Isla Monseratte

Continuing north from Los Gatos, we bypassed Agua Verde and stopped briefly at the hot springs north of Isla Cosme. Someone (foolishly) suggested we swim into shore from the boat, making it "easier" since we wouldn't have to lower (and raise) the dinghy. Ah...somehow, at 65+ years, swimming against waves and a tidal current, however slight, and even if only for a half mile, is not as easy as it was when we were 40!

But we made it, carrying trash back to the boat from the small island that harbors the hot springs pool, and reviving quickly as we hoisted the anchor and headed across the channel to Isla Monserrate. Terry was really enjoying the sail. It was some of the best wind we had, 15 to 20 knots on our beam, so we just whizzed along to the anchorage.

Where we found many old friends! And they were having a party! To which we were promptly invited!

Mark Schneider (Wendaway) enjoying the potluck dinner...a cruising tradition to which we were pleased to introduce Cathie and Terry.

As is so typical of the Sea of Cortez, the sunset was beautiful...easing us into a good night's rest after a busy day.