Sailing Sea of Cortez: Discovering the Magic of Agua Verde
A Journey Through Nature and Adventure Agua Verde, a hidden gem on the Sea of Cortez, welcomed us with breathtaking beauty and unforgettable moments. As we sailed into…
Author: Sheila Seick
Sea of Cortez: Battling the Roll in Bahia Ballandra
There’s something magical about leaving a harbor before dawn, the air is cool and the soft, muted colors of the sky blend seamlessly into the sea as we…
Exploring the Hidden Treasures of San Juanico Bay
There’s nothing quite like arriving at a tranquil destination just before dusk. Nestled along the rugged coastline of Baja California, the tranquil bay of San Juanico offers a…
San Domingo to San Juanico: Downwind Sailing Challenges and Joys
The journey from San Domingo to San Juanico was the epitome of perfect downwind sailing. Our day began early, at 5 a.m., before the first light of dawn….
Exploring Playa Santispac: A Journey Through Nature’s Serenity and Splendor
Nestled just off Mexico’s Highway 1, Playa Santispac offers an enchanting escape for travelers seeking the pristine beauty of Baja California along the coast of the Sea of…
Underway on the Sea of Cortez: Our First Overnight Crossing
The Stars are Aligned With a newly installed windlass motor and all our projects complete, we identified a favorable weather window to make the crossing to Baja. This…
Finding Joy in Our Circumstance
Our excitement for our first sailing voyage across the Sea of Cortez to Baja quickly turned to disappointment when an unexpected mechanical problem with our windlass forced us…
A Sailor’s Plans are Written in Sand at Low Tide
It is often said in the sailing community that a sailors plans are written in sand at low tide. This could not be more true as we make…
Shake Down on Liahona: Learning the boat
The Shakedown Cruise After a tireless whirlwind of preparations, Liahona was finally ready to set sail once more. Armed with checklists, we were determined not to overlook any…
Embarking on the Journey: From Land to Sea
Heading South As I sit down to reflect on the whirlwind of events that have led us to this moment, contemplating the enormity of our decision, I couldn’t…