Central Puget Sound, just north of Everett WA.

    The last couple of days have been wonderful. Blue skies, and some fresh northerly winds. We were able to sail both days, and make progress. Yesterday Dave rigged the staysail and we sailed the way Cygnus was designed, as a cutter rig. We both felt she performed better than sailing with only main and jib.

    July 1st after leaving Eagle Island, we motored up Tacoma narrows and then sailed in front of Walter Mill's house, Dave's brother in law. He watched us through his window and had a good chat with Dave on the phone. We were able to sail at a good speed all the way to the north end of Blake Island and drop the hook for the night.

     Yesterday morning we took some time to walk around Blake Island before heading out. It was good to stretch our legs and see some of the beauty in the state park, including deer, raccoons, and many different trees and plants. After heading out we were soon able to hoist the sails and we beat our way upwind to Kingston where we anchored for the night and enjoyed an early night.

This morning we topped off the fuel and water tanks and motored up Possession Sound then Saratoga Passage to Coupeville, where we intend to meet up with Pat and Betty, our boat buddies from here north. We will celebrate Independance Day with them and then head north together.

Flying the Staysail

Passing by Seattle

Cheers! Pete.