Saorsa II has been hauled out a Wiggers Custom Yachts and will be moved into indoor heated storage for the winter. This will allow a complete refinish of the deck to be undertaken over the winter season. Planned work includes complete removal of all hardware, repair and fairing of the deck, priming and painting, use of Treadmaster to renew the non-slip properties of the deck, and re-installation of deck hardware.

Time to work on repair and renewal of the deck.

Here comes Santa Claus.

Hogmanay celebrations and a Burns' Night Haggis.

Dreams of sunny skies, sparkling waters, and fair winds keep us warm.

A little early to start work, but it's time to start planning some of the commissioning work needed aboard Saorsa II to get ready for another busy season.

Time to get moving on some of the commissioning work needed aboard Saorsa II to get ready for another busy season.

Spring preparation and maintenance is an important aspect of Cruising under Sail. Lessons offered during spring will focus on the work needed to ensure the vessel is ready for sea.

And, finish off work aboard and get out sailing.

The peak season for saililng on Lake Ontario is June and July. At this time of year, the winds are at their most predictable and the weather most conducive to a fine saililng experience.

Gone sailing.

Relax in the summer sun. Post sail gin and tonic in the cockpit.

William's birthday month; it's the big six-oh this year. Time to squeeze in a few last outings aboard Saorsa II before the weather turns.

This month is the 204th Anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar and the death of Nelson. A commemorative cruise aboard Saorsa II is planned. Someone pipe "Up Spirits".