~ SOLO CRUISING THE SACRAMENTO DELTA (part 5) ~ Foggy, seabird seclusion

February 28, 2024 by John Jordan Sailing and Sea Stories | Language: EN Play Time: 00:06:18 | SAILING YOUTUBERS

The conclusion to 9 days,and 77,810 boat lengths.

[57] Day 8 saw us getting underway before sunrise.

[58] After having been so utterly wiped out the yesterday, I expected to take a short trip to Treasure Island and rest up for the majority of the day.

[59] But the ebb tide was so strong that I arrived near Angel Island at only 9 AM, and feeling pretty good I decided to take a shot at laying The Gate and sailing down the coast all the way to HMB.

[60] a not insubstantial objective for little Jonah and I.

[61] After again fighting tide that turned and the inevitable headwinds, we crept out under the GGB, turned to port and headed down the coast.

[62] A great sense of relief descended, as the open ocean is much less mentally taxing. No tidal currents, no cargo ships, no close quarters with land or "aids to navigation".

[63] And now, a short 4-hour sail mostly downwind along the coast to anchor in HMB, that haven from the harrowing, that foggy, seabird seclusion, that millpond of a sailors rest.

[] Day 9; another day, and more decisions. The gasoline was getting low, there might be enough to get home, there might not.

[] I could wait for the gas station to open and get a late start, but a late start means a late finish for such a long leg as HMB to SC. On checking the weather I decided to risk it... there should be enough wind at the end of the day that I could sail all the way into harbor if necessary.

[] After two fried eggs on bread, we weighed, and headed out into fog as thick as i have ever seen it. even the fishing boats were going slow today.

[] part way down the coast, Jonah seemed to be dragging her keel. Not going as fast i pondered the phenom know as the "California current". Could it be that this was the reason for the slower speed?

[] Well I spun her right around 180 degrees and sure enough she went at least 1 knot faster! Oh, yes the California Current runs up the coast I thought (wrong!). Huh, that could impact fuel consumption!

[] Thankfully, the wind got up from “abaft the beam” and we motorsailed all the way to SC at a good rate of knots and with gasoline to spare.

[] I pulled the good little ship from the water and she’s at home in the driveway, in better condition than when she departed.

~ SOLO CRUISING THE SACRAMENTO DELTA (part 5) ~ Foggy, seabird seclusion Locations

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 "~ SOLO CRUISING THE SACRAMENTO DELTA (part 5) ~ Foggy, seabird seclusion", 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!