Tag: sailing joa
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From a Kitchen to a Catamaran

A significant decision had to be made: what material should our future boat be made of? Wood? Iron? Aluminum? Fiberglass?
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From “Turn Key” to Starting Fresh

When we embarked on our journey aboard our Mariner 35, we were fortunate enough to inherit a boat that was fully loaded, what many would call a “turn key” sailboat. She was equipped with everything – from an abundance of spare parts to a reliable engine, a trusty outboard motor paired with a dinghy, a…
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Boatyard life

Boatyard life is definitely very interesting. You are surrounded by so many dreams, hopes, disappointments, disasters and achievements all in the same place at the same time. It’s a place where emotions run high.With the scent of saltwater and the echo of tools, stories are told- stories of resilience, determination, and spirit of those who…