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SEA OF CORTEZ

CABO SAN LUCAS TO PUERTO PEร‘ASCO ~ 700ย  nm

  • Cabo San Lucas to Los Frailes 41.8 nm
  • Los Frailes to Bahia de los Muertos 43.9 nm
  • Bahia de los Muertos to La Paz 52 nm
  • La Paz to Bahรญa de San Gabriel Cove 17.8 nm
  • San Gabriel Cove to Caleta Partida 11 nm
  • Caleta Partida to Isla San Francisco 21 nm
  • Isla San Francisco to Bahia Evaristo 9.8 nm
  • Evaristo to Aqua Verde 42 nm
  • Aqua Verde to Puerto Escondido 23 nm
  • Puerto Escondido to Loreto 14 nm
  • Loreto to Caleta de San Juanico 23.4 nm
  • Caleta de San Juanico to Bahia Concepcion 43 nm
  • Bahia Concepcion to Santa Rosalia 48.9 nm
  • Santa Rosalia to Bahia San Francisquito 79 nm
  • Bahia San Francisquito to Bahia las Animas 32.2 nm
  • Bahia las Animas to Bahia los Angeles 19.8 nm
  • Bahia Los Angeles to Bahia Refugio 42.1 nm
  • Bahia Refugio to Puerto Penasco 107.2 nm

Seafarers typically move quickly from Cabo or San Jose de Cabo and head for La Paz, a magnetic cruising port and epicenter of the lower sea of Cortes for provisions, culture and food. The next sizable city on the Baja side is Loreto close to 150 miles north, with some of the most spectacular cruising spread out between. From Santa Rosalia north to the Bahia de Los Angeles area vistas and locations gets more remote and you tend to see less cruising yachts. In the northern sea Puerto Peรฑasco is a cruiser friendly spot to put up and haul out with most work done by cruisers themselves. The proximity to Arizona / US Border for parts makes this a very popular place to haul out.

Weather in the Sea of Cortes is very much seasonal.

The prime seasons for exploring this area under sailย  is from late Octย  to Decย  ( Fall ) and Apr to Jun ( Spring )

Jan – Mar suffer from strong Northerners๐Ÿ’จ, cold and sometimes gale force winds of 30+ knots that originate in winter high pressure in the southwestern US, and blow the full length of the Sea, kicking up some serious short period square wind waves and swell. They can blow for 2-4 days, with short periods of lovely cool weather in between.

Jul – Oct ย  is the Hurricane Season ๐ŸŒ€ with intense heat and humidity of summer. Summer SE/Tropical Storm Season – hot and humid

There is a general rule of following the water temperature when cruising in the sea. Too cold ? Head south – Too warm ? Head north !

LA PAZ

Climate in La Paz
Humidity Comfort Levels in La Paz
Wind Direction in La Paz
Average High and Low Temperature in La Paz
Average Water Temperature in La Paz

LORETO

Climate in Loreto
Humidity Comfort Levels in Loreto
Wind Direction in Loreto
Average High and Low Temperature in Loreto
Average Water Temperature in Puerto Peñasco

Puerto Peรฑascoย 

Climate in Puerto Peñasco 2x
Humidity Comfort Levels in Puerto Peñasco
Wind Direction in Puerto Peñasco
Average High and Low Temperature in Puerto Peñasco
Average Water Temperature in Puerto Peñasco 2x

CABO SAN LUCAS TO PUERTO PEร‘ASCO ~ 700ย  nm

Cabo San Lucas to Los Frailes NM 41.8

Cabo San Lucas to Los Frailes 41.8 nm

Cabo San Lucas to Los Frailes NM 41.8

Los Frailes to Bahia de los Muertos 43.9 nm

Los Frailes to Bahia de los Muertos 43.9 nm

Los Frailes to Bahia de los Muertos 43.9 nm
Bahia de los Muertos to La Paz 52 nm

Bahia de los Muertos to La Paz 52 nm

La Paz to Bahรญa de San Gabriel Cove 17.8 nm

La Paz to Bahรญa de San Gabriel Cove 17.8 nm

San Gabriel Cove to Caleta Partida 11 nm

San Gabriel Cove to Caleta Partida 11 nm

San Gabriel Cove to Caleta Partida 11 nm
Caleta Partida to Isla San Francisco 21 nm

Caleta Partida to Isla San Francisco 21 nm

Caleta Partida to Isla San Francisco 21 nm
Isla San Francisco to Bahia Evaristo 9.8 nm

Isla San Francisco to Bahia Evaristo 9.8 nm

Isla San Francisco to Bahia Evaristo
Bahia Evaristo to Aqua Verde 42 nm

Evaristo to Aqua Verde 42 nm

Bahia Evaristo to Aqua Verde 42 nm
Aqua Verde to Puerto Escondido 24 nm

Aqua Verde to Puerto Escondido 23 nm

Aqua Verde to Puerto Escondido 22 nm

Puerto Escondido to Loreto 14 nm

Puerto Escondido to Loreto 14 nm

Loreto to Caleta de San Juanico 22 nm

Loreto to Caleta de San Juanico 23.4 nm

Loreto to Caleta de San Juanico 23.4  nm

Caleta de San Juanico to Bahia Concepcion 43 nm

Caleta de San Juanico to Bahia Concepcion 43 nm

Bahia Concepcion to Santa Rosalia 48.9 nm

Bahia Concepcion to Santa Rosalia 48.9 nm


Santa Rosalia to Bahia San Francisquito 79 nm

Santa Rosalia to Bahia San Francisquito 79 nm

Santa Rosalia to Bahia San Francisquito 79 nm
Bahia San Francisquito to Bahia las Animas 32.2 nm

Bahia San Francisquito to Bahia las Animas 32.2 nm

Bahia San Francisco to Bahia las Animas 32 nm
Bahia las Animas to Bahia los Angeles 19.8 nm

Bahia las Animas to Bahia los Angeles 19.8 nm

Bahia las Animas to Bahia Los Angeles 19.8 nm
Bahia Los Angeles to Bahia Refugio 42.1 nm

Bahia Los Angeles to Bahia Refugio 42.1 nm

  Bahia Los Angeles to Bahia Refugio 42.1 nm

Bahia Refugio to Puerto Penasco 107.2 nm

Bahia Refugio to Puerto Penasco 107.2 nm

Bahia Refugio to Puerto Penasco 107.2  nm

FLEET UPDATE 2023-08-01

Panama Posse

PANAMA POSSE

FLEET UPDATE

August 1, 2023

โ€œIt isnโ€™t that life ashore is distasteful to me.
But life at sea is better.โ€

โ€“ Sir Francis Drake

TOP NEWS

  • Pictures Of The Week
  • Season 7: Registration Is Open And 125 Yachts Have Already Signed Up !
  • Sunday, August 20, 2023: New Vessels On-boarding Zoom
  • Destination San Blas Islands ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Panama
  • Tablet And Pad Navigation Zoom Seminar Monday, September 4th
  • Meet The Fleet: SY Adventure
  • 6 Panama Posse Events For Season 7
  • Season 7 Perks Are Live
  • Predict Wind Panama Posse Data Hub Special
  • Whatโ€™s On Your Bucket List?
  • Meet The Fleet: SY Courage
  • Blue River Resort And Hot Springs Costa Rica ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท
  • Testing Our New Communications Platform
  • Must See: Coiba National Park
  • 2 Boats For Sale
  • The Baja Run 750 nm with 15 anchorages mostly day-hops down
  • News From Other Oceans
PANAMA POSSE Season 7

125 Yachts are signed up already from 15 Ensigns

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1) PICTURES OF THE WEEK

TURTLES IN ECUADOR

Turtles in ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ Ecuador

SY PATHFINDER ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Jean-Philippe & Nicole - Lagoon 39'

PATHFINDER Jean-PhilippePATHFINDER Nicole

Gaudi-esque hot springs in a cave, ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Costa Rica

SY MAISON DE SANTร‰ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Nicole & Keenan - Cal 46'

MAISON DE SANTE KeenanMAISON DE SANTE Nicole

First biggest fish caught of Season 7 Dorado. Nice work Lance!

