We have begun our Great American Loop. It has been more than a decade since Brian said “I’ve been reading about doing the Erie Canal by boat”. Since then, we…
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If one alarm is good, two is better!
Since this is such a new boat to us, on every trip I have been keenly aware of how the motor runs at different RPMs, and the sounds she makes…
Read MoreCamano 31 Brochure
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Read MoreFavorite Tools
Of course I’m a tool junkie, I’m a guy, I have purchased more tools for my home wood shop than I’d like to admit. There is a personal thrill in…
Read MoreBBQing
We love our Camano but could use some extra "counter space" in the cockpit. Brian made a shelf that slides onto the steps. Very handy. Oh, and shout out to…
Read MoreChair upgrades
I do like my stuff, and I like it within reach. These chairs from West Marine are so light and comfortable, the only thing to make them better is this…
Read MorePantry
Storage is always an issue on a boat. We knew from the 27' sailboat that a hanging locker wasn't as useful for us as a pantry. So Brian made shelves…
Read MoreUSCG License
As I read blogs and comments on social media I often see folks list their captains license as a marker for their experience. I usually give only passing thought to…
Read MoreAbout the Boat
In looking for a boat that would take us on a 6,500 mile journey around the East Coast and Canada, we had the premise of "getting the smallest boat you…
Read MoreCaribbean back in the day
Here’s Brian and Cecilia, first mate and cook on Snowgoose, a 50 ft Gulfstar Ketch, we sailed as a team for two years. Anegada afternoon Spinnaker flying with friends, off…
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