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Natalie2018 · 16-12-2018, 10:34

Hello I hope somebody can help. My father, Bob Smith who lives aboard his catamaran Pantera has not been in touch with his family for probably 3 months. He can usually be found in the La Paz area but travels along the coast under threat of hurricane etc. If anybody can give me any information on his whereabouts and if he is ok please please get in touch with me via email lyle-natalie@shaw.ca.

Thank you,
Natalie

**JPA Cate** · 16-12-2018, 12:42

Natalie,

I don't mean to be cruel, but suppose he does not want to be found?

Hurricane season is over for the season, now, it would be unlikely to have one in the Golfo de California this late, although (of course) is might happen, just wouldn't be my worry.

If this is on the up and up, and you really want to find him, go yourself, and look. Boats congregate in anchorages (and usually, people re-supply in towns they like.)

Ann

Natalie2018 · 16-12-2018, 13:17

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Originally Posted by JPA Cate

Natalie,

I don't mean to be cruel, but suppose he does not want to be found?

Hurricane season is over for the season, now, it would be unlikely to have one in the Golfo de California this late, although (of course) is might happen, just wouldn't be my worry.

If this is on the up and up, and you really want to find him, go yourself, and look. Boats congregate in anchorages (and usually, people re-supply in towns they like.)

Ann

Ann my father has lived in Mexico for over 10 years and up till now he has always been in touch. I’m soliciting info from those who may know have seen him or know him. Your assumption is not correct and I can only assume that perhaps you don’t want to be found.

CapnSparky · 16-12-2018, 15:06

Have you tried "Club Cruceros" there in La Paz? They also have a facebook page. I remember your Dad and his anchored boat well but I left there some time back....good luck!

SV THIRD DAY · 16-12-2018, 21:24

I'm manager of the Morning cruisers net and will put out a call for Bob on the morning net tomorrow. Please send me an email directly so I can send you any info I find.

Email me at:
Info@LaPazCruisersSupply.com

We have known Bob for years and he's a Great guy.

Natalie2018 · 16-12-2018, 21:33

Thank you so much for your help!!

Natalie

zeehag · 17-12-2018, 06:42

i am in mazatlan. i know bob and pantera.. chuck, alhambra of morning net here has the information at present and will announce this.
i hope he is in good shape and ok.

Hardhead · 17-12-2018, 08:23

Please keep us posted - and I hope it turns out well soon. I just read an article about your Dad and Pantera, and he easily strikes one as a great person and a hardy character.

zeehag · 17-12-2018, 08:31

there was nothing on morning mazatlan net. but bob doesnot usually hit mazatlan as i recall. he does get to la cruz and barra/melaque.
once i recharge my telephone with illimitado i will call some friends in san blas and other areas to see if they have seen or heard him. the folks in sandblast were in la paz one week ago.

this is time of year for sail migration and many can or may hear or see what we need to hear or see.

bob is a responsible cruiser keeping in touch with his important folks, inclusive of family.

i added his descriptors to a fb group called missing and overdue yachts worldwide.

bradfordharley · 17-12-2018, 08:36

We departed the Bay of La on the 19th of October, and at that time Bob was still in the Bay of LA and doing fine. Another boat left a week or so after me, and Bob was still there. We have not seen him since, but I do know he made it through the hurricane season.

Brad
SV Perspective

Natalie2018 · 17-12-2018, 08:46

Thank you everyone for your thoughts and for getting the word out. What a great community this is��

Natalie

Natalie2018 · 17-12-2018, 08:50

Thank you very much, I appreciate your help.

Natalie

RobTryon · 17-12-2018, 10:04

Hi Natalie2018, this is LaDonna Bubak, Rob's wife and former editor at Latitude 38 sailing mag. I've contacted Richard Spindler (founder of Latitude), who knows Bob, but hasn't seen him for a couple of years. He's going to reach out to someone actively cruising in the Sea of Cortez. I've also forwarded this thread to the current staff at Latitude 38. Hopefully enough people can get the word out that you'll hear good news from your dad soon!