove is very well protected from all other directions.ย  In the summer months this bay is a calm place to anchor and spend time exploring.ย  There is a sea lion rookery and a pelican rookery in different parts of the bay.ย  Many people will visit this bay as their last stop on the way to Puerto Penasco.

Anchorage

Rocks extend from the western point towards the boney finger of rock that juts out from the south side of the cove. Anchor in the northwest corner of the bay in 4.5m on a sandy bottom. The southern part of the bay is scattered with rocks and islets and a lookout on the bow is recommended if trying to enter this part of the cove. Dinghy ashore to the beach and be careful when landing if waves are breaking.

sea lion rookery
Visit this Islet to see sea lion rookery
puerto refugio
Expansive desert surrounded by the Sea.ย  3 sailboats anchored on the right with plenty of room to swing.

Photos taken in July and contributed by SV ARROWย and crew

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Send photos and description to Maurisa at editor@oceanposse.com
29ยฐ 32.3883' N 113ยฐ 33.5799' W

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MOSQUITO

SAFETY ALERT: RAINY SEASON IS DENGUE SEASON

MOSQUITO
Dengue fever is transmitted to humans through the bites of infected female mosquitoes.

About Dengue:

Mosquitoes Spread Dengue.ย  Dengue is caused by any one of four related viruses (dengue virus 1, 2, 3, and 4). The same type of mosquitoes can also spread chikungunya, Zika, and other viruses.ย  If a person is infected with different dengue viruses during their life, it increases the chance of severe disease.ย  Dengue viruses are spread to people through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. Mosquitoes come out to feed around sunrise and sunset, but people can be bitten by an infected mosquito at any time.ย  Aedes mosquitoes often like to rest in closets or other indoor locations near humans.ย  Aedes mosquitoes typically lay eggs in containers with standing water, like buckets, bowls, animal dishes, flowerpots, and vases.ย  During the rainy season mosquitoes have many many places to lay eggs and reproduce which is why Rainy season often sees a higher incidence of Dengue.ย  Presently, all members in locations experiencing the rainy season are wise to be aware and cautious.ย  Avoid mosquito bites by whatever means works for you.

Avoiding Dengue:

  • Wear repellent to reduce mosquito bites. Repellents with DEET or picaridin give the longest protection, but there are many less toxic and non toxic effective options available.
  • Mosquitos are most active in the morning and in the afternoon/early evening when the sun is on the horizon.ย  Be more vigilant during these hours.
  • Remove standing water where mosquitos may lay eggs, such as tires, buckets, planters, toys, pools, birdbaths, flowerpot saucers, or trash containers. Check indoors items that hold water, such as vases or flowerpot saucers.
  • Close windows and doors or install screens. Consider using an indoor insecticide if you have mosquitoes in your home.

Dengue Symptoms and Warning Signs

  • Infection with dengue virus can result in no symptoms, mild, or severe illness. Severe dengue can be life-threatening within a few hours and requires care at a hospital although this is very rare.
  • The most common symptom of dengue is fever with any of the following: nausea, vomiting, rash, aches, and pains (including muscle, joint, or bone pain or eye pain, typically behind the eyes).ย  There is no specific medicine to treat dengue virus infection.
  • About one in 20 people who get sick with dengue will develop severe dengue. Severe dengue can result in shock, internal bleeding, and even death.ย  If you have had dengue in the past, you are more likely to develop severe dengue when re-infected with a different serotype, though severe disease can also occur on the first infection.ย  Infants and pregnant women are at higher risk of developing severe dengue.
  • Watch for signs and symptoms of severe dengue. Warning signs usually begin in the 24-48 hours after your fever has gone away.ย  Immediately seek medical evaluation if you have any of the following symptoms:ย  belly pain or tenderness, vomiting (at least three times in 24 hours), bleeding from the nose or gums, vomiting blood, blood in your stool, or feeling tired, restless, or irritable. Do not delay seeking medical attention.

dengue symptoms in the body

FOR MORE INFORMATION SEE THIS LINK:ย 

https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/dengue-and-severe-dengue

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Wolfgand and Pauline from SV Bethania

MEET THE FLEET: SV BETHANIA Wolfgang & Paulina

chilean vessel crossing panama canal

SV Bethania coming through the Panama Canal flying their Chilean Flag

Wolfgand and Pauline from SV Bethania
Wolfgang and Pauline from SV Bethania

We are Wolfgang Schulze & Paulina Troncoso.

Wolfgang began sailing when he was 12-13 years old.ย  5 years later we met and I soon started to sail with him.ย  We had our first sailboat after we married: an old wooden 32 ft.ย  Our second boat was a Morgan 38ft sloop.ย  We sailed from Florida to Chilean Patagonia. We sailed 15 years along the Chilean coast.ย  Then we decided to sail out of Chile and started from Valparaiso to Galapagos, through de Canal, Cartagena de Indias, San Andres, Providencia, Roatan, Rio dulce, Riviera Maya Mexico, Guatemala, USA, Bahamas Turcs and Caicos, Dominican Republic and BVI.ย  We loved this boat and all the places we went.ย  Unfortunately our lovely boat sank in hurricane Irma in St Maarten on 2017.ย  We began our new adventure rebuilding a Irwin 54 ft monohull sloop for 18 months in St Peterburg, Florida.

We named this vessel Bethania.

Aboard Bethania, we recently crossed the Panama Canal with our friend, Marco.ย  We went out the the Perlas Archipelago to prepare for our ocean Crossing.ย  The journey from Isla Contadora to Hiva Oa, in the Marquesan islands of French Polynesia took us 32 days without any problems. We really enjoyed every day; every day was different. The wind , the sea, the sky were different. Not one of us wanted to get to the islands; we were so happy and relaxed.ย  We had sailed long before, but never such a long distance.

SV Bethania Crew

left to right: Marco, Pauline, & Wolfgang: Their Chilean flag signed and their Pacific Crossing Complete.

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