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Cooking Sea Asparagus
Shout out to my very gourmet friend, Leigh, for the great recommendation and the photo! A true taste of the Pacific Northwest shoreline. There are certain treasures you stumble across…
What the Tide? A Practical Guide for Boaters
There’s something deeply humbling about watching the ocean breathe. The rise and fall of the tide—steady, timeless, and non-negotiable—should be top of mind for any boater. Whether you're anchoring for…
The Day a Jellyfish Tried to Kill My Generator
Anchored in the serene embrace of Cameleon Harbour, Sonora Island, I was enjoying a picture-perfect West Coast afternoon. Calm waters, towering trees, not a soul around—just the kind of tranquillity…
In Praise of Summer Reading
A love letter to summers past and the quiet power of books. There’s something about summer that begs for a book. Maybe it’s the longer days or the slower pace,…
Mitlenatch Island
Why is it called the “toilet bowl of the Discovery Islands?” Today I took my dinghy from Cortes Bay to Mitlenatch Island. Tucked between Vancouver Island and the mainland, Mitlenatch…
Summer Boating Bucket List
Summer is the perfect time to explore my Top 20 must-do activities for your summer boating bucket list and create unforgettable memories on the water. Whether you are an experienced…
How to Track My Summer Cruising Adventures
Where's Missy? If you’re wondering where I am this summer, there’s a good chance I’m somewhere between a glassy anchorage and a floating happy hour. But thanks to a little…
Bald Eagles Hunting Hake Fish
Sky Kings and Silver Fish: Watching Eagles Hunt Hake in Gillard Pass I have seen bald eagles do many impressive things—soaring, screeching, looking deeply symbolic on Royal Mint collectable coins—but…
Quirky Finds on Cortes Island
“Who Cooks for You?” and Other Quirky Finds on Cortes Island: Owls, Odd Radio, and a Free Store That Says “Steal Me” Ah, Cortes Island. Just when I thought I…
