It is the Fourth of July, 2017 and I drinking espresso on ice and grabbing a bowl of yogurt and cereal while I take advantage of the free WIFI at Cafe L’Oubli in St. Barts. My friends often ask what about hurricanes? And my cruising friends ask where will you spend “the season”? At the moment I have three guest teenagers on board, and I was updating their parents on how we are handling the possible storm.

It is 6 am, and before anyone else woke up, I wanted to write this note to think over the last year of adventure together. There is a minor tropical wave rolling by overhead with grey sullen skies, winds gusting in the high 20s, rain and thunder. Drinking my cold-brew iced coffee and with RUSH playing it is the perfect mood to reflect. A year ago our home was Austin.

Where is Ad Astra now? Where is Ad Astra planning to go next? 2018 Summer Hurricane Season (July to November) Rio Dulce, Gautemala 2018-2019 Winter Season (November to Feburary) The Greater Mayan Riveria 2019 Spring Season (March - May) Florida 2019 Summer Season (June - Aug) East-wise Atalantic crossing

Boutique Sailing Charters Way, way off the beaten path! We offer private, custom sailing adventures for individuals, couples and families. We have 1 or 2 cabins available and that each sleep 2 and have their own adjoined private bathroom. We are especially happy to have families with children to share these blue water experiences. Adventure on Ad Astra is by invite or recommendation. Ask Ross how to get an Invite on Ad Astra