SY QUESO GRANDE II ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lance & Sherri - Seawind 41'

QUESO GRANDE LanceQUESO GRANDE SherriQUESO GRANDE Maybel

2) SAVE THE DATE

SUNDAY, AUGUST 20, 2023

NEW VESSELS ON-BOARDING ZOOM

NICOLE

meet Nicole - the Panama Posse welcome Ambassador

PANAMA POSSE ON-BOARDING SEASON 7 ZOOM MEETING

PANAMA POSSE SEASON 7

AHOY YOU ARE CORDIALLY

INVITED TO MEET YOUR PEERS

NEW VESSELS PP
ON-BOARDING ZOOM WITH NICOLE

ON SUNDAY AUG 20 2023

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MEET NICOLE

Nicole is your welcome ambassador to help you reach new height and help you make the most of all the perks of the Panama Posse

3) DESTINATION
SAN BLAS ISLANDS ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA

San Blas

San Blas is an archipelago on the northern side of Panama consisting of around 365 islands and cays, offering a paradise of white sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush green vegetation. The beauty of the islands is unparalleled. The area is a perfect setting for sailing, snorkeling, and beach exploration.

SAN BLAS ISLANDS

San Blas is relatively untouched by mass tourism, and the islands are inhabited by the Kuna / Guna Yala indigenous people who fiercely protect their traditional way of life and the environment. As a result, the area boasts abundant marine life, coral reefs, and diverse flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and ecotourism lovers.

GUNA

Interacting with the Kuna people offers a unique cultural experience. The Kuna are known for their colorful traditional clothing, vibrant art, and rich customs. Visitors have the opportunity to learn about their way of life, including their fishing techniques, traditional arts, and autonomous governance.

SAN BLAS

San Blas benefits from consistent trade winds, particularly during the dry season, which creates favorable sailing conditions. The steady winds and predictable weather patterns make it a pleasure for sailors to navigate between the islands and explore the various anchorages.

SAN BLAS PANAMA

The San Blas islands are sheltered by reefs, forming a large barrier that protects the area from the open sea. This results in calm and tranquil waters, which are ideal for sailing.

SAN BLAS ISLANDS
IGITAL YACHT SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE We are proud to sponsor the Panama Posse !

Based on Panbo's recent Mobile navigation app of 12+ navigational apps the Panama Posse has set up a seminar on how to best integrate digital yacht's devices with your existing yacht systems - who better than Nick Heyes from Digital Yacht Ltd to share best practices . Mark your calendar.

SO MANY APP CHOICES PANBO

Our goal is to see what the options and solutions are to send data to pads from your onboard systems to create additional aids to navigation

https://digitalyachtamerica.com/

5) MEET THE FLEET

ADVENTURE

Family of 7 currently en route from Florida to California.
Current Position Banderas Bay
20ยฐ 44.950 N, 105ยฐ 22.698 W

SY ADVENTURE ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Jonathan & CREW - Crowther 50โ€ฒ

 

ADVENTUREADVENTURE

(SIX)
6 PANAMA POSSE EVENTS
FOR SEASON 7

events

We look forward to meeting you at these events - we do not sail on a set schedule to make your journey more relaxed and take into account ever changing weather conditions. Move only when the conditions are right and you feel good !

The events in Barra de Navidad / Shelter Bay / Club De Pesca and Buenaventura will have POT LUCK culinary competition so follow these rules to win the coveted

PANAMA POSSE
๐Ÿ†
GALLEY GOD(ESS) AWARD

(1) ANNAPOLIS
US SAIL BOAT SHOW

OCTOBER 12 โ€“ 15, 2023
ANNAPOLIS, MD ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ BOOTH VB 10

ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW

For discounted US SAILBOAT SHOW tickets follow this link >>
or if you have time to volunteer at the Panama Posse booth we 'll get you 2 free daily tickets - email registration@panamaposse.com

ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW
GET DISCOUNTS ON TIX

(2) SAFE HARBOR SOUTH BAY MARINA + EVENT CENTER
SATURDAY, OCT 29 2023
CHULA VISTA ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
SAN DIEGO

SAT OCT 28, 2023 SAN DIEGO, CA ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ SAFE HARBOR โ€“ SOUTH BAY

LEARN + HAVE FUN AND MEET THE FLEET
13:00 โ€“ SEMINARS

18:00 โ€“ INVOCATION OF THE FLEET

18:30 โ€“ PARTY & OPEN RUM BAR

EVENT CENTER
SAN DIEGO RSVP

(3) PANAMA POSSE
KICK OFF WEEKEND
DEC 7 โ€“ 10, '23
BARRA DE NAVIDAD ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ MX

BARRA RSVP
Secundino Harbormaster

Secundino Alvarez - Harbor Master
Vessels Must be registered with the Panama Posse prior to Oct 31st to receive Posse discounts at Marina Puerto de la Navidad.

GOlF Course

FOR RESERVATIONS CONTACT:

harbormaster@islaresort.com.mx

TEL +52 (314) 337 9014

Barra

(4) CLUB DE PESCA
YACHT FEST
SAT, JAN 13 '24 CARTAGENA ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด CO

SAT Jan 13, 2024 CLUB DE PESCA CARATGENA ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด COLOMBIA
YACHT FEST RSVP
Club de Pesca - Ileana

Ileana Stevenson Covo - GM
For those coming from the lesser Antilles this will be the first event in full on Latin style in Colombia - come celebrate the great food and culture that is Colombia in it's premier yacht club.

Cartagena

FOR RESERVATIONS CONTACT:

gerencia@clubdepescadecartagena.com

TEL +57 (5) 660 6615

Walled citry of Cartagena de las Indias

(5) OCEAN POSSE PARTY PANAMA + SOUTH PACIFIC POSSE

FLEET MEET UP

SAT. FEB 3 '24
SHELTER BAY MARINA
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA

SAT Feb 3, 2024 Sheleter BAY ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA

IMPORTANT: This event is in the middle of high season. The Shelter Bay Marina will be near capacity so make reservations early. Additionally, we are also going to organize a shuttle bus to get folks to this event from alternate locations.

FOR RESERVATIONS CONTACT:

Juanjo Boschetti

Juanjo Boschetti - GM juanjo@shelterbaymarina.com
Tel (+507) 433-3581

RSVP FOR CARI
Shelter Bay

(6) PANAMA POSSE AWARDSFUN ACTIVITIES, GOLF, POOL, DJ LOUNGE, + MARINE EXPO

SAT. MAY 11 '24 BUENAVENTURA MARINA ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA

SAT May 10-12, 2024 BUENAVENTURA MARINA ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA YACHT FEST

This is a very exclusive signature event in the Hamptons of Panama. The upscale resort Buenaventura is just 80 minutes west of Panama City and is one of the most charming and reserved places on the Pacific coast of Panama.
Only 60 nm from the Las Perlas.

FOR RESERVATIONS CONTACT:

Emilio Buenaventura Marina

Emilio Lau - Marina Manager
emilio@bv-marina.com
Tel: +507-6616-7531

RSVP FOR YACHT FEST
Buenaventura

7) SEASON 7 PERKS OFFICIALLY KICK IN

Here are a few reasons why yacht owners participate in the Panama Posse

Adventure and Exploration โฆพ The Panama Posse offers a one-of-a-kind, epic adventure for yacht owners looking to embark on a challenging and memorable journey. Traveling through the Caribbean and the Panama Canal to the Pacific Ocean all the way to San Diego or in reverse to Annapolis provides an exciting and diverse experience.

Camaraderie and Community โฆพ Participants join a community of like-minded yacht owners who share a passion for boating and exploration. The rally fosters a sense of camaraderie, providing opportunities to make new friends and share experiences.

Support and Resources โฆพ The Panama Posse provides valuable logistical support, including pre-departure seminars, route planning assistance, and information on local customs and regulations. This support helps ease the planning process and ensures a smoother journey.

Cultural Immersionโฆพ Yacht owners get the chance to immerse themselves in diverse cultures and destinations along the route. Exploring local communities, historical sites, and natural wonders adds a rich cultural experience to the adventure.

Improved Safety and Security โฆพ Traveling as part of a group enhances safety and security during the journey, especially for yacht owners who may be less experienced in long-distance cruising or unfamiliar with the waters and regions they'll traverse.

Opportunities for Exploration โฆพ The rally opens up opportunities for yacht owners to discover hidden gems and less-traveled routes, adding a sense of exploration and discovery to the experience. Western Caribbean and Pacific waters including Belize, Bay of Islands, Jamaica, San Blas, Bocas del Toro, Las Perlas, Costa Rica, Sea of Cortes a.m.o.

Remarkable Memories โฆพ Participating in the Panama Posse creates amazing and lasting memories that yacht owners can cherish for a lifetime. The combination of adventure, camaraderie, and cultural experiences, 40+ UNESCO World heritage sites makes this journey a unique and unforgettable journey.

