Paradise Leased | Ep. 239

Idyllic coastline continues to stretch out before me as I move northeast toward Cape Breton. However, the weather is now turning noticeably cooler, now in early October. Then tropical storm Philippe emerges from the steamy tropics and, like Hurricane Lee before, is now on a direct course for the Canadian maritimes. I take that as the signal that my lease on paradise is up for this season. It is time to begin my journey south. But first I have to find a place to shelter from the storm.
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THE BOAT: Design: Gilmer 31; LOD 31', LWL 25', Beam 9.5', Draft 4.5', Displ. 13,600lbs.

[@richardcasey4439]

He should do many more videos and more extensive coverage of his trips. These are really great, interesting excursions

[@TheBoatmad]

Looks stunning and your seamanship and videos are top-notch. Hope I can follow in your wake sometime!

[@paulboden7850]

Ruth Avery looks stunning in the drone footage. Surprisingly, I don't miss the tanbark sail.

[@littlewingpsc27]

Personally I think she looks better with the tanbark sails and the Gaff rig. Fully understand the cost constraints on that, but she just looks better that way in my opinion.

[@josephballerini3730]

@@littlewingpsc27me too.

[@Early8Q]

Funny that you should mention that, I was thinking the same thing. I do love the tan bark on Ruth Avery, it does suit her. That said, I now think she is beautiful in whites as well. I was trying to let go of the old sails, but now I really appreciate her in whites! She is some fine!

[@UUBrahman]

Channel "Far Reach Voyages" Cape Dory 36 after 6 year refit and some voyages installs a 25HP Beta Marine after ambivalent decision making because he doesn't like the way the 9.9HP outboard looks on his boat - Season 4 Episode 2. Glad you had some warm weather in Canada. Thanks.

[@michaelgullikson5235]

I've been wondering when the pendulum would swing. Glad to see that you're taking a turn for the south. Very much looking forward to see what happens next.

[@tomwaite4594]

Your best opening by far with this video Kevin. Thank you easing the pains of a winter too long. Time for the Canadian Government to compensate Ruth Avery and company for the promotion of the great cruising grounds of the Maritimes. I know of no other place with such spectacular, seldom visited coastal vistas. Wonderful locals with a deep seated connection to the sea makes it at the top of my list. Can not wait for Boothby's Cruising Guide to the Maritimes to be out in print. 7.5 weeks till launch!

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Lol, but then I am planning to return to the Maritimes this summer to complete my cruise, so perhaps a video cruising guide?

[@tomwaite4594]

@howtosailoceans1423 absolutely spot on....video sprinkled with some of your pondering, i.e., Philosophers Beach only maritime related

[@larswetterstrom7209]

"And they sailed continuously". I think it says in "The Odyssey"

[@Seafariireland]

Nice coastal sailing!

[@jamescrego5904]

Kevin, your opening and closing of this particular vedio is outstanding!!! Sometimes in NS Indian summer is most delightful! Sail On!⛵️🇺🇲

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Indeed. Nova Scotia abounds in natural beauty.

[@eyeofchorus6313]

The ears are never full of hearing nor the eyes full of seeing.

[@michaelgullikson5235]

Oh, and I think your title is fantastic.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks Mike! I had fun coming up with that one.

[@danleger7665]

Such a beautiful part of Nova Scotia and so untouched. Too few of our own sailors visit the Eastern Shore. My brothers and I have done it a few times and there are some great little anchorages in those bays. Brilliant sailing when the weather is good.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

I agree, it's almost odd how few sailors cruise Nova Scotia when it's one of the best (summer) cruising grounds anywhere.

[@garymalm]

"I'm just gonna go slow with Mr T pushing us along." Aw, cummon Kevin, we haven't seen you scull for years. Thanks for sharing the scenery and company with us all. gary in japan.

[@SailorChic]

Yes. That was so pretty! ❤

[@jancosax]

Kevin, that are beautyfull images and vids. Really enjoy your life on water in Nova Scotia. I´m busy inspecting a longkeel steel yacht 39 ft and its woods. I like your vid where you compare marconi rig with gaff rig. Gaffers are the coolest! Keep up the good work mate.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks mate. Yes, gaffers are the coolest, for sure.

[@bradwhite6254]

You could get a job in tourism, it sure looks appealing. Thanks for sharing.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks Brad. Perhaps a Nova Scotia cruise for you this summer?

