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 & fine-tuning of gear & equipment, and getting to know the new boat & all of its quirks & quarks …finally Spirit Bear was ready to set sail. 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…