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As of July 4th, 2023
PANAMA POSSE Pre-Season 7 has officially begun

All Season 7 discounts and communication benefits are NOW active. Enjoy!

Season 7 award entries and stories are also being accepted.

Sharing adventures is the heart and soul of the Panama Posse experience.

Please share pictures of your adventures on our group communications platform for others to enjoy in real time and/or email Maurisa at editor@panamaposse.com to share in the upcoming newsletter. Maurisa is a sailor among us. She is part of the Ocean Posse crew and provides fun and helpful updates to the Panama Posse.

Cold Fun Fact:
Sailors can still don puffy coats in the northern Sea of Cortez in January.

"I look forward to hearing from you and sharing your tales of adventure."

SY WHIRLWIND Maurisa, Mike, Russell, & Josea

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8) PREDICT WIND
PANAMA POSSE
DATA HUB SPECIAL
SAVE $ 100 + 10 %

PANAMA POSSE PredictWind DataHub Overview

This small but powerful GPS Tracker is custom designed from the ground up, with extra features to make your coastal and offshore tracking, data, and communications easier than ever. This tracker also integrates into your NMEA networks.

Data Hub

email support@predictwind.com with your PANAMA POSSE 23-24

vessel name TO GET YOUR PP SPECIAL 10% DISCOUNT OFF DATAHUB

OFFER Expires Aug 15, 2023

DATA HUB
SAIL AWAY

9) SIGN UP FOR FREE VESSEL TRACKING COURTESY OF PREDICT WIND

tracking

Free yacht tracking courtesy of Predict Wind:

ADD YOUR VESSEL TO THIS FLEET TRACKING PAGE >>

For Help and to review the different options :

TECHNICAL SUPPORT ABOUT THE FLEET TRACKING PROCESS >>

Group Fleet Tracking is designed to give an overview of

where Posse vessels are along the route.

For specific vessel details including their floatplan, latest updates, changes, real time positions and specific location related questions please contact each vessel directly and follow their vessel tracker. You may track vessels via their tracker or request AIS tracking from https://www.marinetraffic.com/. Please note: that this is also not exactly accurate either. There are many reasons why a vesselโ€™s position is not updated. It is important NOT TO conclude that a vessel has an emergency or is in need of assistance because the vessel has not reported in lately. Sometimes they may just want to get away from it all and not tell you where they are. It is the responsibility of each vessel to file a float and check in plan and escalation procedures.

ANCHORAGE

9) WHAT IS ON YOUR BUCKET LIST?

For sailors, captains, skippers, seafarers, cruisers, and yacht enthusiasts, there are plenty of extraordinary bucket list items that push the boundaries and offer unique and memorable experiences of a lifetime

SOME BUCKET LIST ITEMS MAY BE:

Sail the world: Embark on a journey, experience different cultures, climates, and breathtaking coastal landscapes.

Visit remote islands: Explore remote and exotic islands that are only accessible by boat, such as the Revillagigero Islands, Cocos Island, Galapagos Islands, or Isla del Caรฑo.

Sail across an ocean: Set sail across one of the worldโ€™s major oceans, such as the Atlantic, Pacific, or crossing the Caribbean Sea during the tradewinds.

Sail through famous waterways such as the Panama Canal: Experience the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal by sailing through its locks and traversing the waterway that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

Navigate without modern technology: Challenge yourself to navigate using traditional methods like celestial navigation or dead reckoning.

Live aboard a sailboat: Spend an extended period living aboard a sailboat embracing the freedom and simplicity of life at sea.

Posse members are living their best lives and

ticking off items on their Bucket List year after year ....

AND the list just keeps growing

For more Bucket List inspiration follow this link:

https://panamaposse.com/bucketlist
The Route

A historic map of the Panama Posse area of operation

10) MEET THE FLEET

SY COURAGE JOINS THE PANAMA POSSE

Kristine and John and their Tartan 4100 will be sailing out of San Francisco September 1 on a nine-month journey to Key West! Kristine and John are lifelong sailors on both coasts.

"Preparations are going well! (We are) moving out of the house tomorrow, spending August doing final prep on the boat in SF Bay. (We) cast-off Sept 1 and begin (our) southward journey. This will be our longest journey. We met at MIT, so weโ€™re both geeks in grown-up cloths, who love science and sci-fi. Fun fact: we are both Burning Man Rangers; get to know us to hear fun stories and learn our playa names. We love to help others, whether as Doctor, Engineer, dive instructor, or faith leader. Looking forward to meeting all of you!"

COURAGECOURAGE

SY COURAGE ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ John & Kristine โ€“ Tartan 4100

11) LAND TRIPS:

BLUE RIVER RESORTS AND HOT SPRINGS ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท COSTA RICA

Costa Rica: Traveling inland to where the pineapples grow.

Blue River Resort and Hot Springs is about a 2 hour drive from Marina Papagayo through rural northern Costa Rica. This property is like a mini Disneyland for those who love natural hot springs and nature. It consists of 4 separate, natural, mineral hot springs, 1 freshwater pool, a volcanic mud bath, a natural sauna, beautiful walking trails that lead you to a botanical garden, a butterfly garden, and areas where you can observe hummingbirds, koi, a variety of birds, horses and a sloth who lives onsite. There are 25 cabins that have air conditioning and are pet friendly for our furry crew mates! They have a bar and restaurant on site as well as yoga, a spa with dry sauna, and massage therapy.

Resort map

Cabin surrounded by lush Costa Rican foliage

Pet friendly walking path for shaking out the ol' sea legs

Because the property is quite large, you are likely to enjoy at least one of the natural hot springs all by yourself. Most of the time we felt like we had the place to ourselves which was great as some places can be overrun by tourists. Blue River Resort arranges a variety of excursions around the area and we enjoyed hiking to the Cathedral Waterfall which was absolutely incredible and about a 5 minute drive from the property itself. No 4x4 needed. A true gem in Costa Rica. "Wished we stayed 2 nights versus one to enjoy the vast amenities and adventures nearby."

Adventures abound at the Blue River Resort and Hot Springs

Some pools are covered.

Some pools are open to the sky.

Land trips are a great way to see more than meets the eye from the coast. Thank you Nicole and Keenan for sharing your stories and your photos.

SY MAISON DE SANTร‰ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Nicole & Keenan - Cal 46'

MAISON DE SANTE KeenanMAISON DE SANTE Nicole

12) INTRODUCING
THE NEW COMMUNICATIONS PLATFORM

CHAT.PANAMAPOSSE.COM

Communicating with fellow boats along the route is a BIG BENEFIT of the Panama Posse. However, last seasons communications platform got overloaded with over 275,000 words from hundreds of yachts. With so many knowledgeable and fact finding participants communicating daily via our LINE chat, the sheer amount and stream of questions, comments, insight, location pins, BOLO notices, et cetera pushed the seasonal knowledge transfer to the limit. Our quest is for a little bit more organized way to discuss and share information so we can get the most out of our communications. As a result, we are forging ahead with a new communications platform .

It is called ZULIP. We are in control of the server and the open source platform. It runs on mac, pc, ios, android, etc. Zulip is a chatroom on steroids, topics are more organized, and we think (and hope) it will be a huge improvement to our communications among the fleet.

FINALLY A WELL ORGANIZED CHAT !

ZULIP is a new fleet communication tool with 2 core concepts:

STREAMS and TOPICS

You subscribe to STREAMS (organized by region, i.e. Pacific Mexico or Jamaica )

Streams are knowledge and information streams you are interested in

and TOPICS are just that, topics within each STREAM

For example:

  • Clearing in and out of each country is a TOPIC within a STREAM (organized by region).
  • Service providers in each country, a TOPIC within a STREAM.

There are new customizable notifications - email summaries and other neat features. So, please take a moment to view it on a pc or mac and then, once you have used it, move to the mobile app.

In our chat, streams determine who gets a message. Each conversation within a stream is labeled with a topic, which keeps everything organized.

You can read Zulip, one conversation at a time, seeing each message in context, no matter how many other conversations are going on.

If anything is out of place, itโ€™s easy to move messages, rename and split topics, or even move a topic to a different stream.

Imagine a well-organized chat that shows each message in context, itโ€™s easier to stay informed and connected. Everyone can follow and contribute to discussions that matter to you, without wasting time reading every message, or stressing about missing something important.

