Mermaid Call and Pirate Flag
This morning we were all so excited to cross the equator around 8am that we slept through the momentous occasion. I think it was due to the fact that few of us…
Stopping to Swim
This afternoon the water was calm and the sun was out. There was no wind to move us in any direction without motoring so what else can one do…
Magic and Mishaps on the Water
Today we had more good and not as good news. One reason will be that this blog will be very short. For starters, our solar panels are not keeping up,…
Watching a Big Storm
Last night we all decided to take a bit of an early break to watch a movie together. Our boat was not moving anywhere so we felt safe taking a…
Meeting Dear Friends from the Past
As we traveled down the coast I looked to San Diego as a final destination to prepare any last minute items or and to complete tasks off our to do list. I…
Will Our Adventure be Cancelled Because of a Big Toe?
January 6, 2013 Will Our Adventure be Cancelled Because of a Big Toe? We picked up our U-haul trailer on December 31st because they were closed on New Year's day.…
Preparing with the use of Pig’s Feet
3 Jan 2013 Sailing from North America to the South Pacific involves some long distances without seeing land. While the longest distance and duration will be as we travel to…
Family Adventuring – Almost Ready
Some think our family is a crazy bunch and after 18 years, I am beginning to question my own sanity with our latest adventure. Traveling the world with my wife…
Family Adventuring
The Schafer family is planning another adventure. This time we have yet one more family member to add to the mix. This adventure will include our family of 9 on…
Family Adventuring
Click Here to read about a family of 9's year long Sailing Adventure in 2013 to the South Pacific. Sailing Adventure Click Here to read about a 44 day…