7/15/2014

Jellybean's Log
7/15/2014

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And we are off! I boarded "Mon Soliel", a Beneteau Oceanis 430 for my ASA 103 and 104 Class in Newport Beach with GoSailAZ.

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Captain Clint checks out the boat and shows us how to lay a course for Avalon on Catalina Island.

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Tim takes a turn at the wheel. Its an awesome feeling to be at sea again! My favorite spot is on the bow pulpit, but of course I am here to learn as much as I can.

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January brings great energy, color, and cullinary delights to the class.

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And Mike balances out our awesome crew with great dive trip stories.

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After a quick 25 mile sail, we pick up a mooring ball and inflate the dinghy. At least the phone didn't get wet!

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Dinner at Bluewater Avalon on the patio, I tried buffalo milk, and then we stumbled upon a really cool guitarist at Luau larry's.

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We probably stayed longer than planned. It was a slow start the next morning.

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