2010 Trip 2 - Pacific Grace

Hello everyone, yes we are alive and well! We made the choice to make
use of the great weather and head up Jervis Inlet to Chatterbox falls at the
head of Princess Louisa Inlet. Up there our communication system has trouble
seeing beyond the 6000 foot surrounding peaks to get a signal. Our first day
was spent traveling up through the Gulf Islands to Porlier Pass which was
our entry point to the Georgia Strait. Wonderfully warm weather and clear
skies were enjoyed all day. Lessons began and everyone began the process of
getting to know each other. This trip is unique in the sense that we have
only one repeat trainee all the rest are new. This dynamic adds a certain
amount of excitement to everything we do as "everything is new". Our trip up
the strait through the night was delightful! Exquisit sunset, calm seas and
remarkable displays of phosphoresence as we made our way north. We entered
Princess Louisa Inlet near noon on the second day, anchored, launched dories
and began exploring the huge Chatterbox Falls. Swimming in the lower reaches
of the stream was very invigorating and refreshing. Returning to the boat
lessons were taught and the rope wing was set up for all to enjoy. Swinging
into the warm (18 degree) waters of the inlet lasted for hours. As the sun
headed down over the surrounding mountains the barbecue was teasing everyone
with fresh burgers cooking. A great mug up and off to bed. Today we had time
for one more round of the rope swing before having to make the tide at the
narrows which mark the entry to the inlet. Presently we are making our way
down Jervis Inlet and will then turn north towards Desolation Sound. All are
well and enjoying the superb weather.