My 59th birthday livin the bucket list Tour. One extreme to another: Deer Harbor, WA to Las Vegas, NV.




Our driver Holly.











The Lobby

My view from the balcony.























































What a difference a day makes.
Blessed with perfect weather the next day.

The S/V Tomahawk

Frers 50'

Built in 1981

"When I forget how talented God is, I look to the sea." -Whoopi Goldberg
Sharing a laugh with Karl before getting underway.
 
Jess at the ropes.

Final adjustments on the GoPro camera.




Sharing a funny story or two with Karl.


We sailed past nine of the San Juan Islands:  

Fawn, Reef, Jones, Flat Top, Spieden, San Juan, Yellow, Shaw, and Crane Islands.

Sailing the San Juans 

 


Jess with a smile.


Far better than Capt. Jack Sparrow's compass.


"It's remarkable how quickly a good and favorable wind can sweep away the maddening frustrations of shore living." -Ernest K. Gann







"It's out there at sea that you are really yourself." -Vito Dumas




Young Eagle flying left of center.
"Sailor is an artist whose medium is the wind." -Webb Chiles






Special thanks to my new friends Karl and Jess Kruger. I would sail to New Orleans anytime.

Tomahawk is an exceptional sailing vessel. In every way she embodies the passion and soul of the sport, allowing our guests to experience performance yacht design at its best. The wind and water are truly Tomahawk's elements, with her design allowing high speeds and superb handling characteristics.

Tomahawk's decks are spacious and dedicated to the business of sailing. Under sail, guests will experience the fantastic visibility offered by her clear decks and cockpits.

 Kruger Escapes

WE'RE ALL ABOUT TAKING YOU SAILING 
With two boats hailing from Orcas Island in the gorgeous Pacific Northwest, we are uniquely positioned to take you sailing in the San Juan Islands, British Columbia, and Southeast Alaska coastal waters. Our sailing adventures are always tailored individually to your group. We love creating the right sailing experience for you! Possibilities abound!

MISSION STATEMENT
To care for ourselves and our world, we must actively engage in earth's wild environments. We are dedicated to adventure, discovery, and opportunity for environmental education.

PHILOSOPHY
It is important to us that our guests discover something new about both themselves and the world they live in. We will strive to provide each guest with an experience rich in adventure, nuance, environmental education, comfort, and great food! We also appreciate that the very foundation of our business rests upon the integrity of our waters and our mountains. It is with this understanding that we have created CLEAN SURF, and will always donate a percentage of our profits to both local and national conservation efforts.






Deer Harbor Inn


View from the porch of the Deer Harbor Inn restaurant.































This area is for Walkers, Bench Warmers, & Cyclists.
One of many calming sunsets.
"The road not taken." -Robert Frost



Sad to leave Deer Harbor. Returning to Seattle for one night, then off to Las Vegas.

Seattle skyline.












Las Vegas (prepare for sensory overload.)
My Jeep Renegade rental from Enterprise.



Hilton Grand Vacation Club 14th floor.


















































Lake Mead for some Wave Runner fun.













Hover Dam







Reviewing my GoPro videos.

































Back at Burbank Airport.

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