[Alberg30] Straits of Juan de Fuca

[PELLICK at aol.com]

Hi Randy,

I was on a delivery run from Seattle to Portland Oregon on 47ft Custom built 
Wishbone rigged sailboat a couple of  years ago. Sailing the Strait was 
beautiful in September, though when we reached the Pacific at dusk the 
weather took a turn for the worst. Fog rolled in and visibility plummeted to 
about 50ft (one could barely see the bow). I was impressed with the Coast 
Guard Traffic Control. They warned us of passing ships ; a few times they 
told us to alter or hold our course to avoid collosion. Though we were racing 
through the Strait with 15kt winds and fair seas during the day, nightfall 
brought on fog and seas building to 10ft. 
A radar would give you a picture of your surroundings, though without one a 
good radio will keep you in touch with the watchkeepers of that area. Stay on 
your side of the waterway and keep a good lookout. I had a brilliant 
experience on that trip. Enjoy.

Ciao,

Paul Ellick #210
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