Made it Across
11 June 2011 | Bahia Algodones
I had a good crossing today. Actually got to sail about half the time. Winds were less than 15 knots apparent all day and seas were pretty flat—except for the middle where it was a little lumpy. Saw lots of flying fish, turtles, and dolphin. All in all a great day. About 12-1/2 hours and 70 nm.
The anchorage I had planned to spend the night at was pretty full with partying power boats, jet skis, etc. (pretty common for a nice accessible bay on the weekend in Mexico—I should have known.) I am all for a good party but after sitting there a while and watching more boats pull in and the jet skis churning up the water, I weighed anchor and moved to the other side. There are still jet skis here but not as many. You’d think they’d stop when it gets dark, but no, they don’t. Hopefully they won’t run into So Inclined (or anybody else).
I made a nice fish taco dinner out of some trigger fish Dave and I caught in San Juanico including some homemade tortillas (I did OK, I still need more practice). Had my celebratory rum and coke (and a shot of tequila) and hoping for a good night’s rest. Also thinking about friends like Pacifico and Sirocco starting their bash back today and wishing them a safe passage.