Checking in was a stressful time. The boat had BVI inspections that lasted until after 1pm, and distracted the maintenance crew from completing a lot of tasks. We had all of our stuff to move onboard, the full pre-cruise inspection, inventory check, as well as following up on the work orders of items to be fixed. David, the guy in charge of the work was nice, but every time I asked if something was fixed I would just get a ‘oh dat, dat no problem. I checked it’. So we really didn’t know what was and wasn’t done. Our food was delivered during the check in, adding to the hectic state. We had to wait for our cruising permits and propane tanks, and it was after 5 when we finally had things ready to go. The wind was still blowing on to the dock, but not as strong as the day before. The twin engines worked just like they are supposed to, and we were able to use an aft spring and spin right around to head off the dock and out around the moorings. We headed our around Beef Island and toward Trellis Bay. Noah and Delaina (yes, even Delaina) ride on the trampolines the whole way and have a blast as the waves splash up. We arrive about 6:20 with just enough light to see that there are a lot of boats in the bay. Against all odds, we spot the last mooring ball, zip in and tie off without incident, just as the light was fading. Success! we are officially on our cruise. We settle for a quick hot dog dinner, as we sit and let the stress of the day slip away. Evening was spent laying on the trampoline looking at stars.
So far, most things on the boat are working. The freezer works while the port engine is running, but I don’t think David fixed the DC compressor as he was supposed to. Will need to check this in morning. Overall, the boat is great. Tons of room, and the layout is comfortable and easy to get around.
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