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SALTY STATE OF MIND
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This is a blog to give friends and loved ones an opportunity to view the progress of the sailing adventures of Captain Don Montgomery and The Admiral Lana Nelson.
Recent Posts
Hauling Out Mary Rose V - Westsail 32
We have heard from many of you that our blog is long over due for an update. Well the reason for no recent updates is not for lack of activity but becasue we have been very very busy. We have both been working long hard hours at JOBS and also on our ...
Mast Compression Post – Westsail 32 – Inspection and Replacement
Mast Compression Post – Westsail 32 – Inspection and ReplacementThe mast compression post has been of concern for some time now. The overriding evidence that there may be a problem occurred the first time we tightened down the rig for open water ...
Old Tampa Bay Waterspout
Nature is a wonderful gift and the amazing part of this gift is how simple it is to receive. I recently realized how easy it is for me to get wrapped up in this thing we call life. I think at some point we all get wrapped up in everyday living and en...
Westsail 32 Lazarette - Lewmar Replacement
The original fiberglass and teak lazarette hatch cover was very sturdy and served it’s intended purpose well. However, with the recent modifications to the cockpit area it was a bit too large and bulky. We wanted to reclaim the cockpit area to make...
Westsail 32 - Stainless Steel Fabrication - Stern Arch - Boom Gallows - Project Complete
Stainless Steel Fabrication - Stern Arch – Boom Gallows – Project CompleteWe have made previous posts as this project progressed and now we are happy to report that the project is complete.Overview:The new stern arch is a base support for radar, ...
Westsail Rendezvous
2009 Florida West Coast RendezvousThe 2009 Florida West Coast Rendezvous was held on June 12-14, 2009 at the Harborage Marina in St. Petersburg, Florida. Lana and I were the hosts for this event. The gathering was well attended with over thirty peop...

