Rounding Cape Caution

June 2

Alex and David left Lewis Bay early in some fog and drizzle and headed north toward Cape Caution, which is a headland along the Central Coast of British Columbia. It is the point where Queen Charlotte Strait meets Queen Charlotte Sound, named by British maritime explorer George Vancouver in May 1793 for the turbulent waters and rocky coastline found in the vicinity.

David writes: “Rounding Cape Caution the seas were calm with a slight following breeze. There were rolling swells from the Pacific and showers all around. We got few sprinkles but the overcast skies gave us only one third the power we needed. Good thing we had stored up some solar energy earlier. Between Cape Caution and Egg Island we saw more activity than all the rest of day. 3 tugs with barges, 3 tugs without barges, and a Coast Guard helicopter landed and took off. Tomorrow depends on wind, tides, and sunshine!”
After rounding Cape Caution, they crossed Smith Sound and anchored in Millbrook Cove for the night. They said it’s a beautiful spot, and they got to watch lots of eagles. It was a very long, 12-hour day of cruising.

As expected, they have lost cell coverage now and are still getting used to using the satellite phone.

June 1: Route from Growler Bay to Lewis Cove with stop at Telegraph Cove

June2: Route from Lewis Cove, around Cape Caution, to Millbrook Cove