Yes, I’m 80 years old. I could have put 70, 60, or even 50 and you’d believe it if you saw me. My doctor says I’m in better shape than most of his 50 year old patients.
I love the sea and I love sailing. I’m a USN Vietnam veteran, retired from a USDA conservation agency, married, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. I’m a happy, healthy guy who loves life, adventuresome, a certified SCUBA diver, clean and tidy, and can provide a lot of help with boat projects. I have received several COVID vaccinations and boosters. I live on a fixed income and can contribute a little toward boat expenses but can contribute more by being a competent, convivial, and dependable crew person.

I’ve made numerous boat deliveries up and down the West Coast of the US in both power and sail boats. I have crewed on power boats from 39’ - 72’ to and from various ports from SoCal to WA. I have also crewed sailboats from 28’ - 135’. on three Baja HaHa rallies, have completed two deliveries from mainland Mexico to California, chartered a 51’ Beneteau in the Greek Cyclades, and have transited the Panama Canal on the way to San Diego, CA. I deliverered a Transpac49 from HI to SoCal. Had to terminate a recent HI to Seattle delivery after 1000 miles due to watermaker breakdown. (1/23) Crewed on Valiant 40 from Bahia Tortugas to La Paz. Was refit coordinator on 44’ catamaran in Honolulu Boat Harbor (8/23) then crewed on her from HI to La Paz (6/24). I have done several Baja Bashes. Crossed the equator on a delivery from American Samoa to Honolulu (7/24).

Even though I skipper my own boat, I can take and follow orders without hesitation and can also lend my experience to a situation if asked. I have never been seasick and I don’t whine or complain. I drink socially but not underway and never to excess. I’m a pretty good cook especially if I have a recipe to follow. I can provide my sailing re’sume’ with references when requested.

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I’m in great physical, mental, and emotional shape. I’m fit, strong, and agile along with the other characteristics I checked above.

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As I mentioned above, I love the sea and I love sailing. I enjoy meeting people and visiting new places. Unfortunately, my own boat isn’t ready for extensive cruising so crewing is a viable alternative.