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white sandy beach in the foreground that's covered with crystal clear turquoise water extending to the horizon of a bright blue sky with a couple of clouds and land in the far distance

Our Great Bahamas Adventure: Part 1

by Pinky
May 3, 2024May 3, 2024
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First of a series of posts summarizing Pinky & Charlie’s adventures in sailing & cruising around the Bahamas over the course of 3 months.

sunrise in a cloud-streaked sky over flat calm water, looking out from the bow of a sailboat with the headsail in view

Seasickness: How We Manage Through It

by Pinky
April 17, 2024April 17, 2024
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Seasickness is more common than anyone thinks, and we have found many ways to deal with it. Checkout our approaches and experiences.

as evening is setting in, photo from inside the sailboat cockpit looking starboard at pinky, appearing to be holding on for dear life while the wind whips wildly around her.

Shimmering Minnows

by Pinky
April 12, 2024April 12, 2024

Watch the beautiful shimmering minnows hanging out around Loka while on anchor near Spanish Wells.

a small blue building is in the center and is flanked by 2 hut like structures with no walls and lots of walkways. it's a restaurant that sits on the beach under clear bright blue skies with a few clouds

Great Harbour Cay, Berry Islands, Bahamas

by Pinky
April 4, 2024April 7, 2024
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Our first stop on our Bahamas 2024 adventure is Great Harbour Cay in the Berrys. We ate local food, explored golf club ruins, & enjoyed the views.

golden sun glows on the horizon over a dark blue body of water (the ocean) with white wisps of clouds in the sky

Sunset Over The Gulf Stream 16 Feb 2024

by Pinky
April 2, 2024April 5, 2024

In which we record the sunset as we exited the Gulf Stream on 16 Feb 2024 from Lake Worth FL towards West End Bahamas. Music by Nature’s Eye.

Looking down the port side of a sail boat, with a bow wave cresting off to the left as the boat moves through the blue ocean with a blue sky and white fluffy clouds

To the Bahamas: Our First Gulf Stream Crossing

by Pinky
March 1, 2024April 5, 2024
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Getting to the Bahamas requires crossing the gulf stream, which must be planned. Follow their journey across and into the Bahamas for the first time!

View of a protected Florida river basin surrounded by palm trees with sailboats anchored nearby, and a few houses peeking out from the trees. Blue skies with a few clouds above.

South Carolina to Florida: Our Southbound Journey Continues

by Pinky
February 19, 2024April 5, 2024
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We’ve traveled from South Carolina down to Lake Worth, Florida. Catch this summary of the journey including a 2-day ocean passage & time in Eau Gallie FL

The cockpit of Loka includes a chart plotter elevated to the right above the wheel. The sun is rising over the ocean, as seen through the strataglass enclosure. Charlie sits in the background bundled in his foulies as it's cold out

Beaufort NC to Charleston: Firsts on the Ocean

by Pinky
January 26, 2024April 5, 2024
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In which Charlie & Pinky make their first ocean passage including an overnight run from Beaufort NC to Charleston SC covering their longest journey yet.

a sailboat at anchor in a large creek with trees in the background, with blue skies and grey clouds above

Going South & Learning Lessons

by Pinky
December 5, 2023December 5, 2023
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Going south, the Loka crew learn lessons about planning, maintenance, and begin enjoying their cruising journey.

view of the chesapeake bay from a dock. sky is blue with fluffy white clouds afar. the water is a greenish brownish color, and is ripply. the bow sprit of loka extends into the photo from the right

July 2023 Update: What Are We Up To?

by Pinky
July 25, 2023July 25, 2023
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The crew is working on the boat & recuperating from the Great Downsize of 2023. They plan to finish critical repairs before taking short trips on The Bay.