Since Adventuress left Mindelo, Cape Verde, the winds have been moderate (15 kts.) to strong (35 kts.) averaging 20 knots. The sailing has been wonderful. The only reason to run the engine several hours per day is to supplement the three solar panels. With the refrigerator/freezer, autopilot, radar and other electronics, the house battery usage is significant. The solar panels do an amazing job but with that much usage, the battery charger on the engine is necessary.
Dan continues to catch fish: seven mahi mahi have been caught and three tuna. Only three mahis were too small to keep. John has taken to "heaving to" when a fish is caught. It gives a more stable cockpit for cleaning/filleting fish. Dan is really good at that! .....and I'll repeat myself. There is nothing better than freshly caught fish, from the hook to the frying pan! They are running a bit low on veggies but do have 2 frozen packs and some cans. There is no fear of scurvy!!!
Werner baked bread. He used the Spanish recipe on the bag of flour and it was a big success. Well done Werner and glad that you can speak Spanish.
Everyone has enjoyed showers every other day. These experienced sailors know how to conserve water, only a third of the 250 gallons on Adventuress has been used as of several days ago when the Captain "dipped" the tank.
The captain tells me that Adventuress will likely arrive at St. Martin during the coming week, if all goes well.
We wish them safety and great sailing on their last week of the passage.
Nancy
