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We awoke to a bright orange sunrise. The air warmed as the sun climbed higher and the crew jumped and dived off the boat into clear and calm turquoise waters. The boat was anchored in an inlet and moored from the stern to a rock ashore. Snokeling along the shore you could see down 20 meters and observe the wonderful colours of the small fish we found as they dashed before you. Soon it was time for breakfast out in the cockpit. Lots of fruit and fresh Greek yoghurt and of course good old British tea. After a cup (or three) we made the boat ready for sea and raised the anchor. Nosing out into the Aegean the wind had not yet arrived so we made progress on the motor. About 11am we saw the first flurries of wind on the surface of the calm flat sea. As the wind increased we raised the sails and we were soon making good speed without the engine. The silence was only broken by the swish of water under the hull. SKIPPERED CHARTER "CANOPUS" is a well-equipped Moody 44, and quite a roomy yacht so that 6 people can sail in relative comfort. She has room for 4 guests in two cabins, one double in the bow and one with two bunk berths. The skippers cabin is aft. Six on board a yacht is an ideal number and allows for each crew member to have some private space at some time during the day. We accept children with their parents about 9 years onwards and those we have had have had a great time. She is currently in the South Aegean and will be sailing in Greece and Turkey in 2009. There is no set timetable. Where possible we will allocate periods to suit you. We aim to start around mid April. Prices are for one week but we welcome and encourage longer stays. Cheap flights are available on the Internet and should be booked within a few weeks of departure. Further advice will be given on booking. Transfers are usually arranged by crew members. A hire car may be possible at your expense. Otherwise use an airport taxi or bus. We have tried to keep prices low and they cover the berth and the skipper. All other costs are payable on board. These include food and drink, mooring fees, fuel charges and breakages. All sailings will be determined by the current weather. Above all we aim to have fun with everyone having a go! Anyone wishing to take on the responsibilities of skipper can do so, but under supervision. Other crew members can be taught new skills as required. There will be plenty of opportunity to go ashore and to relax in anchorages. Life jackets are provided together with harnesses. You will need some light waterproofs but full ocean gear is generally not needed. Most of the time you will be in T-shirts and shorts. Deck shoes or trainers (with non marking soles) should be brought. Duvets are available together with linen. Please however bring your own towels. You will be encouraged to become an active crewmember and learn to use all the equipment. You will also be expected to consider others on board at all times. All equipment on board should be respected and cared for. Any breakages or losses should be advised to the skipper as soon as they occur. The boat and all equipment will need to be kept clean. Smoking is allowed in the cockpit area BUT with due regard for others. ABOUT THE SKIPPER My name is Ian and I have been sailing for at least 35 years. I have owned 4 boats from 25 feet to the present Moody 44. I have had a boat in the Western Mediterranean since 1998 where I have cruised extensively. My qualifications include a commercially endorsed RYA/MCA Yachtmaster Offshore + Cruising Instructor. I ran a small sailing school and charter business for a while in the West Country and I have instructed for the last 8 years. I have also been a yacht delivery skipper. THE BOAT The Moody 44 was built with roller reefing genoa and in-mast furling/reefing main. It has a forward cabin: 2 single 'V' berths with infill to convert to a double, hanging locker. Opening deck hatch, en suite access to forward shower/toilet. Starboard Guest Cabin: Twin bunk berths. Hanging locker. Opening deck hatch. Forward heads: washbasin, marine toilet and separate shower, hot and cold pressurised water, doors from fore cabin and saloon. Saloon: 'C' shaped curved settee with folding leaf dining table, lockers and shelves, 2 built-in easy chairs with contoured arm and backrest cushions, opening deck hatch. Galley: Twin stainless steel sinks, hot and cold pressurised water, large refrigerated ice box, insulated food store, cooker, worktops both sides, generous stowage lockers for food, crockery and pans, drawers for cutlery. Aft stateroom en suite shower/toilet compartment with marine wc, wash-basin, shower, opening portlight. PRINCIPAL DIMENSIONS LOA 13.10m 43'0" LWL 10.97m 36'0" Beam 4.17m 13'8" Draft (shoal keel) 1.50m 4'11" