Katharine Smith

Wind 18-23 knots apparent from east. Close hauled sail in 3-6 ft waves. Averaging 7 knots and lovely sail with Bokensha and Novastar in follow. Others slowed down by reefing for Novastar and job away for Bokensha. We decided to continue at current speed of 7-8 knots since crossing the Gulf Stream. About 10 nm from the destination, had to slow down to avoid entering the marina at night. Sails away and motored in rough seas for 4 hours going back west in very uncomfortable conditions. Arrived in the morning daylight without issue with immigration waiting for us. A doctor interviewed us and immigration inspected the boat asking for a present after.

8-14 knots wind close hauled. 1-2 foot waves. Dolphin playing in the hull. We sailed with Naia (sailing vessel)and Gratitude (motor yacht) from the original anchorage. We did not know them but left at the same time and arrived about the same time. Beautiful sunny day with no clouds.

10-14 knot winds from south and 2-3 foot waves. Sunny conditions.

13-24 knots true wind and up to 29 knots apparent wind. 3-4 foot waves. 1 reef placed and motored the last 2 hours since the wind was coming from ahead.

17 knot winds and 2-3 ft waves. Motored to other side of Biscayne Key to prepare to leave for Key West. Winds are not in favorable direction today or yesterday.

13 knot winds in 1 ft waves. Motored with Bokensha to nearby anchorage where Everyday Saturday is anchored to hike the monument and enjoy the club.

9 knots of wind with 3 ft waves. Motored up wind with Bokensha. Arrived to visit with Anthem at the Chat n Chill.

10-14 knots wind and 4 ft waves. Had to traverse the deep ocean side due to high tide conditions at start. Sailed at close reach. Arrived and Bokensha crew was kite surfing.

4 knots wind and flat seas. Motored to protected anchorage for night. Windlass came off its bolts breaking and bendingas letting anchor out. Michael dinghy’d over to offer parts to fix. Cut out areas too large for windlass and bolts not deep enough. To address next morning. Bokensha to leave for Musha Cay in AM and will follow after fixing windlass.

4 knots wind and flat seas. Motored to Dunga Caves area to explore.