Archive for July, 2006

26 Mile Trip and Organizing

Friday, July 28th, 2006

We have been using Kosmos in Ensenada. We have done some small day trips. We practice docking and maneuvering around buoys to get feel for the boat. Our longest trip so far was a 26 mile round trip past the Isla Todas Santos. We went out about 4 miles away from all land. We had a mission: (more…)

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Motion Sickness

Tuesday, July 11th, 2006

Motion sickness on the boat is a common topic and question. Here is my attempt to make a concise compliation of the subject. Anything to add?  (more…)

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Welcome Aboard Card

Saturday, July 1st, 2006

We had this idea giving people a “Welcome Aboard Card” when they come aboard Kosmos. The card’s purpose is to orient people on some important topics. The answers will be on the back of the card, and you will have to come aboard to get the answers. Boat savvy people will know some of the answers, but some are completely specific to Kosmos. We have more detailed plans and info for crew, but we figure this card helps us for the many short trips we hope to take with friends and family. Below is the card: (more…)

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