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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 - July 18, 2017
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Had a great sail to Ambrym, then motored to Ranon anchorage once we were in the lee of the island. We're here for a cultural festival and will be in this area for at least a few days.

Second Wind - July 17, 2017
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Close hauled all day but finally made it to Port Stanley on Malekula Island. Looking forward to a good night's rest, then heading to Ambrym early tomorrow morning.

Second Wind - July 9, 2017
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Were headed to Luganville but diverted to Palikulo Bay when we learned S/V State of Mind was there. Many thanks to Brenda & Rod for Art's birthday feast! (Celebrated with them last year in Neaifu ... Read More
Second Wind - July 9, 2017
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Were headed to Luganville but diverted to Palikula Bay when we learned S/V State of Mind was there. Many thanks to Brenda & Rod for Art's birthday feast! (Celebrated with them last year in Neaifu ... Read More
Second Wind - July 6, 2017
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Anchored in Peterson Bay on Santo. The anchorage is deep & feels exposed, but with better light & some dinghy exploration in advance, we may be able to head through a shallow pass into a more ... Read More
Second Wind - July 5, 2017
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Left the Banks Islands and arrived at Espiritu Santo after an overnight upwind passage. Anchored at Champagne Beach in Hog Harbor, where the sand is as soft as sifted flour!

Second Wind - June 29, 2017
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Anchored at Waterfall Bay, Vanua Lava. Relatively calm in the anchorage given the conditions offshore. Heard incredible "water music" on Gaua, now looking forward to

Second Wind - June 27, 2017
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An overnight sail brought us to Losalava Bay on Gaua Island, in the Banks group. Windy but secure here, and very remote.

Second Wind - June 22, 2017
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Anchored at Asanvari Bay on Maewo Island. A lovely anchorage, though so far quite wet!

Second Wind - June 20, 2017
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Waterfall Bay was aptly named and very enjoyable. This morning we motored 15nm north on glassy seas to Loltong.

Second Wind - June 18, 2017
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After a magnificent experience watching the land diving, we headed north and are anchored at Waterfall Bay.

Second Wind - June 15, 2017
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An overnight sail brought us to Homo Bay on Pentecost Island. We will play music in the village tomorrow and watch the land diving in nearby Wali on Saturday.

Second Wind - June 13, 2017
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Another gorgeous sail, this time to Epi Island; we are anchored in Lamen Bay.

Second Wind - June 11, 2017
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Had a gorgeous sail to Emae Island, where we are anchored in Sulua Bay.

Second Wind - June 10, 2017
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Anchored in Matapu Bay, in Havannah Harbor on Efate Island. Lovely and calm, with the whole place to ourselves.

Second Wind - June 6, 2017
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On a mooring in Port Vila. Nice to be back! Will be here a few days taking care of business, then head north.

Second Wind - June 5, 2017
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Had a great time in the villages around Port Resolution; now en route to Port Vila.

Second Wind - June 3, 2017
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Now at Tanna Island, enjoying the steam vents and wonderful people. Have traded for pamplemousse, bananas & lemons; lots of green things on board again!

Second Wind - May 28, 2017
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Made landfall at Aneityum exactly 8 days after departure; anchored in Anelghowhat Bay. Had a bit of everything en route, & overall the passage was excellent. It's great to be at a warm island again!

Second Wind - May 27, 2017
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Slow but pleasant sailing today. If we were faster or could sail the rhumb line we'd arrive in the dark tonight, so we're enjoying the lovely ride and looking forward to landfall tomorrow.

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