Sunday, March 1, 2009

Shakedown Cruise on the Ruthie Marie


Shakedown cruise on the "Ruthie Marie" - sailing Charlotte Harbor. New Chartplotter will make it easy for folks to navigate the shallows and to sneak into private beachs! She sails like a champ!

American Sailing Association




Seems like the ASA Flotilla in Pine Island Sound was a success! If you are interested in participating next year, please email us and we'll provide you with all the info you need to join in!
Click here FMI http://www.asa.com/Flotilla_2009/pine_isl_flotilla09.html


Renting Catalina 22 for Half Day and Full Days

We'll be renting out this vessel for both half day ($150) and full day ($180) bareboat charters. If you want a fun sail on Charlotte Harbor, we have one of the few small boats you can day rent or take it for an overnight if you wish. There is plenty to do and to see. If you love nature, this is absolutely for you!!

Sunset over Pine Island


Truly a remarkable sight. We sailed over to Gasparilla, did a little fishing, caught a couple trout and released them. We are planning a sail to Cayo Costa next week to kick around on the beaches - some of the finest and most private in the world. We have posted a bunch of info on our website (http://www.sailcharlotteharbor.com) to get a feel for what the sailing is like and what to do. Here is a taste....

Cayo Costa State Park
www.floridastateparks.org/cayocosta/default.cfm
With nine miles of beautiful beaches and acres of pine forests, oak-palm hammocks, and mangrove swamps, this barrier island park is a Gulf Coast paradise. The park is accessible only by private boat or ferry. Visitors may see manatees and pods of dolphins in the waters around the park, as well as a spectacular assortment of birds. On the island, visitors can swim or snorkel in the surf, enjoy the sun.

Sebago Sailing opens new location in Bokeelia Florida


We'll now be sailing out of Jug Creek on Pine Island Florida aboard our Catalina 22'. The sailing in Charlotte Harbor ranks among the 10 best places to sail according to Sail Magazine.