Checking out a vintage northern Michigan resort on Portage Lake.
Portage Point Resort and Marina
Gale Warning, so Let’s Go Sailing
Sailing north from Frankfort to South Manitou before an approaching gale from the south.
Frankfort, MI
Exploring the town of Frankfort, Michigan
To Sail, or To Motor?
Deciding when to sail and when to motor on our trip from Pentwater to Arcadia.
Keeping Plans Flexible
Cruising plans change slightly when the wind doesn't cooperate fully
Waiting on a Weather Window
Deciding on delaying our cruise while waiting for better weather.
Person in the Water
Assisting a capsized kayaker from cold water
Catalina 400 Conduit Steering Overhaul
Overdue replacement of Priorities' steering cables and conduits.
Inflatable Life Jacket Maintenance
Annual testing of our inflatable life jackets.
Electric Winch Cranker
Using an electric winch cranker makes sailing more of a mental exercise than a physical one.