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Exit Strategy Delivery Wauquiez PS40 Adventure along the West Coast of North America

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35 days. Over 2500 nautical miles. 3 fellows (including a switch at San Francisco). Mostly wind on the nose through the ...
24/06/2023

35 days. Over 2500 nautical miles. 3 fellows (including a switch at San Francisco). Mostly wind on the nose through the journey. Recalibrating the boat's onboard systems while underway. An adventure that carried its share of trials and triumphs - to safely deliver from Puerto Vallarta the Wauquiez PS40, Exit Strategy, to her owners in Victoria.

This was a voyage of discovery - of the planet's greatest blue waters and the life held within.

Exit Strategy will now go on to a fine life in the Pacific Northwest.

After clearing customs at the Inner Harbour, we fueled up and made our way to Exit Strategy's new home. At 8:05 PM she s...
24/06/2023

After clearing customs at the Inner Harbour, we fueled up and made our way to Exit Strategy's new home. At 8:05 PM she settled into her berth at Canoe Cove.

It's been a fascinating delivery and we were glad to receive all your comments as the journey progressed.

This is the Exit Strategy Delivery crew signing off: Hermann Brinkschulte, Ed Watson, William (Scuppers/Billy) Norrie, and Vern Burkhardt.

Cleared
23/06/2023

Cleared

23/06/2023

Arrrhh - she's a fine sight.

23/06/2023

Landed

23/06/2023

Arrival. 1 boat ahead of us awaiting clearance.

Standing by at the Customs dock - the elegant Pacific Grace.
23/06/2023

Standing by at the Customs dock - the elegant Pacific Grace.

We're in Race Passage now. Been out of comms last several hours as I’ve been polishing the ss stanchion bases etc. only ...
23/06/2023

We're in Race Passage now. Been out of comms last several hours as I’ve been polishing the ss stanchion bases etc. only one chance to make a good first impression.

Still in fog.

Vern

On the Canadian side now.
23/06/2023

On the Canadian side now.

Good morning! It’s wonderful.Skill testing questions: Why do we turn off the water pressure system every time we use wat...
23/06/2023

Good morning! It’s wonderful.

Skill testing questions: Why do we turn off the water pressure system every time we use water?

Why do we turn on the red light on our headlamp every time we go forward from the cockpit?

Why do we always wear our PFD when above deck even in calm seas?

When approaching the mouth to the Strait of Juan de Fuca why do we contact Prince Rupert Traffic? And who are they and their role? And Seattle Traffic for bonus points.

What is a steaming light?

What are the Collision regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea and do they apply to sailboats?

What are the key attributes of crew in an offshore passage?

Why do people go to sea in a small craft like a sailboat?

How do you prepare meals and wash the dishes in a boat that is heeled over and bouncing about due to wind wave action?

What are the two most likely circumstances that will cause crew to need to abandon shop?

What are some of the approaches to dealing with gale or storm force winds?

Why do we head offshore rather than being comfortable at home?

What does it feel like to be bone tired to the point of fatigue like you have never experienced?

Should you be concerned when sailing in fog?

What attributes make for a great helmsperson?

What happens when you are so tired you fall asleep while driving the boat in a standing position?

Vern

PS: Fog is as thick as I’ve ever seen. Needing to keep a close watch.

23/06/2023

So much energy. A fine raconteur.

Progress through the night. At 532 AM we were into the Strait of Juan de Fuca. At 700 there was no wind little wind as i...
23/06/2023

Progress through the night. At 532 AM we were into the Strait of Juan de Fuca. At 700 there was no wind little wind as in 3 knots so charging the batteries which was definitely needed.

Scuppers’ enthusiasm and appreciation of being at sea, seeing wildlife, good meals, great sailing, telling interesting stories, and reflecting on his past medical work never ends. It is infectious. He is thrilled to be back seeing Canadian land despite the fact we are currently proceeding parallel with but outside the inbound shipping lane.

Vern

8:41 PMDinner was Cheese enchilada and rice, with can of beer. Now doing the dishes then a sleep. Vern
23/06/2023

8:41 PM

Dinner was Cheese enchilada and rice, with can of beer. Now doing the dishes then a sleep. Vern

2023-06-22 at 7.07.03 PM
23/06/2023

2023-06-22 at 7.07.03 PM

Which colour of grey do you prefer?Sailed through the night. Slow progress beating plus a bit of negative current.Vern
22/06/2023

Which colour of grey do you prefer?

