The day started innocently enough. We were treated to a spectacular sunset and no winds at all. Henc, the decision to push off. Today's quest was to get to the start of the Northeast Passage which according to our guide books is a bear. Due to yesterday,s storm we weren't sure that we should enter the Passage until tomorrow or the next day, but thought to get near the start for an immediate deployment when the weather calmed down. Well, well, the seas were reasonable so instead of waiting we charged ahead. The seas soon rose to 5-6 feet and for 25 miles we bounce around. At this writing we are safely done with what is supposed to be out greatest challenge.
All afternoon we have been in Collins Inlet. This is more like a twenty mile river with sheer granite walls, a deep channel and no obstructive rocks. I actually felt guilty as it is soooooo beautiful and easy to navigate. It is about 200-300 feet wide and very primative. The forest is mostly evergreen , but the maples are turning red and the sun is shining and we are feeling pretty smug. We have found an ideal anchorage behind Keyhole Island.
For the last two days we have constantly had the heater on , but tonight the AC will go for a spell before it gets cooler. Marti is cooking a chicken stew. There is probably just enough time for a dip before supper.
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