Palm Cove Marina, Jacksonville, FL 20091127
The trip down from St. Mary’s was uneventful, except for
some scary shallow water in the ICW channel.
On the way, I contemplated accomplishments and opportunities
to improve;
1) I have been very happy with my 25# Delta
anchor & 150’ of 3/8” chain. Easy to
set, holds like a death grip and easy to retrieve. Cat has become adept at handling the boat as I
haul in the heavy chain. We have found
that slow, consistent and thoughtful movements are best.
2) The
wind generator spins constantly, charging the second battery bank. It is relatively quiet and works well. I did not, however, create a way to get the
power from batteries 3&4 powered by the wind generator to batteries
1&2, used to start the engine and for house power. I have jury rigged something, but will do a
more permanent solution when possible.
3) The
composting head has worked well.
Manufactured under the “Nature’s Calling” brand, separates the solid and
liquid wastes. I empty the liquids
overboard every other day or so. The
solids are collected and with an external handle, are agitated after each use
and each morning and evening. No holding
tanks or pump outs. Very little
odor. Think of us each day “Stirring the
Stuff” as we proceed south.
4) The
Britta Filter Pitcher removes all traces of metallic taste from the tank water
supply. I cannot tell the difference
between bottled water and filtered water.
We use this for tea, oatmeal, washing dishes, etc. Works great.
5) Foul
weather jackets are used every day, all day.
With a fleece underneath, these keep the wind away and us warm and dry.
6) 5
mile wifi – This little piece of technical magic is great. Even in locations with poor wifi connections,
I can run the antenna up the flag halyard and pull in 15 or more networks. I get increased transfer speeds when surfing
the web.
7) Walter’s
Dodger and bimini are just superb. Well
made and good looking. The block the
wind and spray to keep us more comfortable.
Well done Walter.
8) More
to come…
Unusual definitions aboard “Angel”:
1) Hot Bath = take 2 washcloths to the head. Wet each with 2-3 pumps of fresh water and
squeeze to remove excess. Place
washcloths onto propane heater chimney and allow to warm. You must keep your wits about you. If you become distracted and overheat your
washcloths, when you apply them to body parts, it is as if you have those areas
steam cleaned.
2) Port
and Starboard = As with her hands and feet, Cat has a hard time with Port and
Starboard or Left or Right. She has
learned that Port is the “Red” side and Starboard is the “Green” Side of the
boat. We steer to red or green to adjust
coarse.
We will be heading out early to get to St.
Augustine for a long visit to see the city.
Jim & Cathy
Jacksonville Marina
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