To sign up in the initial test phase please email registration@panamaposse.com to get your invitation - GESTALT PROTOCOL APPLIES

ZULIP.

13) SEVEN STAR YACHT TRANSPORT
ONCE AGAIN SPONSORS THE PANAMA POSSE

https://panamaposse.com/sevenstar

14) PANAMA POSSE SWAG

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15) ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ COIBA NATIONAL PARK

The sea life under water in ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ COIBA NATIONAL PARK is spectacular

Panama is below the hurricane line and many boats enjoy the off season exploring the many archipelagos on both the Pacific and Atlantic Coasts of Panama. Standing out among these Island groups is Isla Coiba. Isla Coiba is the largest island in Central America (500+ km2 / 190+ sq mi), off the Pacific coast of the Panamanian Isthmus in the Gulf of Chiriquรญ west of Panama Bay. Coiba National Park is a marine reserve comprised of a group of 38 islands including at its core, Isla Coiba.

Due to the Gulf of Chiriquรญโ€™s capacity to buffer against the effects of El Niรฑo temperature swings, the marine ecosystems within Coiba National Park harbors a high degree of biodiversity rivaling those of the Galapagos Islands. Itโ€™s a massive marine habitat providing protection for coral reefs, humpback whales, pilot whales, killer whales, dolphins, sea turtles, manta rays, marlins for a total of 760 species of marine fishes, 33 species of sharks and 20 species of cetaceans other marine creatures. In July 2005, Unesco declared it a World Heritage Site.

Colorful Macaws are among over 100 different bird species that inhabit the islands

The history of the area is rich and varied: Around 17,000 years ago when sea levels rose after the last Ice Age, plants and animals on the new island became isolated from mainland populations and over the millennia most animals have diverged in appearance and behavior from their mainland counterparts. The area is so isolated that in the early 1900's a penal colony was set on Isla Coiba. This development remained for nearly 100 years before the penal colony was closed in 2005 and the island was given back to nature entirely.

There are species here that will send you up for air wondering, 'What is that?'.

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16) PANAMA POSSE BOATS FOR SALE

FULLY EQUIPPED & READY TO GO ANYWHERE

SY ARROW flying her spinnaker in the Sea of Cortez ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Mexico

*37' Performance Cruiser for sale by owner*

Arrow is Fully Equipped and ready to go cruising self sufficiently: water maker, solar and wind power, well insulated fridge, navigation system with radar, GPS chartplotter, AIS, depth sounder and speedo, a quiver of sails for a variety of wind conditions, 10' dinghy with 6hp motor, safety gear including life raft, EPIRB, satellite system, ditchbag, lee cloths for all main salon sea bunks, lots of custom shade and rain awnings/enclosures, topside barbeque, equipped galley down below. Fully equipped to sail, adventure, and cruise coastwise or offshore.

Ready for her next adventure; Arrow is a sweet sailing, seaworthy, live-aboard, performance cruiser from a classic period in yachting history. She is a Carter 37 and has been upgraded and maintained to be an excellent, well prepared, self-sufficient yacht with lots of extras. As her owners we are standing by ready to show Arrow and pass her off to her next Owners/ Sailors/ Adventurers.

Arrow was designed by Dick Carter and built in Greece. She is a masthead sloop with removable inner forestay. Her large fin keel with lead ballast and skeg hung rudder provide a safe platform for coastal and offshore adventures alike. With a moderate ballast to displacement ratio, Arrow is a great light air boat while at the same time maintains a kind motion in a seaway.

For questions, specs and details contact rockcairn@gmail.com.

$36,000 US OBO

Located in Vista Mar, Panama

SY ARROW on anchor in paradise.

Asking 36k USD

SY ORION IS ALSO FOR SALE

SY ORION is a 2007 Hunter 45CC (Center Cockpit) Cruising Sailing yacht

ORION

Orion is well equipped, turn key ready, lang range cruiser. She has over $50K worth of upgrades over the last 5 years, including custom made hardtop bimini, with full weather enclosure, solar panels. Recent upgrades also include new B&G Multifunction Display and Radar, Victron Lithium batteries with new Inverter / charger / smart monitor, Predectict wind GPS tracking Data Hub, interfaced to Startlink system (available for transfer), 18GPH Spectre Water Maker, fresh bottom paint on Feb 2023, etc..

Current location is the Ventura Harbor, California.

Asking $179,000.

ORION

SPECS & UPGRADES

Length = 45โ€™

Draft = 5โ€™ (winged keel)

Beam = 14โ€™ 6โ€

75 HP Yanmar Diesel Engine

8 KW Panda Fischer generator

Fuel Tank = 76 Gallons

Two 3.6Kva Isolation Transformers for shore power isolation

3 Water Tanks = 149 Gallons total

2 Holding Tanks = 24 Gallons each

25 Gallon Hotwater Heater

2 Cabins, 2 heads /w showers and hot/cold stern shower

Salon converts to queen sized bed

Sleeps 4-6 people comfortably

2 AC Units, AFT unit installed in 2021

Fully equipped kitchen

4 X 160 Watts Solar Panels, installed 2021

4 x 200ah Victron Lithium Iron Batteries, installed in 2023

Victron Multiplus 3000 Inverter/charger, installed in 2023

B&G Multifunction Display and Radar, Installed 2022

Spectre 18 GPH reverse osmosis watermaker, installed 2021

AIS, installed 2020

Sirius XM Satellite Radio, installed 2020

Seldon in Mast Furler for the main sail

Custom built Hardtop Bimini, with full cockpit enclosure, Installed 2020

Custom built cockpit cushions

Vetus Bow Thruster

Oriion

For information contact:

Patrick McWherter

Cell: (805) 509-6305

mcwherterpa@gmail.com

ORION FOR SALE

I want to thank Dietmar and all the Panama Posse. They helped me out immensely on the adventure of a lifetime, sailing from New Bern, North Carolina to Chiapas, Mexico, visiting 9 countries (in the height of Covid), over a 7 month period during the 21-22 Panama Posse Season. I have since sailed Orion up the West Coast of Mexico, in and around the Sea of Cortez and on up the West Coast of Baja (known as the Baja Bash), and ultimately Ventura Harbor, in Southern California.

Orion Patrick

SY ORION ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Patrick - Hunter 45โ€ฒ

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THE BAJA RUN

ย THE BAJA PENINSULAย 750 NM WITH EASY DAY HOPS ย AND PLENTY OF ANCHORAGES

DANGERS
FOG - KELP - REEFS - SMALL PANGAS - EXPENSIVE FUEL IN TURTLE BAY - WHALES - STRONG NW WINDS

The Baja Run

โ‘  Start at Cruiseport Village Marina Ensenada and do your Mexico check insย 31ยฐ 51.2766' N 116ยฐ 37.2433' W

31ยฐ 51.7323 N -116ยฐ 39.6755 W

Once you have made it out of Ensenada without dropping to much cash at Hussongโ€™s Cantina ย 

Hussongโ€™s Cantina Ensenada

โ‘ก head for ย Punta ย Santo ย Tomas ย at ย 31ยฐ 33.1589 N
-116ยฐ 40.6879 W ย watch ย the ย outlying rock ย and
kelp ย ย 
https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/punta-santo-tomas

Punta Santo Tomas

โ‘ข The next jump is either 40 nm to Bahia Colonet Bightย 30ยฐ 57.9028 N ย 116ยฐ 17.0747 W - details at https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-colonet-bight

https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-colonet-bight

โ‘ฃ Or an extra 30nm ย Isla San Martin ย North bay 30ยฐ 29.178 N -116ยฐ 6.1356 W or South Anchorage depending on swellย https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/isla-san-martin

30ยฐ 29.178 N -116ยฐ 6.1356 W

โ‘คFor a more protective bay especially for those who wish to bash back up here is Bahia San Quintin
- the west side 30ยฐ 22.5924 N -115ยฐ 59.0887 W ย is more shallow and
the main bay has depth to suit all drafts ย - do give the entrance a
wide berth as there is shoaling south of the little peninsulaย 

https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-san-quintin-w

andย 

https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-san-quintin

For a more protective bay especially for those who wish to bash back up here is Bahia San Quintin - the west side 30ยฐ 22.5924 N -115ยฐ 59.0887 W is more shallow and the main bay has depth to suit all drafts - do give the entrance a wide berth as there is shoaling south of the little peninsula

The
west side 30ยฐ 22.5924 N -115ยฐ 59.0887 W ย is more shallow and the
main bay has depth to suit all drafts ย - do give the entrance a
wide berth as there is shoaling south of the little peninsula ย -
this is about 110 nm south of Ensenada.

