Vancouver, BC (Sep 15/24) – After what seemed like forever preparing the new boat for travel; lots of cleaning, outfitting the galley (kitchen), installing new gear, repairing, and getting to know the new boat, etc …finally Spirit Bear was ready to set sail. Spirit Bear at dock in False Creek It was a clear sunny day in mid-September, light winds & fair seas, typical fall weather on the coast of Vancouver. Much excitement and pent up anticipation of their first overnight excursion made for a fun adventure. The maiden voyage would be a simple three day cruise to a nearby cove on the southeast tip of Gambier Island …Halkett Bay…