Coffin Bay to New Years Eve, Adelaide 12/31/2011
Because the seas were so flat and calm it allowed us a more restful sleep in a 2 hour watch pattern. As the sun rose we were nearing the mouth of the Coffin Bay, and Scarlett was close behind,  as they had been motoring all night! It was difficult to find the way into the bay as there were confusing navigation marks. I weaved ... More>
 
South Australia- Ceduna to Coffin Bay 12/13/2011
Merry Belated Christmas and Happy New Year to all! Due to our very busy social schedule I have not had the time to update the blog BUT I will be getting there this week!! Check out the front page and it will have a shortened up to date report! During the night at St Francis Island, the wind turned to the NE and made the bay very lumpy and ... More>
 
The Great Australian Bight 12/04/2011
We left the beautiful Arid Bay, Scarlett was still sleeping. We plan our passages to leave in the early hours before the wind gets up! In most cases this happens. Above: Anchored at Arid Bay The many islands and bays of the archepeligo of the Recherche are well worth exploring!  After yesterdays’ large seas, we decided to stay ... More>
 
Road Tripping! A different view. . . 12/01/2011
Whilst Opal Lady enjoyed our berth at the Hillarys Yacht Club, we offered to tour with friend and singer Graeme Connors and his fellow artist Melinda Schneider, on their Heartland Tour of the southern region of Western Australia. Alan drove the mini bus. Also on board was Graeme's wife, Lyn and Gary, Chris and Dave as support. It ... More>
 
Hillarys Yacht Club 10/16/2011
We have arrived at Hillarys Boat Harbour, just north of Perth and we are tied to the marina preparing to wash and polish the salt from the decks. Our last marina visit was May this year when we left Cairns! So it will be great to use marina water to wash instead of our home made water! The couple of weeks at the Abrolhus Islands was beautiful, ... More>
 

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