โ‘ฅ South of this - about 39 nm is a fair weather anchorage at ย 29ยฐ 47.3276 N ย 115ยฐ 47.4296 W ย behind ISLA SAN GERNOMIO - watch for 2 rocks south of it @ 29ยฐ 44.2191' N 115ยฐ 46.2265' W https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/isla-san-geronimo-e

San Geronimo

โ‘ฆ The next anchorage is a staple along the route FONDADERO SAN CARLOSย Especially for those on a northbound track @ ย 29ยฐ 37.3596 N ย 115ยฐ 28.565 Wย This anchorage is 68 nm South of Sna Quintin - expect some kelp patches and shoaling on the northern bight https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/fondadero-san-carlos

Fondadero San Carlos

โ‘ง South ~ 80 nm across the bay of Sebastian Vizcaino is Isla Cedros N - aka the Cedros Island Yacht club anchorage ย at ย 28ยฐ 20.212 N -115ยฐ 11.434 Wย https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/isla-cedros-n

Expect
to hear sea-lions on shore - this is often a waiting spot for yachts
heading north on the baja bash as they time their departures for an
early morning jump with low winds - the seas and winds will pipe up in
the afternoons - it's a high energy crossing especially in the
afternoons

Isla Cedros North

The east coast of Isla Cedros has several anchorages; the northern
anchorage is a roadstead exposed to weather from both north and south.

Cedros n

Bypassing a few anchorages on the East and South of Isla Cedros ~

โ‘จ50 nm south is Turtle Bay / Bahia Tortugas
27ยฐ 41.2544 N -114ยฐ 53.2545 W ย - a large bay with anchorage and an
enterprising dusty village where you can procure fuel albeit with
significant mark ups - the dock is left from an abandoned cannery and
the fuel station is up a hill in the center near the cellphone
towerย 

 27ยฐ 41.2544 N -114ยฐ 53.2545 W

The locals will try to sell you fuel from pangas or via the fuel dock -
watch these transactions and confirm quality of the fuel, volume and
pricing before accepting any transactions - the Baja Fuel Filter was
invented here for a reason so may as well use it ย ! You are at the
half way point towards Cabo San Lucas
https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-tortugas

Fuel Dock

โ‘ฉ The next jump is about 50 nm to Bahia Asuncion ย ย 27ยฐ 08.1355 N ย 114ยฐ 17.4206 W ย https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-asuncion

The
bay at Asuncion is home to the local fishing fleet and harvesting
shellfish is one of the main sources of income for the community. The
water is incredibly clear and no discharge is allowed to be dumped into
bay in order to preserve the high quality of the abalone.

 27ยฐ 8.1355 N -114ยฐ 17.4206 W

โ‘ชOr push it another 24 nm to Bahia San Hipolitoย This
is a marginal anchorage exposed to wind and swell from north and south.
Anchor close to the beach in 6.4m on sand. @ ย 26ยฐ 59.3362 N -113ยฐ
57.6966 Wย 
https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-san-hipolito

 

This is a marginal anchorage exposed to wind and swell from north and south. Anchor close to the beach in 6.4m on sand.

โ‘ซA far more protected anchorage is 50 nm south of Bahia Asuncion or 105 nm south of Turtle bay is Bahia Ballenas @ 26ยฐ 46.0426 N -113ยฐ 30.0266 Wย https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-ballenas

https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-ballenas

โ‘ฌ A prime spot along this coast is San Juanico / Scorpion Bay @ ย 26ยฐ 14.7986 N ย 112ยฐ 28.333 W about ย nm SE from Bahia Ballenas - with friendly locals and expats In
the mid-seventies surfers noticed the amazing waves peeling off Punta
Pequeรฑa as the swell wraps around into Bahia San JuanicoI. The village
is host to a couple of abarrotes and restaurants and beach palapas.

San Juanico Scorpion Bay Anchorage
Scorpion Bay

โ‘ญAnother 85 nm to Bahia Santa Maria
a major stop and wide bay with fisheries and cell signal ย 24ยฐ
46.133 N ย 112ยฐ 15.441 W
https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/bahia-santa-maria

Bahia Santa Maria

Bahia Santa Maria
is a large crescent shaped bay which lies just south of Cabo San
Lazaro. It is defined to the north and south by rocky islands and
bounded to the east by a narrow strip of sand ridges which separates it
from the huge lagoon of Bahia Magdalena behind.

Bahia Santa Maria
ย There is no permanent settlement in Bahia Santa Maria but a dinghy ride up
into river channels at the north end of the bay reveals a cluster of
fishing shacks with brightly colored pangas tied up along the bank. From
November to May itinerant fishermen stay in the bay to fish for tuna,
jacks and dorado.
Jump

โ‘ฎThe final jump an overnight sail to Cabo San Lucas ( WEEKEND MORNINGS ARE TOUGH IN CABO MANY FISHING VESSELS LEAVE A T THAT TIME SO TRY TO ARRIVE AFTERย  9 AM )

~ 185 nm with no real stops along the way - as soon as you round the
cabe the warmer tropical air will welcomr you to Cabo San Lucas - best
not to arrive Weekendsbetween 6 and 9 AM as scores of fishing vessels
are leaving Cabo and will produce eneourous wakes and traffic. Anchor at
22ยฐ 53.304 N ย 109ยฐ 53.844 W https://goodnautical.com/mexico-pacific/anchorage/cabo-san-lucas-se-coast

Make a ย reservation at our sponsorshop Marina IGY Cabo San Lucas ย -ย with Jesus A. Esquitel VHF ย 16 ย  & ย  88A

Tel +52 (624) 173-9140

CSL@IGYMarinas.com

www.igy-cabosanlucas.com ย 

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ID Location Latitiude Longitude NM
โ“ช San Diego Police Dock 32ยฐ 42.537' N 117ยฐ 14.10543' W - โ›ฝ๐Ÿ’ง
โ‘  Ensenada Cruiseport Village Marina 31ยฐ 51.2766โ€ฒ N 116ยฐ 37.2433โ€ฒ W 60.04 โ›ฝ๐Ÿ’ง
โ‘ก Puntaย  Santoย  Tomas 31ยฐ 33.1589 N 116ยฐ 40.6879 W 18.37
โ‘ข Bahia Colonet Bight 30ยฐ 57.9028 N 116ยฐ 17.0747 W 40.65
โ‘ฃ Isla San Martinย  North Bay 30ยฐ 29.178 N 116ยฐ 6.1356 W 30.24
โ‘ค Bahia San Quintin 30ยฐ 22.5924' N 115ยฐ 59.0887' W 8.97
โ‘ฅ Isla San Gernomio 29ยฐ 47.3276' N 115ยฐ 47.4296' W 36.71
โ‘ฆ Fondadero San Carlos 29ยฐย  37.3596' N 115ยฐ 28.565' W 19.19
โ‘ง Isla Cedros N 28ยฐ 20.212' N 115ยฐ 11.434' W 78.62
โ‘จ Turtle Bay / Bahia Tortugas 27ยฐ 41.2544' N 114ยฐ 53.2545' W 42.16 โ›ฝ๐Ÿ’ง
โ‘ฉ Bahia Asuncion 27ยฐ 08.1355' N 114ยฐ 17.4206' W 45.95 โ›ฝ ๐Ÿ’ง
โ‘ช Bahia San Hipolito 26ยฐ 59.3362' N 113ยฐ 57.6966' W 19.66
โ‘ซ ย Bahia Ballenas 26ยฐ 46.0426' N 113ยฐ 30.0266' W 28.05
โ‘ฌ San Juanico / Scorpion Bay 26ยฐ 14.7986' N 112ยฐ 28.333' W 63.50
โ‘ญ Bahia Santa Maria 24ยฐ 46.133' N 112ยฐ 15.441' W 89.47
โ‘ฎ Cabo San Lucas East 22ยฐ 53.304' N 109ยฐ 53.844' W 171.87 โ›ฝ๐Ÿ’ง
โ‘ฏ Los Frailes 23ยฐ 22.836' N 109ยฐ 25.297'' W 39.54
โ‘ฐ Isla de Pajaros 23ยฐ 15.2645' N 106ยฐ 28.3305'' W 162.80
โ‘ฑ Isla Isabella Anchorage South 21ยฐ 50.5266' N 105ยฐ 52.907'' W 90.87
โ‘ฒ San Blas Outer Anchorage 21ยฐ 31.043' N 105ยฐ 14.566' W 40.64 โ›ฝ๐Ÿ’ง
โ‘ณ Punta de Mita 20ยฐ 45.764' N 105ยฐ 31.15' W 47.88
ใ‰‘ Punta Ipala 20ยฐ 14.2306' N 105ยฐ 34.4255' W 31.71
ใ‰’ Chamela - N 19ยฐ 35.0404' N 105ยฐ 7.8663' W 46.50
ใ‰“ Isla Paraiso - E 19ยฐ 28.6194' N 105ยฐ 3.7637' W 7.50
ใ‰” Tenacatita - Inner Bay 19ยฐ 17.9207' N 104ยฐ 50.1528' W 16.72
ใ‰• Marina Puerto Navidad 19ยฐ 11.7294' N 104ยฐ 40.8748' W 10.73 โ›ฝ๐Ÿ’ง

