MAY ON THE BAY ~ Collision at Night! (part 1)
June 03, 2024 by John Jordan Sailing and Sea Stories | Language: EN Play Time: 00:05:59 | SAILING YOUTUBERS
[01] May on the bay got off to a great start with a shakedown sail that proved Jonah to be in fine fettle.
[02] We get a couple of days fishing in and catch two halibut and some lingcod.
[03] Then a jaunt around the bay to visit Monterey and Moss Landing, before returning to Santa Cruz.
[04] Day 1 – Start of the season shakedown day sail
—–
[05] The season got off to a late start for Jonah, as her crew were detained too long by landlubber obligations.
[06] But all of that was quickly forgotten as the wind filled her sails and the waves splashed her bows.
[07] Oh yes, it is so very great to be back out at sea.
[08] Plans are hatched before we return to lay course bound for more distant shores.
Day 2 – Fishing!
—–
[09] Our second excursion upon the briny was to be for a day of fishing.
[10] The halibut are reportedly inshore now, and we’d be remiss if we didn’t endeavor to land the big one.
[11] Having arrived at the dock shortly after dawn, we were greeted by a magnificent clear sky.
[12] Watching the sunrise on the water as we motor out to the fishing grounds,
[13] sipping a cup of fresh brewed coffee.
[14] As they say, it doesn’t get any better than this.
[15] Today I’m accompanied by my daughter and her friend Emelia and we spend a marvelous day fishing near Capitola.
[16] We caught two good size halibut.
Day 3 – Santa Cruz to Monterey
—–
[17] Well, I arrived dockside at the good ship Jonah this morning to some troubling news.
[18] Apparently, and according to a note left by the offender, someone had collided with my vessel last night!
[19] upon reading this note, a somewhat frantic search ensued of her topsides for damage
[20] but I could find no evidence of such whatsoever. Not even a scuff mark.
[21] much relieved I decided to simply go about my day.
[] OK then. Time to get down to the serious business of “Velocity Made Good” under Jonah’s keel.
[] Monterey is not that far away, and Jonah is determined to sail the entire distance.
[] I acquiesce to her determination, and we press on canvas aplenty, at times, as usual, a little too much plenty.
[25] As is our wont.
[] We arrive in Monterey in good time and without issue.
[01] May on the bay got off to a great start with a shakedown sail that proved Jonah to be in fine fettle.
[02] We get a couple of days fishing in and catch two halibut and some lingcod.
[03] Then a jaunt around the bay to visit Monterey and Moss Landing, before returning to Santa Cruz.
[04] Day 1 - Start of the season shakedown day sail
-----
[05] The season got off to a late start for Jonah, as her crew were detained too long by landlubber obligations.
[06] But all of that was quickly forgotten as the wind filled her sails and the waves splashed her bows.
[07] Oh yes, it is so very great to be back out at sea.
[08] Plans are hatched before we return to lay course bound for more distant shores.
Day 2 - Fishing!
-----
[09] Our second excursion upon the briny was to be for a day of fishing.
[10] The halibut are reportedly inshore now, and we'd be remiss if we didn't endeavor to land the big one.
[11] Having arrived at the dock shortly after dawn, we were greeted by a magnificent clear sky.
[12] Watching the sunrise on the water as we motor out to the fishing grounds,
[13] sipping a cup of fresh brewed coffee.
[14] As they say, it doesn't get any better than this.
[15] Today I'm accompanied by my daughter and her friend Emelia and we spend a marvelous day fishing near Capitola.
[16] We caught two good size halibut.
Day 3 - Santa Cruz to Monterey
-----
[17] Well, I arrived dockside at the good ship Jonah this morning to some troubling news.
[18] Apparently, and according to a note left by the offender, someone had collided with my vessel last night!
[19] upon reading this note, a somewhat frantic search ensued of her topsides for damage
[20] but I could find no evidence of such whatsoever. Not even a scuff mark.
[21] much relieved I decided to simply go about my day.
[] OK then. Time to get down to the serious business of "Velocity Made Good" under Jonah's keel.
[] Monterey is not that far away, and Jonah is determined to sail the entire distance.
[] I acquiesce to her determination, and we press on canvas aplenty, at times, as usual, a little too much plenty.
[25] As is our wont.
[] We arrive in Monterey in good time and without issue.
MAY ON THE BAY ~ Collision at Night! (part 1) Locations
John Jordan Sailing and Sea Stories
Storied adventures in small sailboats on the ocean, and vlogging my own outings multi-day coastal cruising in a 19' sailboat (S/V "Jonah", a West Wight Potter 19). Please subscribe to my channel as we travel the California coast, or simply subscribe for the sea stories!
Channel Information:
- Joined: December 25, 2012
- Subscribers: 1,130
- Videos: 38
- Views: 170,998
- Latest Video: May 20, 2025
- US
- Language: en
Social Media Links:
Note of Recognition for John Jordan Sailing and Sea Stories
At WeBoating.com, we profoundly acknowledge the unwavering dedication that John Jordan Sailing and Sea Stories and other creators invests in crafting each and every video. Their passion for delivering exceptional content shines through every frame, and it's a labor of love that deserves your attention.
We invite you to watch their captivating videos and actively engage with their content, including their social media links above. Liking, commenting, and sharing their work goes a long way in fueling their creative fire.
We're also inviting you to explore any sponsorships and partnerships highlighted in the video description of "MAY ON THE BAY ~ Collision at Night! (part 1)", or directly on YouTube. By considering their offerings or purchasing services and items, you not only support John Jordan Sailing and Sea Stories but also the brands and collaborators they're associated with.
If you have any feedback, corrections, or additional information about John Jordan Sailing and Sea Stories or their videos, please use the comment form below to share your thoughts with us.
Thank you for being a part of our community and supporting the creators we cherish. Your time and support truly matter!
John Jordan Sailing and Sea Stories Lastest Videos
A Sailboat Dodger Constructed From Low-Cost Basic Materials ~ Overview
In essence, I took some 3/4" schedule 40 PVC pipe and bent it over from one of the cockpit handrails to the other. This formed the arc for the rear of the dodger. I measured the angle relative to the the handrail and designed a bracket to clamp the PVC pip...
A Unique Hand-Crafted Dodger
Unique low-cost design of dodger constructed from fiberglass with plywood core, PVC pipe frame, 3D-printed brackets, and hand-stitched canvas.
Avast Ye Sea Monsters!
This coast is starting to look familiar. But wait, what's this black sentinel? It's the Pigeon Point lighthouse, presumably undergoing some refurbishment. Motoring up past Laguna de las Francas. A sea monster attacked Jonah and stopped us dead in the water...
“MAY ON THE BAY ~ Invasion of the Barking Blobs
Experience an unforgettable sailing adventure with John Jordan as he journeys from Monterey to Moss Landing, encountering unique marine life and overcoming fog and navigation challenges. Dive into the detailed account of this remarkable voyage!
MAY ON THE BAY ~ Collision at Night! (part 1)
[01] May on the bay got off to a great start with a shakedown sail that proved Jonah to be in fine fettle. [02] We get a couple of days fishing in and catch two halibut and some lingcod. [03] Then a jaunt around the bay to visit Monterey and Moss Landi...