April 9-10, 2015
On our way south, we blew past Tarawa, but the wind ran out on us in southern Kiribat. So, we stopped at Onotoa, and since we didn’t have permission to be there, we weren’t sure if they’d let us stay, but a visit from the local police was pleasant and they said we could stay to wait for wind.
Logbook – April 9, 2016 (Onotoa)
Daily Notes
- AM squall with rain and south wind. Light and variable the rest of the day
- T – spearfished w/ locals
- Police came out to Exodus – took our passport #’s and said we could stay
- T/B visit village, tour, amazing rope swing
Email to Family and Friends Dated April 9, 2016
Subject: Exodus – Anchored at Onotoa
Yesterday, we made it to about within 3 miles of the island of Onotoa by the time the wind had died down, and after overcoming some drama on the final approach which included the starboard engine not starting and a squall with 20-25 kt winds out of a totally unexpected direction (south) we dropped anchor in the late afternoon. We are anchored roadside, on the outside of the lagoon, since we don’t have permission to be here we don’t want to be too pushy.
There’s not too much else to write, except it was great to get a good night’s sleep last night.
Love and miss you all,
-D.
Logbook – April 10, 2016 (Onotoa)
Daily Notes
- 2 boys from village play on Exodus
- T/A clean hull
- Lost blue paddle board 😦
Gresham Family Exodus 