The photographs are some of the pictures we have of the preparation for,
and our maiden voyage north from Antigua to Bermuda in April 2005.
Just double click on the image and you will see it full size.
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The good Girl Guide. Hazel splicing a line in preparation for the trip. |
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Hazel in the galley stowing provisions. Fresh fruit and vegitables were hung in nets from the cabin roof to stay fresh - it worked. |
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The big moment arrives, departure from Antigua. |
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Food preparation was done in the cockpit and the high standards of the Oasis Bar & Grill were maintained throughout. |
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Making Banana Loaf, and the mix stayed in the bowl! |
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Bread Day! There is no better smell than that of hot bread coming up the companion way. Note Hazel is holding on as it was very rolly. |
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The end of another day heading north. The Tilley Hat was one of our best purchases, no matter how silly you look they keep the sun off and stay on. |
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The Noon Sight. Astro navigation kept me busy and we found Bermuda where we expected it to be! |
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Hazel at the helm in rising seas and cooler winds as the Latitude increaces to the North. |
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Fishing and happy en-route on a lovely day. We didn't catch anything - this time. |
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