Beaver Island Michigan

Haha, I've already got my Mary Ann, she's definitely up for an adventure, so that's one less choice to make. Thanks for the fantastic replies, everybody. One other thing, where do you launch at in St. James? Is there a courtesy dock nearby? Should I consider getting a slip at the marina just so I ca...

I do have a flare gun, that is a good suggestion. I also have at this point two years of sailing experience, well, almost two full sailing seasons, anyway. Pscott; Ditching a sailboat? What do you mean? I'll probably run it up on shore when I get to a beach/harbor I want to explore. The rudder and c...

So I can grab a handheld VHF unit and be good to go?

Hey everyone. I've been coming to BI for about five years now, and ever since I first set eyes on the place, it's been my dream to cruise around the archipelago. Last year I started learning sailing on a 14' dingy, this year I upgraded to a 16' boat that is larger, roomier, and heavier. I don't thin...