0730-Study routine and coffee time are finished. Breakfast is next. Then I need to decide on my next move, since there is no wind as forecast on Zoleo.
Verse for the day from my study time: "Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you." (Psalms 9:10)
0815-Departed the anchorage. A slight breeze outside the anchorage, about 7-8 mph with small waves. Affected downwind steering but no real threat. Nevertheless, I was anxious to get to the next anchorage.
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| Underway - Leg 7 |
As it turned out I looked at three alternatives before I found something that would work in the strong breeze predicted from the south.
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| Attempted Alternate Anchorage - Declined Due To Shallow Depth |
1009-Anchored in an unnamed bay on the north end of Bell Island, about 7' of water with mud bottom. An Island blocks the anchorage somewhat to the NE, which is open in that direction. Leg 7 was 9.7 miles. Mountain Islands were bypassed due to forecast winds with mostly exposed anchorages.
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| Leg 7, Day 7 - 9.7 Miles |
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| Destination Anchorage - Island On Right |
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| Destination Detail |
I set up a sun shade and made sure all my batteries were being charged.
1130-Washed dishes. 77F/80F. Solar 93%. Listening to music. Breeze is settling in from S to SW.
(Tank# 3 is 6 gallons. Legs of 9.5 + 8.4 + 6.7 = 24.6 miles total so far. I expect 2-4 miles more.)
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| Looking NE From Anchorage - Geike Island In Background |
1600-Sat on the aft deck and listened to my audio book "Dragon Fire" by Ted Bell.
Prepared the grill to make grilled chicken, potatoes, salad, roll, and white wine for dinner.
Breeze is still up and temps are 83F/85F. But the wind through the cabin makes it feel cooler than it is.
1900-I downloaded video and pics from my camera, Mavic 2 Zoom, Osmo Action camera, and Pocket 2 (P2). Way more than I need but at least I have it.
Sister Susan said she got no Zoleo messages, which was alarming to hear! Hopefully other family are getting my "I'm Okay" satellite messages and tracking info. I sent a follow up to check. It is very important that those messages get through.
A T-storm passed with the normal wind gusts and heavy rain but it passed rather quickly. It cooled off dramatically. Much more comfortable temps. 75F/67F.
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| Looking N From Anchorage |
2200-Came in to get ready for bed. I watched for wildlife on the shores as long as I could see. After observing the moose last night I'm more careful about watching that last hour of daylight.
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