FIESTA NAUTICA CLUB DE PESCA CARTAGENA ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด PANAMA POSSE JANUARY 18th 2025

CLUB DE PESCA ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด CARTAGENA + PANAMA POSSE
SAILORS AND CRUISERS NETWORKING PARTYย  ยฐ CARTAGENA
ยฐ COLOMBIA ยฐ

SATURDAY January 18TH, 2025

9:00 - PANAMA POSSE ROUTE SEMINAR

10:00 - PANAMA POSSE OPEN CPN SEMINAR

11:00 - MEET THE SKIPPERS AND JOIN A COLOMBIAN YACHT
13:00 - REGATTA START
16:00 - PANAMA POSSE SEMINARS

17:00 - PANAMA POSSE COCKTAIL HOUR AND Flor de Caรฑa RUM BAR
18:00 - POT LOCK FOOD TASTING ( for those who participate )
18:45 - GALLEY GOD AWARD
19:00 -
GRAN ARROZ
20:00ย  -ย  SALSA LATIN DANCE

LOCATION
CLUB DE PESCA @ the historic
Fuerte de San Sebastiรกn del Pastelillo >>

WHAT TO MAKE & BRING:ย 

HERE IS THE LIST OF CULINARY DELIGHTS >>
BRING ONE OF THESE ITEMS ON THE LIST 6-10 SERVINGS with Serving Spoons
YOU SHOULD MAKE ONE OF THESE DISHES & BRING WITH >>
NO CANNED FOOD -ย  NO POPCORN - NO CHIPS !

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

FREE RUM TO SHARE UNTIL WE RUN OUT
GRAN ARROZ WITH PORK, SAUSAGE OR CHICKEN GREAT TIMES FOR EVERYONE
MUSIC - THE PANAMA POSSE LATIN PLAYLIST !

YOU MUST RSVP AND AGREE TO THE RULES:

NO RSVP - NO ENTRY - NO WRISTBAND
Max ___ย  peopleย  FIRST COME
all yachts are invitedโคˆย  PLEASE FILL OUT THIS FORMย  BELOWย  โคˆ

    WAIVER AND RELEASE >>

By Checking this box you agree to the terms and public event and liability waiver.
please specify how you plan to arrive at this event
First & Last Name of Skipper or person responsible

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FLor de Caรฑa
PANAMA POSSE

 

https://panamaposse.com/cprsvp


COLOMBIA YACHT FEST 2024-01-20 @ CLUB DE PESCA CARTAGENA


pods

PODS

HERE ARE THE DIFFERENT PODS

;          

๐Ÿ’ฐ GOLD RUNNERS

Florida / Bahamas / Turks and Caicos / Windward Passage / Jamaica / Panama / South Bound Gold Runners

๐Ÿน RUM RUNNERS

Colombia / Caribbean Panamaย  Via Jamaica / Cayman Islands / Cuba / Yucatan / Florida Keys / North Bound Rum Runners

๐ŸŒฟ SPICE RUNNERS

Lesser Antilles via Colombia โ€“-> Panama Canal Bound - East to West Spice Runners

โ˜ ๏ธ PIRATE RUNNERS

Bocas del Toro โ€“-> Cayman Islands / Roatan / Rio Dulce / North Bound Pirate Runners

๐Ÿฅฅ COCONUT RUN

San Diego / Ensenada / Cabo / La Paz / Mazatlan / PV -โ€“> Barra de Navidad - South Bound Cocount Runners

โ˜ธ๏ธ COUNTER POSSE

Pacific Panama / Costa Rica โ€“-> North Bound Counter Posse

๐Ÿฆœ ORIGINAL POSSE

Barra de Navidad -โ€“> Panama Canal South Bound Original Panama Posse

๐ŸŒŠ BASHERS

Barra / Cabo / La Paz / PV --> San Diego / LA / SFO - North Bound Bashers

๐Ÿฆ€ CRAB POD

Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia & Florida Bahamasโ€“ north or south bound, coastal or via the ICW Crab Posse

๐ŸŒต CACTUS POSSE

La Paz / Mazatlan / Sea of Cortez - North and South Bound Cactus Posse

๐ŸŒบ HIBISCUS POSSE

Panama - Jamaica - South Coast of Cuba - South Coast of Haiti - South Coast of Dominican Republic - South Coast of Puerto Rico - to the Virgin Islands - East Bound Hibiscus Posse

๐Ÿชธ CORAL POD

GUATEMALA - BELIZE - YUACATAN PENINSULA - FLORIDA KEYS CORAL POD

๐Ÿš SHELL POD

BAHAMAS - GREATER ANTILLES - LESSER ANTILLES SHELL POD

๐Ÿ๏ธ MILK RUN - SOUTH PACIFIC POSSE >>

Pacific Coast --> Galapagos --> Marquesas / French Polynesia - South Pacific Bound south pacific posse

โ›ฏ ATLANTIC POSSE - JOIN THE ATLANTIC POSSE

Spain - Greater Antilles Atlantic Posse

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PANAMA POSSE ๐Ÿต SEASON 7

Calling all Yacht Owners !
Embark on a Captivating Central American Journey withย  the Panama Posse !

Are you seeking a thrilling sailing adventure along the breathtaking Central American coastline? Join the Panama Posse, the premier community of yacht owners exploring the stunning destinations and vibrant cultures that this region has to offer. Discover hidden gems, connect with fellow sailors, and create unforgettable memories as you navigate the diverse waters of Central America.


Imagine cruising through crystal-clear turquoise waters, anchoring at secluded tropical islands, and immersing yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Central America. As part of Panama Posse, you'll join a supportive community of yacht owners, sharing experiences, tips, camaraderie and enjoying discounts in 75+marinas. Explore pristine coastlines, indulge in mouthwatering local cuisines, and embrace the spirit of adventure on this remarkable journey.

Ready to embark on an extraordinary Central American expedition? Visit our website at panamaposse.com to discover the wonders that await you. From route planning guidance to connecting with fellow yacht owners, Panama Posse provides the essential resources and a vibrant community to enhance your voyage. Join us on this unforgettable sailing experience through Central America โ€“ drop your hook with the Panama Posse!

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FLEET UPDATE 2023-07-04

 

Panama Posse

 

PANAMA POSSE โฌค FLEET UPDATE

JULY 4, 2023

The heart of man is very much like the sea, it has its storms, it has its tides and in its depths it has its pearls tooโ€

- Vincent van Gogh

O F F I C I A Lย  N O T I F I C A T I O N

 

PANAMA POSSE SEASON 7

 

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN

95 boats are already signed up


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FOR YOU & YOUR CREW & YOUR YACHT

 

 


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๐Ÿ“Š Communications focused on facts, not opinions or unsolicited advice โœ”๏ธ
๐Ÿ’ฐ Save real money at 70+ Marinas with discounts * โœ”๏ธ โœ”๏ธ
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๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Free aid to navigation 150 Gb OpenCPN satellite charts (mac/pc/android) โœ”๏ธ โœ”๏ธ
๐Ÿ’ฐ Save Money on parts with a Westmarine Pro Discount โœ”๏ธ
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๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Free Printable Reference Charts emergency backup to your electronics โœ”๏ธ โœ”๏ธ
๐Ÿ“น Free Video Seminars on destinations from those who are there โœ”๏ธ โœ”๏ธ
๐ŸŒฉ๏ธ Top weather routing avail by Marine Weather Center Chris Parker โœ”๏ธ
โ›ต Community of voyagers all are welcome, kids, single-handers, pets โœ”๏ธ โœ”๏ธ
โš“ Peer support in emergencies with escalation procedures โœ”๏ธ
๐Ÿ›ˆ Fleet Updates via email โœ”๏ธ โœ”๏ธ
๐Ÿ† Fun Award Categories โœ”๏ธ
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โ˜Ž๏ธ Free Weekly live calls on Mondays via dedicated LINE.me group โœ”๏ธ
๐Ÿ’ฌ Free 24/7 LINE group channel โœ”๏ธ โœ”๏ธ
๐ŸŒŠ Benefit from the latest information and prior experience participants โœ”๏ธ
๐Ÿ”ญ Be part of a fleet of sensor for those who come behind you or meet โœ”๏ธ
๐Ÿšท Always priority traffic โ€“ for participants by participants โœ”๏ธ
 

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1) PICTURES OF THE MONTH

San Blas Islands

Happy Birthday Muranda and Cheers to a new Season!

