We were happy to finally leave Vuda Point Marina; shore power, wifi, and running water are nice amenities, but it was very hot and the trees block the prevailing breeze. There is also the small issue of the scum ring that accumulates on the waterline and the crud that blocks up the strainers on the water intakes.

The sail out to Musket Cove was interesting; we started with 15 knots of breeze from the NW and then that died and was replaced by 20- 25 from the SE. It quickly shook out any cobwebs that we had regarding sailing and exacted a toll for not securing the hatches before we set out; our bed was soaked. We picked up a mooring at the Cove with the help of another cruiser who saw us coming in and knew we would need help. The mooring balls don't have a loop or tag line and they cannot be reached from the bow of the boat; with 20 knots of breeze it would have been a real challenge to secure a bridal without help. Two cold, frosty beers for the assist.

Yesterday Surprise got her waterline and hull cleaned. We have a "hookah" rig that is like scuba, but uses a compressor and hose instead of a tank. She looks much better today.

We'll head out soon to begin our tour of the Yasawa islands, a line of small islands along the NW side of the main island in Fiji. The photo is from the reef here at Musket Cove.