We anchored at Silva Bay this afternoon. Silva Bay is a sweet spot off the east side of Gabriola Island. After taking the dinghy to town, well not town, really just the marina and some services, we are back on Quijote safe and sound. Lucky we didn't stay off board for a beer. We are sipping beers while snug in the cockpit with winds increasing to 14 knots, and gusts thus far up to 19 knots!
Enroute today we had time to waste before slack at Gabriola Passage. We choose to drift gently, no motor, no sails, along Valdez Island 100 yards offshore where we watched and listened to nesting birds, soaring eagles, sleek seals. A special treat.
Motoring through Gabriola Passage at slack was a breeze.
After another long day, we all look forward to a long sleep. Tonight it will be to the sound of howling wind and hard rains cleansing the decks.
Sounds like a great few days so far! Take loads of photos, I'm jealous of all that wildlife spotting and sunset viewing!
ReplyDelete-Emily