Archives
The solar charging system is working like a charm with spares to boot. Thank you so much to those who helped to contribute. I’ve ordered 16 SHOM (Service hydrographique et océanographique de la marine) paper charts of French Polynesia, printed on 02/06/2024 at $42US each on the credit card. They should arrive in a couple days. I mention this so you know how any near future donations will help Sampaguita and the expedition…. Read More
This is a bit of a feedback loop, but upon discovering their generous words, I raised their colors. Sampaguita sits at anchor in a windy and choppy La Paz anchorage. Her Mexican flag is showing the tatters of time, prone to flogging on the stays, part of being a small boat. The lowest flag is a Flicka flag displaying the filigree which helps define the breed. I appreciate PTSA’s consideration and support…. Read More
Thanks again to Monica and ‘Lectronic Latitude for another edition of The Resourceful Sailor. And a special thanks to Dave White, a Port Townsend legend in his own right. And Monica’s husband Jay for the added affirmation. Click the link: The Resourceful Sailor Asks, “Is It Varnish or Vanish?”
I put most all the money I had in the stock market before I started this voyage on Sampaguita. There is definitely some risk in that, but duh, I also signed up to sail a 20-foot boat across the ocean alone. You might say I’ve said, “frack it.” I diversified as much as I could. I’m not old enough to retire, but sailing and writing is the only thing that really interests… Read More
Thanks to DW for the considerate cruising kitty donation. We had some back and forth about a new jib for his Flicka and the best sail clew. I appreciate and respect him for it. Anytime. So, if you find any value to what you encounter on this site, whether informational, inspirational, or entertainment, please consider a donation. PayPal or Zelle: wheelersf@hotmail.com If you are averse to participating with those particular financial institutions,… Read More
If you find any value in this, whether informational, entertaining, or thought-provoking, (otherwise, why are you here?) please consider a small donation. PayPal: wheelersf@hotmail.com Sampaguita sits in slip L09 at Marina CostaBaja situated at the entrance of La Paz channel. It’s a nice marina. Nicer than we need, but under the circumstances, the only place we could get a reservation. I was in Bahia De Los Muertos trying to solve my solar… Read More
Here is some 80’s promotional literature from Pacific Seacraft for the Flicka 20. I received a folder of various Flicka 20 hard copy brochures and articles when I purchased Sampaguita, Hull #317 and this was included. In my reduction of paper storage, I have decided to preserve and share them digitally. All Copyrights are retained by the original owners.
Here is some 80’s promotional literature from Pacific Seacraft for the Flicka 20. I received a folder of various Flicka 20 hard copy brochures and articles when I purchased Sampaguita, Hull #317 and this was included. In my reduction of paper storage, I have decided to preserve and share them digitally. All Copyrights are retained by the original owners.
A classic AC/DC song on a local classic rock station with all classic English language songs, but all announcements and advertisements in Español. (Reminds me of WOUR, 96.9, The Rock of Central New York- sort of.)(A special thanks to Cris of Chile for teaching me how to make ñ on my phone. This way I can say Happy New Year instead of Happy New Ass.) Sampaguita has arrived in La Paz, Baja… Read More
sailingwithjosh
Sailing With Josh 