A little windy this morning, actually there is a high wind warning in effect for the Strait of Georgia where we are going. Last night they called for Southeast winds which would NOT be good for us as we are going South but the forecast changed overnight to Northwest winds which will be behind us so we are going to go for it.
Checked with CMC, the Raymarine dealer, this morning and they have the parts to hopefully repair our depth sounder tomorrow so all looks good to go.
Hoisted the anchor at 10:30AM but it took 15 minutes to wash all the heavy mud off the chain and anchor so we got under way at 10:45. All the mud is a good thing as it proves that our new anchor is doing its job and really sinking into the sea bottom to hold us in place.
It was another pleasant flybridge trip as, with the wind behind us , there was no apparent wind where we were sitting. It was nice and warm, not too many other boats around and, with the tide pushing us as well we made good time.
Arrived at Vancouver False creek entrance at 3PM and were all secure by 3:30.
The auto pilot is now working well but the DSM alarm is still driving us crazy, we will see what tomorrows “repairs” achieve!!!
Inside the harbour there is no wind, just a slight breeze and it is quite hot in here ,much hotter than expected as they had forecast showers and overcast for this afternoon. Not complaining!!!
Planning to stay aboard tonight as we checked out all of the Granville Island gift shops last time we were here.
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