It was a no-wind day as we departed Squirrel Cove and headed for Grace Harbour, a short run of about 11 nm miles. We also made a brief stop at Refuge Cove to drop off our garbage.
The afternoon in the anchorage was downright hot, about 90F. Of all the cruising we have done up here I never remember complaining about it being too warm after sundown. I did this day. Fortunately, the weather returned to normal for the remainder of our stay.
Grace Harbour is a bowl-shaped anchorage located up a short narrow inlet. The first day here the algae were blooming, and the warm water was thick with jellyfish. Even so, folks on the neighboring boats were swimming.
Occasionally, seals would surface near the boat chasing small fish. It’s a popular spot with up to about fifteen boats here during our stay, some swinging on anchor, others stern tied to shore.
There are a few camping spots on the north shore, so groups of sea kayaks would come in to overnight. All the activity makes our time here interesting watching from the cockpit.
The weather for our days at Grace was a mix of no-wind hot, to a blustery sou-easter, which had the boat actively sailing on anchor, to heavy overcast a bit of light rain.
In between sprinkles we went on a short hike to the lake. It was time to stop reading and get some exercise.
Next, we are headed to Campbell River for a few days before continuing north.
Sailing First Light 