Sailed through the night. Slow progress beating plus a bit of negative current.
Vern

2023-06-22 at 12.19.41 PM
22/06/2023

2023-06-22 at 12.19.41 PM

Sailed through the night but rather slow going beating to windward against a negative current.Wind is easing so may need...
22/06/2023

Sailed through the night but rather slow going beating to windward against a negative current.

Wind is easing so may need to run engine soon.

Many offshore deliveries in our region begin with "and Vern is putting a crew together..." The fortunate folks who take ...
22/06/2023

Many offshore deliveries in our region begin with "and Vern is putting a crew together..." The fortunate folks who take up the opportunity will discover much about Vern.

He began sailboat racing in 1975. He has raced in many local races including Swiftsure International Yacht Race, Pacific NW (previously Oregon) Offshore Race, Southern Straits, Round the County, Van Isle 360, Patos Island, and long distance and round the buoy races at Royal Victoria Yacht Club. He raced in the Marblehead (Boston to Halifax) in 2015. Vern has participated in thirteen Vic Maui races and skippered fourteen deliveries of boats from Hawaii. The first was in 1992 and the most recent was SV Phoenix in 2022. In 2018 he delivered a Beneteau 49 from Halifax to New York City, and thence from the British Virgin Islands through the Panama Canal, to Galapagos Islands, Marquesas, Hawaii, and on to Victoria. In 2019 he skippered SV Lexicon, a Gorbon 53, from St Petersberg Florida to Colón Panama. In 2020 he skippered the delivery of SV One Fine Day, an Island Packet 44, from Hawaii to Victoria. He has also delivered boats up and down the North American coast including to Mexico and San Diego, and from San Diego to Anacortes Washington and to Victoria and Vancouver BC (e.g.; Farr 60, Beneteau 50, Beneteau 40.7, Scandi 52, Freedom 45). The most recent was the delivery of SV Arietta, an XP44, from Los Angeles to Vancouver BC in December 2022. He has sailed over 100k nautical miles.

Vern was the Chair of the Swiftsure International Yacht race 2011 through 2018.

His first sailboat was JJ Flash, a C&C 27, followed by Sea Bee II which was a C&C 38. He currently owns a Silverton 35, a power boat, but spends more time sailing than using the power boat.

9:14 PM Just went to #2 reef from 3 and pointing higher and steadier/will sail until wind abates as predicted.
22/06/2023

9:14 PM Just went to #2 reef from 3 and pointing higher and steadier/will sail until wind abates as predicted.

Under sail. Taken at 839 pm. Just got a boot full of water adjusting sheet lead. Scupper driving. Hermann
22/06/2023

Under sail. Taken at 839 pm. Just got a boot full of water adjusting sheet lead. Scupper driving.

Hermann

Ship’s Log June 21 Northern Summer Solstice 110 nm to Cape Flattery at noonCOG 360SOG 6.6 KUnder motor in 4-8 Kt Norther...
22/06/2023

Ship’s Log June 21 Northern Summer Solstice

110 nm to Cape Flattery at noon
COG 360
SOG 6.6 K

Under motor in 4-8 Kt Northerly breeze ( ie directly on the nose)

All is well with plenty of fuel and the Barn is in sight!

Daylight was evident at 03:15 this special morning at watch change, clear and flat calm with breeze building slowly through the afternoon as predicted. So we are forgoing another night and day and night of tacking back and forth North, for the Iron Genoa plowing straight at-Em! And giving us an expected PM arrival tomorrow to Victoria! it’s been a great month but ENOUGH!

“BASTA !!!“ in Español; our women are waiting ! (AND we for them !!!)

Last time I was here in Pixie 3 years ago with no engine. I drifted for three days on the Swiftsure Bank awaiting any breeze, good fun but not this year with Exit Strategy powering along.

So far so good …
Respectfully Yours
Scuppers

We're now in Washington. One more night at sea.
21/06/2023

We're now in Washington. One more night at sea.

We're abreast of the Columbia River bar at noon, still no wind so motoring.
21/06/2023

We're abreast of the Columbia River bar at noon, still no wind so motoring.

21/06/2023

Two men in the sun.

June 21 Summer Solstice45:53N 124:41W9:22am PSTWind 3.5 kt NSea 0-.5SunnyAfter starting my watch at 6:00 Scupper and I v...
21/06/2023

June 21 Summer Solstice
45:53N 124:41W
9:22am PST
Wind 3.5 kt N
Sea 0-.5
Sunny

After starting my watch at 6:00 Scupper and I visit in the cockpit and it is so interesting how, by getting to know your buddy better and better, the friendship grows story by story or experience by experience.
Because we are not able to sail we'll motor right for home.

