About us
We’ve always been adventurous from the day we met. We’ve travelled the world and lived all over the US. Now is the time to pursue our dream of sailing and visiting far off lands. We raised our children to embrace adventure and change. When we told them we were sailing away (before they get married and have children) they said, “go hippies go!” So, with the blessings of our children, the adventure in our souls... we’re off!
North Wind
She’s a 50 foot Jeanneau with 3 cabins and 2 heads, built in 2012.
Our daughter, Elyse, named her from the movie “Chocolat” where the main characters of the movie would follow the clever north wind to towns yet to be visited and friends in need yet to be discovered. We have lots to discover on our North Wind.
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Atlantic crossing 2022 - Crew Pics
North Wind crew (friend Bob and Kathy's brother Matt) leaving Las Palmas on their 3000 mile ocean crossing adventure.
Captain and First Mate. Keep smiling.
Leaving Las Palmas in fair winds and calm seas.
Matt at the helm steering us out into the deep blue.
Matt and Bob at the helm. A little chilly!
Bob taking his shift at the helm.
Captain at the helm.
Finally, shorts! Heading south to where the butter melts.
Matt and Bob (a.k.a. MacGyver) fixing the auto pilot with duct tape. Now is not the time to loose "Otto."
Captain and Matt on deck setting the whisker pole. Time for some down wind sailing.
The Captain reflecting on the day and the journey. Another beautiful day at sea.
Family..enjoying an opportunity of a life time.
Matt on his shift monitoring nav system. Somehow, his shift was always at dinner time!
Crew enjoying a beautiful warm day in calm seas. Time for a swim.
Jumping into the abyss to cool off. What could go wrong?
Good time to check the condition of the propeller. Of course, safety first so don't forget your helmet.
Matt hard at work catching dinner. He's been waiting to put his fishing pole to work.
First catch! A lovely Mahi-Mahi. Our first sushi dinner on board...yum yum!
The Captain relaxing after a delicious sushi lunch.
Crew enjoying a pasta dinner with Bob's special secret homemade sauce. Delicious!
Bob chilling at the helm again.
MacGyver is at it again. Now it's time to fix the generator battery. Repairs never seem to end.
The Captain and First Mate. Still smiling.
Halfway there!
Reflecting and soaking-in another beautiful sunset with no land in sight.
First mate modeling her sailing outfit, blues eyes, and flowing blondish hair ... my sexy mermaid.
Bob is prepared for formal night on the "cruise". Oh oh, the crew is starting to loose it.
Over 2000 miles behind us and about 1000 miles to go!
T-shirt weather. Calm seas and clear skies. Probably the calm before the storm - as usual.
Here comes a storm. Matt at the helm with a squall brewing in the background.
A welcomed little visitor found a new home away from the storms. Perfect place to rest.
First Mate - still smiling!
Enjoying the sunset in very calm seas.
Brother - Sister. What a great adventure together.
Trying to capture the sunset - literally.
Land ho! St. Lucia well wishing sight. Matt spots his wife on shore.
Yes, yes...I see Dana (his wife) too
Beautiful view of land after 26 days at sea with no land in sight.
Brothers in arm.
A few more miles behind them on North Wind and still smiling and already planning the next adventure.
Preparing for an early morning arrival into port.
Crossing the official finish line in Rodney Bay Harbor, St. Lucia.
The best crew ever! Thank you, Bob and Matt, for a wonderful and challenging experience. The journey was magical with moments of sheer terror...LOL
ARC 2022 Las Palmas - Crew arrivals and Celebrations
good bye lanzarote
Returning to North Wind to prepare for the 2nd Atlantic Crossing.
First stop Liken restaurant, and of course, squid!
2nd stop for a G&T at The Flagship bar, where all our life travel decisions were made.
First moon rising over the marina.
Revisiting our favorite places, the wineries.
The Captain ate all the squid around the Canary Islands.
Our Favorite Sushi place! Sushi Bar Minato, Puerto de Calero
View from the cliffs of Playa de Papagayo, our favorite beach near Marina Rubicon.
A handmade timple by the artist, Juan Antonio Cejudo.
Our new found family in the Canary Islands. Thank you for your hospitality! Miss you!
Saying Goodbye to some of our Marina Rubicon friends...Oh what a night!
Captain at the helm leaving Lanzarote.
Beautiful overnight sail to Las Palmas to join the ARC and sail back across the Atlantic. Feels so good to be back sailing the open seas.
Docked in Las Palmas, Canary. We have two weeks to prepare for our next Atlantic crossing.
Atlantic crossing 2018
Preparing North Wind in Norfolk, VA
North Wind meets the Migalo crew!
Leaving Norfolk, VA in the early morning.
Carlos and Jack ready for the journey
Captain and First Mate
Captain at the helm crossing the Gulf Stream
First Mate at the helm crossing the Gulf Stream
It's always more fun together. It was a cold and stormy passage to Bermuda
Waves crashing off the bow
The beautiful sunrise a beginning to a new day
The glorious sunset!
The crew's arrival to Bermuda!
Beautiful anchorage in Bermuda
Enjoying Bermuda
The start from Bermuda to the Horta, Azores
Beautiful site of boats leaving to Horta, Azores
The first sunset after leaving Bermuda
Boat hair, don't care!
Approaching a storm, gotta go through it!
The mounting waves at the stern
It was still a cold crossing
Captain grabbing a little down time below deck
Finally the conditions have improve. Suns out!
Never ending repairs
A stunning sunrise off the bow
Approaching Lagos after 13 days at sea!
An overwhelming feeling of joy and satisfaction to see land!
Welcomed by Manuel from ARC
Time to pop the champagne!
Celebrating a huge accomplishment!
The famous Peter's Cafe Bar where all the sailors meet to tell their tales
North Wind leaves their mark on Horta's seawall
Our view while docked in Horta, Azores
Always time for a toast!
The Salty Captain
Sail repairs before we head out for the last leg to Lagos, Portugal
A beautiful start!
Last site of land for 6 days!
Time to catch dinner!
Another glorious sunset!
Weather picks up again, foul weather gear required!
Trying to capture the pitch of the boat and height of the waves
Jack in his glory at the helm
Land ho! Portugal at first site
North Wind crew takes 2nd place in the finish!
Captain Carlos, North Wind and Captain Lane, Flying Dolphin celebrating!