For more information, visit:
Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism: bellingham.org
Chrysalis Inn & Spa/Port of Bellingham: thechrysalisinn.com
San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau: visitsanjuans.com
Schooner Zodiac Cruises: schoonerzodiac.com
Washington Tourism Alliance: ExperienceWA.com
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getting concerned. These huge sails catch
a lot of air and the high winds became
troublesome. Captain Mehrer made the
decision to drop sails just a short while
after we had hoisted them. Everyone could
sense the immediate need to bring the
gigantic mainsail down.
Tensions were rising with the crew as
efforts to quickly accomplish the task
became more challenging with fierce rain
accompanying high winds. The feeling was
exhilarating and the excitement permeated
everyone aboard. After some scrambling
and quick manoeuvring of lines and pul-
leys, the mainsail was safely down. An
hour later we anchored in Parks Bay at
Shaw Island for the night where we all rev-
elled in the day's adventure over a meal and
another dramatic sunset.
JOURNEY'S END
Departing Parks Bay, we enjoyed a relaxing
cruise through Thatcher Pass while
viewing Lopez, Orcas, James and Burrows
Islands. Lastly, we aimed north through the
Bellingham Strait on our return to port. It
was truly an exhilarating bucket-list
moment to be aboard the schooner in the
Salish Sea. If you enjoy sailing, an outing
on the Schooner Zodiac is sure to provide an
unforgettable experience!
DS