SY FICKLE ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Ben & Muranda - Hunter 42'

FICKLE BenFICKLE MurandaFICKLE Yolanda

Cathedral Waterfall ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Costa Rica

SY MAISON DE SANTร‰ ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Nicole & Keenan - Cal 46'

MAISON DE SANTE KeenanMAISON DE SANTE Nicole

Catching waves in El Salvador ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป

SY JUBEL ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Leah & Kyle - Gulfstar 44'

JUBEL KyleJUBEL Leah

SY Queso Grande hauls out at Marina Pez Vela ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Costa Rica for a little spa time

SY QUESO GRANDE II ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Lance & Sherri - Seawind 41'

QUESO GRANDE II SherriQUESO GRANDE II Lance

Anchored in the Sea of Cortez

SY SERENITY ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Mark & Kathryn - Antares 44'

SERENITY KathrynSERENITY - mARK
SLOTHS

RELAX WE GOT PANAMA POSSE PARTY DATES

2) SAVE THE DATE

THIS SUNDAY JULY 9, 2023

NEW VESSELS ON-BOARDING

YOU ARE CORDIALLY INVITED TO MEET YOUR PEERS

 

MEET THE FLEET

 

ZOOM
@
20:00 UTC

16:00 EASTERN

15:00 PANAMA

14:00 MEXICO

13:00 PACIFIC

โ€ข Introductions

โ€ข Meet your peers

โ€ข Meet Nicole

โ€ข Values, goals and expectations

โ€ข Resources and perks

โ€ข Ongoing information

โ€ข Participation and involvement

โ€ข Social events and activities

โ€ข Check-ins and feedback

โ€ข Meet the editor

โ€ข Milestones & Awards

โ€ข Ongoing learning

โ€ข Q&A

โ€ข Blue Sky

CARLA SIPS BEERS

FIND OUT ABOUT ALL THE PANAMA POSSE
PERKS AND RESOURCES

3) SPECIAL DATES

๐Ÿฅฅ๐Ÿฅฅ๐Ÿฅฅ๐Ÿฅฅ๐Ÿฅฅ๐Ÿฅฅ๐Ÿฅฅ

THE 7 TH SEASON

ANNAPOLIS SAIL BOAT SHOW
OCT 12 โ€“ 15, 2023
ANNAPOLIS MD

ANNAPOLIS BOAT SHOW

SAT OCT 28, 2023
SAFE HARBOR SOUTH BAY
SAN DIEGO, CA SEMINARS AND KICK OFF EVENT

SAFE HARBOR SOUTH BAY SAN DIEGO

SHELTER BAY PANAMA
SAT FEB 3 '24,
Shelter Bay Marina Mingle meet the Fleet

SHELTER BAY PARTY

MARINA PUERTO DE LA NAVIDAD
BARRA DE NAVIDAD MEXICO
DEC 7-10 (unconfirmed)
SEMINARS AND KICK OFF EVENT

SEMINARS IN MEXICO

BUENAVENTURA MARINA
SAT MAY 11 '24
Panama Yacht Festival and Panama Posse Award Ceremony

https://panamaposse.com/buenaventura-marina

4) 22-23 PANAMA POSSE
SURVEY IN NUMBERS

1,486 U$ Savings x vessel this season (avg.)
2,557 NM NAUTICAL MILES VOYAGED THIS SEASON (avg.)
4,040 U$ Low Budget x month (avg.)
4,780 U$ Medium Budget x month (avg.)
$5,221 U$ High Budget x month (avg.)
4 Maritime Areas Visited this season (avg.)
9.37 WE GOT A GOOD MARK / Net Promoter Score !


S I G N U P N O W
PANAMA POSSE SCORE
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we know your fuel stops - don't break your back

5) MEET THE OTHER POSSES

THE SOUTH PACIFIC POSSE AND THE ATLANTIC POSSE

PANAMA PACIFIC CARIBBEAN ATLANTIC

6 ยฝ year ago the Panama Posse formed as a small adventurous group of cruisers pointed their bows south along the Pacific Coast of North America to Panama.

There was no set schedule just a shared spirit for adventure and a desire to help each other out along the way. The experience was a success and the group has grown into a posse of many more boats. Over the years Posse boats are spreading out, going different directions, and across different oceans. November 2023 marks the beginning of our 7th season and the initiation of 2 new Posses: The South Pacific Posse ( currently underway ) and the Atlantic Posse. Beginning in Season 7 our fleet updates will bring the spirit of adventure, insight, and information from multiple routes into one newsletter.

Our goal is to bring the spirit of adventure and exploration to your inbox every week with inspiration from an ever broadening field of cruisers. We will be combining the fleet updates to include stories from Posse members on different routes each week. As an example, this month we are going to include a splash from the South Pacific Posse.

South Pacific Posse

Exploration of the dramatic Marquesas

marquesas

These islands were once the home of tens of thousands of Polynesians

Legendary Pampelmousse and local fruits grow among breadfruit plant or 'uru, the coconut, the dozens of varieties of bananas including the incomparable orange plantain banana or fe'i, various root vegetables such as the taro, the tarua, the ufi, and the 'umara make up the basis of island cuisine

 5) MARQUESAS REDUX ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ซ FRENCH POLYNESIA

For anyone still in Marquesas or heading there our favorite anchorage was Hanatefau Bay in Tahuata. There is sand and good holding on the north side. The morning light is magical, there are spinner dolphins swimming around the bay most days. Hapatoni village is beautiful and the people are friendly. We got to see a traditional Marquesian performance, pick fruit with a local woman and eat an amazing lunch at her home.

 Fatu Hiva is absolutely stunning and when we were there some cruisers organized a type of circus acro yoga performance with the village kids that was really sweet.

Fatu Hiva is absolutely stunning and when we were there some cruisers organized a type of circus acro yoga performance with the village kids that was really sweet.

SY WANDERLUST ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Kristin & Fabio & Yoda โ€“ Seawind 52โ€ฒ

WANDERLUST FabioWANDERLUST KristiWANDERLUST Crew
 

https://www.youtube.com/c/harborsunknown

 

WATCH / SUBSCRIBE TO THEIR YOUTUBE CHANEL โ–ถ๏ธ

https://www.youtube.com/c/harborsunknown

ATLANTIC POSSE
LIGHTOUSE

The incredible array of lighthouses along the European Coastlines are the symbols of exploration for the Atlantic Posse - it's a new way across the Atlantic -
WITH NO SET SCHEDULES !!!

 

https://atlanticposse.com/

 

The Atlantic Posse runs from October through May in both directions

6) WHAT IS ON YOUR BUCKET LIST ?

BUCKET LIST

For sailors, captains, skippers, seafarers, cruisers, and yacht enthusiasts, there are plenty of extraordinary bucket list items that push their boundaries and offer unique and memorable experiences of a lifetime

SOME BUCKET LIST ITEMS...

Sail the world: Embark on a journey, experiencing different cultures, climates, and breathtaking coastal landscapes.

Visit remote islands: Explore remote and exotic islands that are only accessible by boat, such as the Revillagijedo Islands, Cocos Island, Galapagos Islands, or Isla del Caรฑo

Navigate without modern technology: Challenge yourself to navigate using traditional methods like celestial navigation or dead reckoning.

OTHER BUCKET LIST ITEMS CAN BE FOUND HERE >>

 

BUCKET LIST

 

7) ADVENTURE MEDIA PARTNER
LATITUDES AND ATTITUDES

 

https://panamaposse.com/latitudes-and-attitudes

 

 

Subscribe Now to the Lats & Atts Online Magazine!

