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June 3, 2022July 22, 2022

Our First Tropical Depression

Two weeks ago, while we were catching up on neglected work and restocking Rua Hatu while anchored in Acapulco Bay, two tropical depressions were forming off the Pacific coast of southern Mexico. We scoured the charts for good bays that allowed for maximum wind and fetch (short, uncomfortable wind waves) protection.

May 27, 2022May 26, 2022

The Big Big City

Our friends dubbed it “The Amazing Race” Challenge: We had to get Rua Hatu on to a mooring then get both our luggage and all three pets to our rental car, and also leave the dinghy at the boat.

May 20, 2022September 3, 2023

The Little Big City

We find ourselves back in Acapulco just over a year after our first visit. With our recent crew members now safely back on land, Janine and I have been making minor repairs onboard, swimming in the warm, clear waters of the harbor, searching for fresh fruits and veggies in the market and preparing to hit the road on an overland adventure to Mexico City.

May 13, 2022May 13, 2022

Ebb and Flow: Dinoflagellates, Dolphins, and Swimming far from Shore

This is a guest post by Lyssa Brodsky. She and her husband, Forrest, stayed aboard Rua Hatu in April 2022.

It was an indescribably magical feeling to swim in the open ocean. More specifically, 10 miles from shore and 80 meters above the ocean floor. Though scary for some, I found it to be incredibly peaceful and I felt a oneness with the ocean that I’d never truly felt before.

May 6, 2022May 9, 2022

The Sailor’s Never-Ending To-Do List

Having guests aboard reminded us again how much the boat needs regular maintenance. Monthly, daily, weekly. If not performed in time, bigger problems may develop. However, having visitors makes us want to go explore new shores and swim, snorkel, and paddle around.