If there’s one thing that sailing adventures thus far have taught us, it’s that some places are simply destined to leave a mark on your heart. Isla Coronado, a hidden gem in the vast expanse of Mexico’s coastal beauty, is one such place that made not only our fifth wedding anniversary but also our 2023 […] More
Nestled along the shores of the enchanting Sea of Cortez in Baja California Sur, Mexico, lies Agua Verde. Far away from the bustling tourist hotspots, this charming coastal village welcomes intrepid travelers seeking an authentic Mexican experience in a serene and unspoiled setting. It’s a place where time seems to slow down, and worries dissipate […] More
Located off the eastern coast of the Baja California Peninsula in Mexico, Isla San Francisco is known for its untouched wilderness. The post Isla San Francisco appeared first on Sailing Avocet. Click here for full post: https://www.svavocet.com/2023/08/20/isla-san-francisco/ Instagram: @svavocet More
An unexpected stop, with unexpected misadventures VENTURA TO CAT HARBOR THIS WAS NOT THE PLAN – but at that point, what was? Accepting the unexpected had certainly made me a more patient person, and I wasn’t necessarily opposed to stopping at Catalina. On the contrary, I was excited to spend our last days in the […] More
I have never been more excited to see a rock in my entire life. It had been a hellacious night passage and tensions were high as the uncertain state of our engine loomed over us. As we approached the Morro Bay Harbor entrance Chris hesitantly turned the ignition key and let our Perkins purr, anxiously […] More
Horseshoe Bay makes for the perfect “welcome” or “departure” anchorage considering its proximity to the Golden Gate Bridge. We were a southbound boat at last! The post Horseshoe Cove, San Francisco Bay first appeared on Sailing Avocet. Click here for full post: https://www.svavocet.com/2022/12/28/horseshoe-cove-san-francisco-bay/ Instagram: @svavocet More
Poseidon poisoned me as punishment for being away. The curvature of our cockpit seats cradled me as I curled up in the fetal position, hugging my sides and praying for forgiveness. Despite my many pleas, sea sickness washed over me like waves crashing on the beach pushing me to rush to the stern where I […] More
Do’s and Don’ts While Hiking with Your Dog and Other Pets For those who love spending time in the great outdoors, there aren’t many things that can make that time better. Spending it with our loved ones definitely augments it, especially if they are fluffy and cuddly. Hiking with your Click here for full post: […] More
Best RV Boondocking Spot in Utah Amazing RV Boondocking Spot We searched all over the internet and finally found what we believe to be the best boondocking (dry camping) spot in Utah. Nestled among the amazing painted desert, our RV boondocking spot had the best view we have ever slept Click here for full post: […] More
Kanarra Falls Hiking to Kanarra Falls https://youtu.be/17TR2vMP8yg The video above will give you the entire trip, however if you want to read about the adventure, continue on… Plan and reserve early Well, we went to these amazing falls in October, which is usually after the main summer rush of Click here for full post: […] More
Spring Creek Canyon Hike Boondocking with Our RV In San Diego, We woke up at 2 Am and our RV was already packed and ready to go. We loaded, “Pepe, the Prius” on to our tow dolly and departed at 3 Am. Driving at night through Southern California really makes Click here for full post: […] More
Like so many places we’ve had the privilege to go to, Saint Helena is not a place many people have visited, or even know of. It’s incredibly remote, but a beautiful and unique place that we got to visit while sailing across the South Atlantic Ocean on our boat, Starry Click here for full post: […] More