Left Cojo Anchorage about 7:30 this morning. Winds had shifted to the southeast. Of course that's the way I'm going now. Very light though. Santa Barbara Channel is known as "windy alley" for it's strong NW winds that sweep between the Channel Islands and the mainland. But they're not here this morning. It's about 40 miles to Santa Barbara and it's a motoring trip. Didn't realize how many oil platforms were here. I think theres one every 4-5 miles.
The dolphins were everywhere today. It seems like they would hear the boat and I'd see a pod of 5 or 6 turn toward the boat and come in where they would ride the bow pressure wave for 5 to 10 minutes. Got some good video this time with the better light. Those guys are awesome swimmers. They came so often, I finally gave up going to the bow to watch, but it's such a blast to lay on the deck right above them.
Arrived Santa Barbara marina at 4:30pm. Big place with nice docks.
I'd gotten use the bargain that Oregon and Northern California marinas were. They were all $20-27 per night. Santa Barbara is back to the Seattle, San Juan Island price of $.90 foot or about $35 per nights. No free internet here, so may have to wait to the next marina in Oxnard to upload picts. Sorry.
Walked around town looking for a grocery store. Lots of folks on the street and lots of restarauts. Definetely warmer here, probably upper 60's this evening and shorts and a light shirt are in order. I'm liking it, although I know Seattle area is haveing a great run of weather.
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| First of many oil platforms in Santa Barbara Channel |
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| Santa Barbara Marina |
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| Santa Barbara-beach side |
Wow! Pretty awesome ride, since the last time I wrote. I got to see some dolphins too! They were at SeaWorld in Orlando. :P Spent the weekend with Theresa, Jamie and Brooklynn. We had a great time. Looking forward to your pictures that you're going to post. Haven't had a chance to talk to Tracey in the last week, but heard it's getting closer to the time when she leaves again and meets you at the boat. You guys will have a great time in the lower regions. Although some of what you've seen, I'd be wanting you to sail back north. Stay safe and looking forward to catching up soon with you again!! Love you Ed ~ Trisha
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pics babe! Nexus won't support the video, will get on other to view. Am very happy has the number of days dwindle until I hold you again. Be safe. Fair winds my love. XXOO
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