 

8) PANAMA POSSE SWAG

 

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9) โš ๏ธ BOATING LICENSE REQUIREMENT IN MEXICO

You are required to have a boating license while you are navigating your boat in Mexican waters. Every boat owner, operator, and captain at the helm of a vessel must have a boating license that states you are qualified to operate the vessel. If you have a foreign flagged vessel in Mexican waters then you must have the proper operating license issued by the state or country where you registered your vessel. EVEN IF A BOATING LICENSE IS NOT REQUIRED IN YOUR HOME COUNTRY, MEXICO REQUIRES ONE IN THEIR WATERS.

The Mexican authorities will likely ask for a copy of a boating license if you are involved in an accident aboard your boat. They may ask you for it upon check in to and/or check out from their country, Be prepared ahead of arrival into Mexico.

There is a list on the Posse website of state specific sites where one can obtain a certificate through their state. There are multiple types of documents that qualify as a license in addition to those found on the website.

See MEXICO details follow this link>>

tip


We are pleased to welcome the Participants of the Panama Posse to Ensenada, BC Mexico

As a special welcome rate we offer 2 nights and one free !

In the minimum stay of 2 nights, you get 1 extra night for free + special DAILY rate for the participants with boats with a length up to 65 ft: $2.00 USD per foot of the vessel + tax + free assistance to clear in and out of Mexico, immigration and to get the Temporary Importation Permit as long as they present all the documents as required by the port authorities.

VHF 12

T: +52 (646) 173-4141

Toll Free: +1 (877) 219 5822

E: reservations@hutchisonportsecv.com

 

https://panamaposse.com/ensenada-cruiseport-village

 

... DON'T GET SPOTTED

WE DO NOT RECOMMEND SPOT

pone of the tracking devices which has caused the biggest issues in the last 3 months has been SPOT which runs on GlobalStar. The issue is that GLOBALSTAR Is NOT global nor does it work GLOBALLY - so if you plan to eventually sail across an ocean please consider a viable option -
just ask AARON >>

 

AARON

 

GLOBAL STAR

" ACTUAL COVERAGE DID VARY "

10) THE MUST SEE LIST
OF THE PANAMA POSSE

MUST SEE

Along the Panama Posse CENTRAL AMERICAN route are 40 PLUS UNESCO AND OTHER SIGNIFICANT SITES

These renowned locations are accessible from nearby marinas and are listed as UNESCO WORLD HERITAGES SITES. >>

Tulum

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ TULUM

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ YAXCHILAN

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ YAXCHILAN

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡น The Castle of San Felipe de Lara

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡น THE CASTLE OF SAN FELIPE DE LARA

https://panamaposse.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/03aerial-fort-san-lorenzo.jpg

CASTLE OF SAN LORENZO ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Palenque

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ PALENQUE

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ YAXCHILAN

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ DRY TORTUGAS FORT JEFFERSON

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป JOYA DE CEREN, EL SALVADOR >>

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป JOYA DE CEREN

COIBA

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ COIBA

 

MUST SEE FROM YOUR YACHT

 

11) DISCOUNTS @ 75+ PANAMA POSSE
MARINA SPONSORS

 

Marinas

 

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Safe Harbor South Bay โ€“ Chula Vista, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Safe Harbor Ventura Isle - Ventura, USA

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Cruise Port Village - Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ IGY Marina Cabo San Lucas โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Puerto Escondido โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Palmira Topolobampo โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina y Club de Yates Isla Cortes โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina el Cid โ€“ Mazatlan โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ PANAMA POSSE HQ โ€“ Marina Puerto de La Navidad โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Ixtapa, Ixtapa โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ La Marina Acapulco, Acapulco โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Vicenteโ€™s Moorings, Acapulco โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Chiapas โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡น Marina Pez Vela โ€“ Guatemala

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป Marina Bahia del Sol โ€“ El Salvador

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ป La Palma Moorings โ€“ Bahia del Sol - El Salvador

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Marina Puesta del Sol โ€“ Nicaragua

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Marina Papagayo โ€“ Costa Rica

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ท Banana Bay Marina โ€“ Costa Rica

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ Marina Puerto Amistad โ€“ Ecuador

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Buenaventura Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ PANAMA POSSE PACIFIC HQ Vista Mar Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Shelter Bay Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Bocas Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Linton Bay Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ La Playita Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Flamenco Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Solarte Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฆ Turtle Cay Marina โ€“ Panama

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด ClubNautico Cartagena โ€“ Colombia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Club de Pesca Marina Cartagena โ€“ Colombia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Manzanillo Marina Club โ€“ Colombia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด Marina Puerto Velero โ€“ Colombia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ด IGY Marina Santa Marta โ€“ Colombia

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Royal Jamaica Yacht Club โ€“ Jamaica

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Errol Flynn Marina โ€“ Jamaica

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ Montego Bay Yacht Club โ€“Jamaica

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡พ The Barcadere Marina โ€“Cayman Islands

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Barefoot Cay Marina โ€“ Roatan โ€“ Honduras

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Fantasy Island Marina โ€“ Roatan โ€“ Honduras

๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ณ Jonesville Point Marina -Roatan โ€“ Honduras

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡น Marina Nana Juana Resort & Boatyard โ€“ Guatemala

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฟ Thunderbirds Marine โ€“ Placencia โ€“ Belize

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฟ Placencia Yacht Club โ€“ Belize

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina Makax โ€“ Isla Mujeres โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina V&V โ€“ Quintana Roo โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Marina El Cid โ€“ Cancรบn โ€“ Riviera Maya โ€“ Mexico

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡บ Marina Marlin Nautica Cayo Largo โ€“ Cuba

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡จ South Bank Marina & Boatyard โ€“ Turks and Caicos

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Romora Bay Resort and Marina โ€“ Bahamas

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Elizabeth on the Bay Marina โ€“ Bahamas

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Great Harbour Cay Marina โ€“ Bahamas

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ธ Blue Marlin Cove Resort & Marina โ€“ Bahamas

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด Ocean World Marina โ€“ Dominican Republic

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด Marina Puerto Bahia โ€“ Dominican Republic

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Marathon Marina โ€“ Marathon Keys

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Pier 66 Hotel & Marina โ€“ Ft. Lauderdale, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Titusville Marina - Florida USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ IGY Marina at Ortega Landing โ€“ Jacksonville, FL , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Oasis Marinas at Fernandina Harbor Marina โ€“ FL , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Morningstar Marinas Golden Isles St. Simons Isl. โ€“ Georgia, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Windmill Harbour Marina โ€“ Hilton Head South Carolina , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Coffee Bluff Marina โ€“ Savannah Georgia , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Hazzard Marine โ€“ Gerogetown, North Carolina , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Holden Beach โ€“ Town Dock, North Carolina , USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Portside Marina โ€“ Morehead City, North Carolina USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Tideawater Yacht Marina โ€“ Portsmouth, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Ocean Yacht Marina, Portsmouth, USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Yorktown Riverwalk Landing โ€“ Virginia USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Regatta Point Marina โ€“ Deltaville, Virginia USA

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Regent Point Marina โ€“ Topping, Virginia USA

 

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CENTENARIO CONSULTING ERICK GALVEZ

To arrange for transit with the Panama Canal Authority please contact Eric Galvez our dedicated Panama Canal agent and sponsor of the Panama Posse and the Pacific Posse

Erick Gรกlvez

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15) HAPPY 4TH OF JULY ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

happy 4th of july

During the first year of the American Revolution, one of the most heroic events for U.S. flagged vessels was the capture of the British warship HMS Margaretta by the crew of the American privateer Unity. This incident occurred June 12, 1775 off the coast of Massachusetts.

UNITY

The British ship HMS Margaretta had been enforcing British trade regulations and attempting to suppress American colonial resistance. The American privateer Unity, under the command of Captain Jeremiah O'Brien, was determined to challenge British authority and secure supplies for the rebel forces.

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Captain Jeremiah O'Brien

In a daring and audacious move, Unity's crew, consisting of local militiamen and sailors, boarded and overpowered HMS Margaretta, despite being outnumbered and outgunned. During the intense battle, the American forces managed to capture the British ship, and it became one of the first naval victories for the Continental Navy.

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This victory not only boosted the morale of the American patriots but also encouraged further support for the cause of independence. It demonstrated the potential of American naval forces and inspired other privateers and militias to actively challenge British naval power throughout the Revolutionary War.

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