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desertcpl
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wish him luck,, I bet he does it
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Cypress
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After an extra long run in ruff water one of my fishing partners was passing blood in his urine. The Dr. said the pounding/jolting had damaged his
kidneys.
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Graham
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He's on his way. Looks like he first tried to launch at El Golfo, gave up on that and spent the night in the harbor at San Felipe. His latest position
at 10 AM Sunday norning is south of Puertecitos heading for the Enchanted Islands and Gonzaga Bay.
For better or ill... this is his dream born of his love for Baja and the Sea of Cortez, he's listened to lots of advice, he's making the decisions,
he's calculated the risks and in spite of his fears and doubts he's doing it and probably living like he's never lived before.
People will debate till the end of time whether we should all die safely and comfortably in our beds or strike out boldly to follow our dreams and
callings to risk and adventure.
His Zodiac may end up storm-tossed and torn to shreds on some rocky shore but I'm with Cypress, this trip is doable... swimming across the Sea of
Cortez, I'd pass on that one too.
A concern Matthew had, being alone, was needing to leave the boat and his gear to get gas and water in the towns and harbors along the way. Sure hope
he finds kind people who'll be there for him in places like LA Bay, Santa Rosalia, Loreto and La Paz.
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TMW
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Here is wishing him good luck and good weather.
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JZ
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Graham
He's on his way. Looks like he first tried to launch at El Golfo, gave up on that and spent the night in the harbor at San Felipe. His latest position
at 10 AM Sunday norning is south of Puertecitos heading for the Enchanted Islands and Gonzaga Bay.
For better or ill... this is his dream born of his love for Baja and the Sea of Cortez, he's listened to lots of advice, he's making the decisions,
he's calculated the risks and in spite of his fears and doubts he's doing it and probably living like he's never lived before.
People will debate till the end of time whether we should all die safely and comfortably in our beds or strike out boldly to follow our dreams and
callings to risk and adventure.
His Zodiac may end up storm-tossed and torn to shreds on some rocky shore but I'm with Cypress, this trip is doable... swimming across the Sea of
Cortez, I'd pass on that one too.
A concern Matthew had, being alone, was needing to leave the boat and his gear to get gas and water in the towns and harbors along the way. Sure hope
he finds kind people who'll be there for him in places like LA Bay, Santa Rosalia, Loreto and La Paz. |
I personally think he'll make it pretty easily if he has no engine troubles. Weather this time of year should be fine and with a zodiac you can stick
right next to shore. Run in the AM everyday to avoid the heat and sun and get nice smooth water. BoLA and SR will help him for sure. Loreto he
needs to watch his stuff a little. Lots of kids down at the marina.
[Edited on 6-10-2012 by JZ]
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JZ
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Cypress
After an extra long run in ruff water one of my fishing partners was passing blood in his urine. The Dr. said the pounding/jolting had damaged his
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Some people get blood from riding a bicycle for the first time in a long time.
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desertcpl
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Graham
does he have a spot tracker or will he be checking with you and you can post his position
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Cypress
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| Quote: | Originally posted by JZ
Some people get blood from riding a bicycle for the first time in a long time. |
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MikeYounghusband
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Good luck Matthew, when you get to Loreto I'll watch your stuff for you.
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Graham
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Matt has this GPS/messaging system by DeLorme:
http://shop.delorme.com/OA_HTML/DELibeCCtdItemDetail.jsp?ite...
I haven't received any email messages yet, but I did get a link to his track and current map position. I'll post that this evening after I secure
permission from him or his wife - they might want to remove some of the information before making it public.
Current position shows he retreated a little bit and pulled onto shore just before noon, close to the road, I'd guess around Huerfanito. Probably
taking his projected middle of the day break, and giving those kidneys a rest.
Wind and waves permitting, I imagine he'll run down to Gonzaga area this evening. Or he might want to just relax and enjoy a little beach time alone
after the all the rush and work crossing the border and getting the show on the water.
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Graham
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Thanks Mike. That will mean so much.
Maybe bring Don-Kay down to go fetch the gas and water... 
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Graham
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He's underway again. At 1:40 PM he's passing Isla San Luis.
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Graham
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And Sunday at 3 PM he's safely on the beach at the north end of Alphonsinas.
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Mulegena
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Mulege
I'll tell Tim and Lily and the folks at El Patron Restaurant down by the lighthouse to keep on the lookout for him.
"Raise your words, not your voice. It's rain that grows flowers, not thunder." ~Rumi
"It's the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it." ~ Aristotle
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David K
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Thanks Graham for lettings us hear of his progress... If his family okays it, please post the track here for us to follow, or the link anyway.
Alfonsina's is a great place to take a break... and 'Outboard Ed' Wills (The King of Gonzaga Bay) is there, too!
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chuckie
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Sounds like a fun trip, but to be honest, not very ardous (sp). Relative luxury compared to the guy that rowed a New England Dory down, or
Kayakers....I'll watch for him here at Mulege..Emergency Pacificos will be available.
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bajasuzie
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I've got his back in San Jose
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Graham
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Well, thanks everyone for all the offers of help. A heart-warming response from so many great Nomads.
Unfortunately, I just heard from Matthew's wife that the inflatable sustained some kind of damage which can't be easily repaired and he's had to
abandon the attempt. She doesn't think it involves any kind of air loss or leakage. We'll have to wait to get the story.
Here's the link tracking him down from San Felipe and to his location at Alphonsinas.
http://share.delorme.com/?MapId=5609e9e515c84f9980ee3d39cc79...
Well, as I said, there are no guarantees in Baja adventure... part of the attraction of the place. Another big attraction is the wonderful kindness of
most of the folks you meet.
So after what seemed like a very credible first day, I'm sure Matthew is absolutely deflated himself, but his immediate problem is he now has to get
back to the border and possibly leave the boat for a few days.
I'm sure he'd love to talk to anyone in the Gonzaga area and explore his options.
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sd
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Sorry to hear this Graham. I love Baja waters and was looking forward to following Matthew's trip.
Perhaps he will try again in the future.
Scot
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captkw
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DUH !!!
WHAT CAN YOU SAY ????
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