Don’t worry life is great even when we’re not sailing.
Surrounded by albatross showing off their flighting skills and competing with the dolphins in the water for our attention.

Vern made the greatest impression by serving a second to none hot full breakfast in the sun. What on earth can top this moment? Just thinking about it makes me feel so happy.

I needed to share this because it might be one of the best moments in life.
Hermann

Position at 5 AM June 21. Motoring in twilight on this damp morning. Will be past Columbia bar this morning - where the ...
21/06/2023

Position at 5 AM June 21. Motoring in twilight on this damp morning. Will be past Columbia bar this morning - where the Pacific NW Offshore Race begins.

0034 June 21 - before the Solstice Good early morning.Of six fishing boats within view only one is broadcasting AIS. The...
21/06/2023

0034 June 21 - before the Solstice

Good early morning.

Of six fishing boats within view only one is broadcasting AIS. They are visible not by navigation lights; rather by their halogen lights that light up their vessel and are visible from a long distance. At night they are drifting but one still has to be vigilant to ensure they don’t have long nets extending from them.

Stars are visible but the moon is absent. As is the wind. And a night without moonlight is dark, indeed dark with horizon absent.

Vern

Today is the first day since leaving Mexico it has been a bit warm. A treat.
21/06/2023

Today is the first day since leaving Mexico it has been a bit warm. A treat.

Hermann has joined us at San Francisco to complete the delivery and he's got a fair bit of sailing under his belt.From H...
21/06/2023

Hermann has joined us at San Francisco to complete the delivery and he's got a fair bit of sailing under his belt.

From Hermann: "I started sailing 25 years ago, starting with dinghies and beachcats on the local lake in Germany.

Next was the Baltic Sea to Denmark from Ruegen in Germany.

After some training, I chartered a vessel to sail the Gulf Islands or motored with family.

I've sailed in Florida as crew and twice the BVI and St Lucia with family.

The big one so far was around Vancouver Island at the end of October in 2018 and from Hawaii to Tahiti as crew on Mahina Tiarre with John and Amanda Neal.

My usual sailing is on Wednesday night on Mystral.

Sailing with Vern and Billy gives me a great opportunity to learn a lot and I'm excited to get the chance, sure they will have a lot of fun."

Ship’s Log June 20 NoonLat: 44:45 NLong: 124257 W275 nm from Strait of Juan de Fuca.We departed Puerto Vallarta four we...
20/06/2023

Ship’s Log June 20 Noon
Lat: 44:45 N
Long: 124257 W

275 nm from Strait of Juan de Fuca.

We departed Puerto Vallarta four weeks ago today and we can almost see the barn door of home.

After refueling in Cresent City yesterday, it is a balancing act to sail or motor without running out of breeze or diesel and yet be home for Christmas.

Meanwhile great meals are being prepared and fishing season is open.

Everyone is healthy and enjoying our first taste of downwind sailing this afternoon.

Light air or no air is forecasted for our Summer Solstice. And warmer days.

Respectfully yours,
Scuppers

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Arrrhh - she's a fine sight.

Landed

Arrival. 1 boat ahead of us awaiting clearance.

So much energy. A fine raconteur.

Two men in the sun.

Billy shares the view on our hike today around Tiburon.

Vern 1000 Sunday, June 11 Water is glassy calm with long swells. Still no wind. I emptied our 5 spare Gerry cans in the fuel tanks so we have sufficient fuel if forced to run the engine the rest of the way. Hopefully not but the forecast is not positive for wind. Overcast and a bit cool. Saw lightning last night but not close. There had been a weather advisory of possible thunderstorms even with hail. Go figger. Bill is on watch and has reported seeing humpback whales. Perhaps he is a whale magnet.

Ensenada - no question - we were in Mexico.

There are 7000 boats moored in the San Diego basin. Boats as far as the eye can see. Not much in the way of cruising grounds, unlike BC.

Exit Strategy Delivery - sailing to Ensenada. Ed Watson drone

Sailing yesterday was pleasant as we made our way to Ensenada. Nothing but ocean in every direction.

Today was a planning session for our upcoming Exit Strategy Delivery. We have a circumnavigator (William Norrie), a new to offshore but great with a camera sailor (Ed Watson) and me onboard - Vern. We're keen to get going. This was a great opportunity to look over our gear, discuss what we need to take along to the boat, and arrange flights. We're delivering a fine sailboat from Puerta Vallarta to Victoria, a Wauquiez PS40, good sea boat. We'll start in really warm temperatures that will become progressively cooler as we sail north. We hope our family and friends follow along with us on this adventure.

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