Another memorable day—the last stretch of the Intracoastal Waterway. Today’s leg would bring us to Portsmouth, right next to Norfolk, where the ICW officially begins at mile zero, marked by the iconic railroad bridge. But before we could enjoy that milestone, there were still a few hurdles ahead. One particularly tricky one—a bridge near our…
Pungo River To Coinjock
Sunday, 11 May, 2025With two of the three crossings behind us, today was the big one—the queen of the North Carolina crossings, Albemarle Sound. In fair conditions, it’s a peaceful, enjoyable open-water passage, stretching about three hours with plenty of room to breathe and take in the horizon. But in bad conditions? Uncomfortable at best, dangerous at worst….
Beaufort To Pungo River
Saturday, 10 May, 2025We knew this stretch of the journey would be special. The Outer Banks, with its wild beauty and deep-rooted family memories, had always been a place of adventure and nostalgia for us. But this time, instead of lazy beach days and ice cream runs, we were facing a challenge: three major crossings—The Neuse River, The…
St. Helena Island To Charleston
Tuesday, 29 April, 2025The anchor held steady through the night as if gripping the seabed like its life depended on it. The winds, once lively, softened after midnight, leaving the morning eerily quiet. Little did we know that the silence held a surprise. We had planned an early start, eager to take on the day’s challenges. But as…
Hilton Head To St. Helena Island
Monday, 28 April, 2025What a day aboard our little floating home! It all began with us being ready for the very first lock opening at 8am. We hailed the marina office on the VHF, and within minutes, they were ready for us to lock out. Timing couldn’t have been better—fortune smiled on us as the water levels outside…
Ossabaw Island To Hilton Head
Saturday, 26 April, 2025Ahh, what a glorious night at anchor! The river’s current may have been swift, but our trusty anchor held firm, keeping us steady and secure. Not a single crab pot snagged our swinging keel—proof that we had chosen our spot wisely. This anchorage wasn’t just a scenic masterpiece of remote beauty; it was also a…
St. Simons Island To Ossabaw Island
Friday, 25 April, 2025Are we just wanna-be sailors if we’re motoring so much? Or are we just cautious, thoughtful cruisers? Maybe the answer lies somewhere between wanting to be true sailors and simply enjoying the journey on our own terms. Today encapsulated the highs, the lows, and the endless choices that come with this life aboard. Last night,…
Amelia Island To St. Simons Island
Thursday, 24 April, 2025There are days when sailing feels like a game of precise calculations and a bit of good old-fashioned luck. Today was one of those days. The alarm went off before the sun had even begun to paint the sky, and we slipped out of our berth just as the first light touched the water. Timing…
We Are Back
Wednesday, 23 April, 2025There’s something magical about stepping onto the deck of your floating home after time away. It’s like the boat breathes with you, welcoming you back into the rhythm of life at sea. We spent the week around Easter back on land, wrapped in the warmth of family, catching up with friends, and embracing all the…
A Day In St. Augustine
Saturday, 12 April, 2025This morning began with the sort of task no one often talks about on sailing blogs—the pump-out. Romantic, right? There’s nothing quite like waiting for the pump-out boat to glide up like some bizarre aquatic garbage truck. And then comes the fun part: they hand you the suction hose (the delight is all yours), and…