As the crew of Second Wind sailed home through the storm of the rising COVID-19 tide last spring, we looked forward to a time when we could sail without constantly flying the yellow quarantine flag*. We believe that time is upon us, although we still must exercise caution we can prepare to continue our adventures. For us, those new adventures will include more land-based activities in warmer climes. For others, who have not yet had the chance to set their sails for distant shores, the opportunity is nigh. The motorsailer Second Wind is now available to handle the nautical adventures of her next owners.

Where has she taken us?

From the expansive inlets and mini-fjords of Downeast Maine, through the sounds of Long Island and the rivers of New York, the coastal waters of New Jersey, the bays and backwaters of the Chesapeake, through the Dismal Swamp and canals and rivers of the Carolinas, the meandering Moon River of Georgia, to the coastal towns and inlets of Space and Treasure Coasts of Florida, out across the deep-blue Gulf Stream to the Bahamas and then back through Palm Beach and then down through Miami and Key Largo, around the Florida Keys and up through the Everglades and into southwest Florida and the abundant bays and rivers. I’ve included assorted photos of locations and crew mates that we have enjoyed over the last several years, so please enjoy.

Take the step to explore the possibilities a motorsailer could offer you. By-water is a unique way to see the country, to spend good times with friends and family, to fish, snorkel and anchor in quiet hide-aways with millionaire dollar views of the water and expansive sunsets and sunrises. Click on the link below to find out the great pricing and immediate availability of this solid cruiser sitting ready on the banks of the Chesapeake Bay.

https://www.denisonyachtsales.com/yachts-for-sale/41-Island-Packet-Sp-Cruiser-2007-Rock-Hall-Maryland/7443045l

Happy Retirement to our favorite crew-mate BA!

Today was her last day of full-time employment and she is looking forward to the freedom her new schedule affords her, including a new grand-baby due in about a month. Congratulations and good timing as the country is finally starting to open up as the vaccines become more available.

*the quarantine flag was only used when we entered port in the Bahamas and then when we returned to the U.S.

It doesn’t pay to grab the COVID-19 gator by the tail, and so in the interest of player and fan safety what would have been the fifth annual edition of this prestigious golf competition has been cancelled. Organizers are working to secure dates for next year in order resume the annual tournament normally held in Florida in late February.

Last year’s event was held in the early days of ignorance about the growing spread of the COVID-19, even before we were debating about the value of wearing masks. With a swift roll-out of the vaccine we are hoping next year’s event can be held without special precautions.