Gaviidae Sails
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Gaviidae is the Latin name for the Loon family, the state bird of Minnesota. We sail on Gaviidae, a 2003 Gozzard G41 sailboat currently in the Bahamas.
We sailed from Hopetown to Man-O-War Cay to attend a fund-raiser for the local school and explore the town.
Abacos – Man-O-War
Man-O-War Cay in the Abacos has its own unique charm, including being the only "dry" island in the Bahamas.
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August 18, 2025 at 7:16 PM
We sailed from Hopetown to Man-O-War Cay to attend a fund-raiser for the local school and explore the town.
Our first couple of weeks in the Abacos include friends (old an new), turtles, music, excellent food, and beautiful waters.
The Abacos
Our introduction to the Abacos features everything a sailor could wish for - beautiful blue skies and aquamarine waters along with true island experiences.
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August 14, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Our first couple of weeks in the Abacos include friends (old an new), turtles, music, excellent food, and beautiful waters.
The overall goal was getting Gaviidae to aquamarine water and palm trees. After three weeks of waiting for a good crossing window, our weatherman delivered.
Crossing the Stream
After three weeks waiting for a weather window, Dan and Julie aboard Gaviidae made it to the Abacos.
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August 5, 2025 at 8:04 PM
The overall goal was getting Gaviidae to aquamarine water and palm trees. After three weeks of waiting for a good crossing window, our weatherman delivered.
Florida! The last leg of our journey south to the Bahamas.
Florida – Southbound
The final stretch down the long coast of Florida before our jump across the Gulf Stream to the Bahamas
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May 15, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Florida! The last leg of our journey south to the Bahamas.
We found ourselves at Jekyll Island for Christmas, which turned out to be an excellent venue for the holiday. Bright lights, great company - perfect!
Christmas in Georgia
Our first Christmas on Gaviidae, on beautiful Jekyll Island and shared with great friends!
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April 28, 2025 at 3:48 PM
We found ourselves at Jekyll Island for Christmas, which turned out to be an excellent venue for the holiday. Bright lights, great company - perfect!
Daniel reminisces about his long-time friend, Charlie, and our visit to Bluffton, SC and Savannah, GE in December, 2024.
My Huckleberry Friend
Daniel reminisces about his long-time friend, Charlie, and our visit to Bluffton, SC and Savannah, GE in December, 2024.
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April 14, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Daniel reminisces about his long-time friend, Charlie, and our visit to Bluffton, SC and Savannah, GE in December, 2024.
Early Sunday morning SV Shadow and SV Gaviidae (both Gozzard G41 sailboats) left Lynyard Cay in the Abacos bound for Eleuthera. The morning greeted us with a full rainbow and a quick sun shower. By mid-morning both boats were under sail with the engines off. Glorious! #gaviidaesails
February 25, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Early Sunday morning SV Shadow and SV Gaviidae (both Gozzard G41 sailboats) left Lynyard Cay in the Abacos bound for Eleuthera. The morning greeted us with a full rainbow and a quick sun shower. By mid-morning both boats were under sail with the engines off. Glorious! #gaviidaesails
Carolina on my Mind
The journey through North and South Carolina showcased small town charm and natural beauty. The crew of Gaviidae faced varied weather conditions and navigated numerous bridges. Their adventures included beautiful anchorages, encountering wildlife, and celebrating Thanksgiving…
The journey through North and South Carolina showcased small town charm and natural beauty. The crew of Gaviidae faced varied weather conditions and navigated numerous bridges. Their adventures included beautiful anchorages, encountering wildlife, and celebrating Thanksgiving…
Carolina on my Mind
The journey through North and South Carolina showcased small town charm and natural beauty. The crew of Gaviidae faced varied weather conditions and navigated numerous bridges. Their adventures included beautiful anchorages, encountering wildlife, and celebrating Thanksgiving with fellow boaters.
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February 16, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Carolina on my Mind
The journey through North and South Carolina showcased small town charm and natural beauty. The crew of Gaviidae faced varied weather conditions and navigated numerous bridges. Their adventures included beautiful anchorages, encountering wildlife, and celebrating Thanksgiving…
The journey through North and South Carolina showcased small town charm and natural beauty. The crew of Gaviidae faced varied weather conditions and navigated numerous bridges. Their adventures included beautiful anchorages, encountering wildlife, and celebrating Thanksgiving…
My morning view while making coffee.
Black Sound-Green Turtle Cay-Abacos
Black Sound-Green Turtle Cay-Abacos
February 5, 2025 at 7:46 PM
My morning view while making coffee.
Black Sound-Green Turtle Cay-Abacos
Black Sound-Green Turtle Cay-Abacos
The Dismal Swamp along the Intracoastal Waterway is anything but dismal! If you like a slower pace and lots of natural beauty - take the Swamp route!
The Intracoastal Waterway and the Dismal Swamp
We returned to Gaviidae, to continue our journey south to the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Setting off on November 12, we navigated numerous anchorages, and enjoyed camaraderie with fellow sailors. Our trip involved traversing the Great Dismal Swamp and ending with a delightful experience in Elizabeth City, NC.
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January 20, 2025 at 7:37 PM
The Dismal Swamp along the Intracoastal Waterway is anything but dismal! If you like a slower pace and lots of natural beauty - take the Swamp route!
December 4, 2024 at 6:17 PM
November 21, 2024 at 3:35 PM
After ignoring X since it became X, GaviidaeSails has jumped onto the BlueSky bandwagon. Always game to try something new!
November 21, 2024 at 3:00 PM
After ignoring X since it became X, GaviidaeSails has jumped onto the BlueSky bandwagon. Always game to try something new!
November 18, 2024 at 9:20 PM