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1980 Nordic 44 Light gray hull, cutter rig Hard dodger, enclosure also light gray Black trim and bottom MMSI #367525340

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Second Wind - September 30, 2017
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We took advantage of the unusually calm weather to anchor at an islet on the far northern reef. Swam near large fish and large turtles, and enjoyed the solitude.

Second Wind - September 29, 2017
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A boisterous overnight sail brought us to Ouvea, northernmost of New Cal's Loyalty Islands. The anchorage could not be more peaceful or beautiful: miles of white sand beach, no wind, and no crowds. I ... Read More
Second Wind - September 27, 2017
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Anchored at Ilot Nou, a well-protected basin just outside of Havannah Pass.

Second Wind - September 24, 2017
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Enjoyed a lovely walk around Ilot Ua this morning, then moved on to Ilot Mato. We're a bit more exposed to wind here, but wave protection from the reefs is excellent.

Second Wind - September 23, 2017
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Anchored at Ilot Ua, where we enjoyed snorkeling along a coral dropoff.

Second Wind - September 21, 2017
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On a mooring at Ilot Amedee, near the graceful lighthouse. An ideal location! Water clarity is superb; turtles, remoras and reef sharks are clearly visible around the boat, and snorkeling is ... Read More
Second Wind - September 20, 2017
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On a mooring at Ilot Maitre, our first stop on a month of exploring New Caledonia anchorages. Quite a few boats here-including jet skis and small ferries

Second Wind - September 16, 2017
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Checked in to New Caledonia Customs at 1530 on Friday. We'll stay in Noumea for some R&R and provisioning for a few days, then will head out to explore anchorages.

Second Wind - September 14, 2017
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Pinched & pounded yesterday and rolling more today than desired, but we're making good time and all is well on board. We expect to pass through the Loyalty Islands late this afternoon and hope make ... Read More
Second Wind - September 13, 2017
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Departed Port Vila this morning, bound for Noumea.

Second Wind - August 20, 2017
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Oops! Last report should have put us at 17 degrees south, not 16. (Done - GHRadio)

Second Wind - August 16, 2017
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We put up with stronger headwinds moving into Mele Bay this morning so we could hang around Esema Bay yesterday for a jam session with an additional uke and a guy on washboard bass (large plastic ... Read More
Second Wind - August 14, 2017
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Still in Havannah Harbor; moved around a small point to anchor in Esema Bay for a slight change of scenery. Attending to some maintenance tasks, which feels good.

Second Wind - August 10, 2017
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An overnight sail brought us back to Matapu Bay in Havannah Harbor (Efate Island) exactly 2 months after we stopped here on our way north

Second Wind - August 7, 2017
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Arrived at Lamen Bay on Epi Island this morning. Last time we were here it was just a quick stopover; this time we plan to stay a few days to swim with the local dugong and turtles.

Second Wind - August 4, 2017
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Anchored in the inner basin at Uliveo Island (Maskelyne Island group) yesterday afternoon. Had a delightful day playing in their primary and secondary schools, being treated to kava at the local kava ... Read More
Second Wind - July 31, 2017
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Anchored at Awei Island, in the Maskelyne Island group on the SE corner of Malekula.

Second Wind - July 28, 2017
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A couple of long tacks upwind brought us to Banam Bay yesterday. Crab Bay was murky but the water here is inviting; we'll snorkel here, as well as see the village's highly regarded custom dancing. We ... Read More
Second Wind - July 26, 2017
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A boisterous sail from Ambrym Island to Malekula Island, where we are anchored at Crab Bay. We were hoping to swim with turtles here, but it's awfully blustery! At least Art caught a lovely mahimahi ... Read More
Second Wind - July 25, 2017
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Had an overnight trek to the volcano with Good as Gold, Chara and JAMS

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