HMR 2025 Encore Return Trip

Larry Brown

Conditions were wonderful. Sailed between a close reach and close haul the entire Gulf part of the trip. The crew worked quite well together. Laura made delicious meals. We saw beautiful sunsets and sunrises. We gained a stowaway bird for about 1/2 the trip as well. The cruise up the ship channel was eventful. Had to dodge multiple ships and barges. And one time had to turn around because a shrimper decided to come into the channel with his nets out while two container ships come by. All in all it was a fantastic trip.