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@hayles

Live-aboard, small business owner, BSc. The rest is ineffable...

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hayles
@hayles Dec 13, 2018, 7:55 AM UTC

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@hayles Oct 23, 2018, 8:45 PM UTC

Hull Hauntings

I often wonder what the walls - or rather hull of a boat would say if you asked her about her notable moments. Would tales of an equatorial crossing amuse her audience? Perhaps a Whale encounter of e…

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hayles
@hayles Oct 3, 2018, 7:55 PM UTC

Dog Days of Summer

Dogs do speak, but only to those who will listen. - Orhan Pamuk Henley and Rodney frolic about in a swimming hole near Goldstream Park. These two play hard, and I'm always amazed at their athletic pr…

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hayles
@hayles Sep 26, 2018, 8:57 PM UTC

Falling for Wing on Wing

To me wing on wing is an experience unlike any other. The sails feel like lungs. They breath peacefully with a steady downwind breeze and bring SV Tout Va Bien to life. Today I reveled in my good for…

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hayles
@hayles Sep 21, 2018, 9:00 PM UTC

A Cabin of Names

What's in a name? Is it tribute, strength, character, or even a wee giggle? While exploring Wallace Island in the southern gulf islands of BC I happened upon quite a treasure trove of boat names. The…

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hayles
@hayles Sep 18, 2018, 5:52 PM UTC

Sundown on Summer Adventures

I've been extremely fortunate this summer. I was able to cruise around the Gulf Islands, as well as up the west coast of Vancouver Island for two full months. It was a wonderful adventure and to be h…

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hayles
@hayles Jul 17, 2018, 8:57 PM UTC

Hanging Out With Dumpster Chickens On The Hook

These two beauties kept me company last night on the hook. As a young kid I learned to call them “Dumpster Chickens.” I know most people think of bald eagles with respect and admiration. Don’t get me…

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hayles
@hayles Jul 16, 2018, 6:05 PM UTC

Swiftsure International Yacht Race 2018

Two months ago I put my name into an online crew bank for the 75th Annual Swiftsure Yacht Race based out of Victoria BC. I was pretty fortunate to have a few Captains call on me - however I chose to…

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@hayles May 30, 2018, 7:28 PM UTC

Golden Burgees

I took this photo as I walked through the docks to find my ride for the 75th Swiftsure International Yacht Race. I was asked to crew aboard SV Northern Lights a week before the race. It was an obviou…

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@hayles May 24, 2018, 6:18 PM UTC

Reflection - Past, Present and Possibility

I walk with my dog Rodney daily. During our walks I contemplate many things; memories, struggles, victories, hopes, hurts and dreams. Some are more pertinent than others. It's a time where my mind ca…

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