Crew Wanted: Leisurely sail down the east coast from Newport, RI to Florida, August 2013

[SailorKeddy]

Hello!

I am the owner of a 30' Allied Seawind ketch and would like a hand taking her south later on this summer. I have spent the past year refitting and upgrading her to be the seaworthy vessel to make this trip. As far as my qualifications go, I have over 8,000 nautical miles at sea (about half offshore), my 50 ton, Master captains license and experience in all types of vessels from dinghys to 100' classic sailing yachts and everything in between.

Although preferred, experience is not necessary, just a willingness to learn and follow direction. We will start in Newport, RI, head down Long Island sound to New York, then sail down to Norfolk, VA with a possible stopover in Cape May, NJ. From there we will motor for a few days on the ICW before heading back out into the Atlantic and shooting for Florida. We will most always be within sight of land, not push ourselves or the boat too hard, and sail to the weather, not a schedule! You (and maybe a friend or two) would be more than welcome to join for any part of the trip. I will pay all boat expenses such as fuel, repairs, any dock/mooring fees, etc, I only ask that we split food costs equally.

Please send me a message if you are interested in joining or have any questions, thanks!