Our 4 days anchored in Turtle Bay was a combination of relaxation, chores, fun and games. We didn’t leave the boat for the first two days after arriving and took time to get some sanding and prep work done on the boat in anticipation for a fresh coat of paint.

On our third day we decided it was time to stretch our legs and see what the town had to offer.  Our brief trip to shore was an adventure in itself, marked by the challenge of navigating the surf beach landing. The waves were relentless, testing our skills as we maneuvered the dinghy to the sandy shore. Once on shore a furry friend followed us around town and back to the dinghy, even swam out after us, thinking we might have a new crew mate. Maybe it was the dog food we had picked up for Jon’s pups on SV Paradise Love that had the dog swimming after us 😂 Overall it was a pretty chill day for us. We enjoyed happy hour aboard SV Oatmeal Savage and then called it an early night. 

On our fourth and last day in Turtle Bay, we had an amazing time on a dinghy adventure scouting out the beaches and touring the bay looking for wrecks to dive. A pod of dolphins decided to join us, swimming right alongside our inflatable – you could reach out and touch them. Their playful antics and graceful moves were just incredible, making it a moment we’ll never forget. Getting up close with these beautiful creatures reminded us of the amazing things the ocean has to offer and how special our sailing trip really is.

We had a board game night with the Oatmeal Savage family aboard SV Inscrutable and we are all looking forward to Cash and Logan joining us in a few weeks time for some more game nights and fun. Thanks Big John Bates for the game.

As we set forth on our journey, we are fully committed to embracing our own unique pace. Meanwhile, the Baja Haha rally is in full swing with over 130 boats participating. A few of our friends have joined in the festivities, fostering a vibrant atmosphere filled with camaraderie among groups of sailors. There is a possibility that we might cross paths with some familiar faces before we reach Cabo, however, should our routes not align, we eagerly look forward to reuniting with everyone as we come together in Cabo, sharing stories and celebrating our shared experiences.