With the weather in the 80s it was hard to believe we were sailing a "Frostbite" race. Winds were fluky, but it was better to be out on the water than doing anything else.
Century Club: Robin Witte
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Number of days:
1 day
First headed out into the river to watch the Bucctoberfest Race and then headed back into the creek to join the SMSA Cruisers at JT's Dock for some oysters, appetizers and great conversation with friends.
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Number of days:
1 day
Just decided to go kayaking on a beautiful fall afternoon. Ran into two laser sailors who also had the idea that being on the water was a great way to spend the afternoon.
Sunday, October 22, 2023
Number of days:
1 day
With our mainsail ripping the previous day during the Hooper Point/No-Point Race, we decided to hop on the sailboat the following day and motor out to see how the fleet was fairing and take some photos. The winds were 15-25 with some higher gusts so it was a lot of fun to watch. Check out the SMSA Facebook page to see the photos and video of the days sailing.
Saturday, October 21, 2023
Number of days:
1 day
Had a great start to the race, wind picked up as we crossed the bay and with under 2 miles to getting to the first mark of the course, jibed the boat and the mainsail ripped. Oh well...next year. We saw numerous gust between 25-32 kts.
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Number of days:
1 day
Had one of our families long time friends come and visit, so of course had to take him sailing. Got out into the river and of course...no wind, but it was a pleasant evening none the less.
Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Number of days:
1 day
Although the wind didn't cooperate, it was a beautiful day to just be outside and on the water. Great friendship, snacks & of course beverages with a lovely sunset. Saw several other SMSA sailors who had the same idea.
Saturday, October 7, 2023 to Sunday, October 8, 2023
Number of days:
2 days
Two days on the water on the RC boat. The breeze was up and several of our sailors went swimming with two boats needing to be towed in (one on it's side, and one very water logged boat trying not to sink) on Day 2. All sailors were uninjured, in some cases some boat repairs will be needed, but all in good spirits. Needless to say we were busy on RC.
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Number of days:
1 day
With Wednesday racing over for the season, took advantage of the georgous weather to kayak around the creeks in Solomons, MD
Sunday, October 1, 2023
Number of days:
1 day
Beautiful day for a sail. Out from Solomons towards the eastern shore, back into the Patuxent past Point Patience to Cuckold Creek and back to the dock.