March 17, 2011

Caribbean Course

We kicked off the season with our first class of 2011. Since February is a little chilly around here, we sent our classes down to the British Virgin Islands, where we filled three boats with eager students.

We were a little worried about everyone's flights, as there were many closures throughout the US due to snow. Luckily, all the students and instructors made it safely to the sunshine!


Hope's first time sailing, and she is loving it!


One class exploring the baths in Virgin Gorda.



I spot a rainbow!

Yum!!


"The highlight of the trip for me was swimming with some dolphins that came into Diamond Cay on Jost Van Dyke on Saturday morning March 5th. The group of them were first spotted by our flotilla-mates on Vive la Liberte and they eventually made their way right up to our boat. Walt got some video footage, but then they just kept hanging around, so he and I decided to get into the water with them. They swam within a few feet of us and looked right at us in our masks and snorkels! The group included a mother and her calf. They were beautiful animals to see up close; an unforgettable experience!" - Brian (pictured above with Jenn)