[@bradwhite6254]

@@howtosailoceans1423 umm, we might make it to the Vineyard.

[@rainfinger]

Great video. We are anchored in Mindelo, Cabo Verde, suggesting if you come this way, calling in this port as it is well protected with great holding, paying a small consideration for using the marina's dinghy dock. Tomorrow we are bound for Brazil.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Fair winds! OK, the Cape Verdes are on the list. Perhaps I will catch up with you in South America at some point. Best, Kevin

[@philipjohnson1103]

Wow Kevin, love the music! Short but good episode.

[@StemtoSternSailing]

Yet again you make it look easy. Great videos frome the drone, you definitely have better camera gear than me. Good stuff Kevin. Best regards from Jarle

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Oh those drone shots are tough to get, especially when single handed.

[@cnc75adventures49]

Best vids on the tube👍👍

[@StemtoSternSailing]

So true, and im a creator my self 🙈

[@joekavanagh5708]

A great video Kevin . + I could watch the for hours the sternwards view , seeing the windvane adjust the trim tab and the rudder/ tiller, while Babe Ruth skips merrily along in the wake.

[@peternairn4474]

How beautiful 🎉 thanks Kevin, and sailing power by wind has to have a future in our green future,, this place looks like here where I sail, lovely skies making a great ceiling to the beauifull land and water scapes,, cheers🎉

[@jimr513666]

Great video!

[@reloadncharge9907]

Enjoyed…..hope you are not getting beat up at Key West today….the winds, projected to be around 40kts are expected tomorrow night. Thanks, Andrew

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Hi Andrew, in Newfound Harbor, thankfully. Yep, severe t-storms rolled through this morning along with a tornado warning. Strong winds on tap for early this week.

[@DaveCollierCamping]

Watching now - thanks for sharing

[@NakaNakaDerkaDerka]

Must say I do miss your red sails

[@paulputnam2305]

Absolutely gorgeous sailing. Thank You for sharing.

[@pavelavietor1]

❤ great aeronautical photography📸❤

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Thanks mate. That footage is not so easy to get ...

[@pavelavietor1]

@@howtosailoceans1423 I know, you are very skillful. saludos 👋

[@scottelliott6900]

cool when you show us on the map what you are doing. Great video as always

[@flightplan1000]

It's a good thing you're starting south...

[@Building_Bluebird]

Such scenic waters. Relaxing video.

[@george-hy8yk]

nice drone shots. nice to see a sailing blog with sailing

[@goofy4birds]

Miss the burgundy sail color

[@StemtoSternSailing]

Totally agree... it's just a bit more salty. But I guess Kevin is maxed out on the salty scale, no matter what he bends on to the mast. Best regards from Jarle

[@jeffgriglack9624]

I was beginning to wonder if you were going to head across from Nova Scotia to Ireland.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Ha! A little late in the season for that. The North Atlantic is getting quite inhospitable by October.

[@huntsail3727]

Leaving so early? I was looking forward to snow days and icebergs.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Oh lol. I had plenty of cold before finally crossing the Gulf Stream this year ...

[@todmills]

Stick around up there much longer and people will think you are the ghost of Jon Eisberg! He was always heading south on Chancy when the snow was flying.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Never heard of that bloke. A Canadian legend?

[@todmills]

@@howtosailoceans1423 Apparently your channel has links turned off, Kevin. He was a photographer and delivery captain and sailed his own boat, an Allied Chance 30-30. I don't know how far he sailed her, but I know it was at least from the Rio Dulce to Newfoundland. He had several articles published in Cruising World. Passed away in 2016.

[@rmcnabb]

How are you liking your Willis sails?

[@howtosailoceans1423]

I've been a customer of them for years. They still maintain good quality for a reasonable price.

[@redbird1824]

Nova Scotia? Pretty sure Joshua Slocum was from there. A non swimmer and first to singlehandedly circumcise the globe via east to west Cape Horn. Also visited on THE SPRAY by Captain Pinzon bearded Captain of the famous Pinta.who took the helm for awhile while Slocum slept. Was it really him? I doubt it.Probably an angel or a demon.Christopher Columbus later said that Pinzon was the brains behind the whole mission and the the better seaman.

[@howtosailoceans1423]

Yes, Slocum was originally from Nova Scotia, though he sailed under the American flag (Spray hailed from Boston). He once imagined the skipper of the Pinta onboard after eating some poisoned plums.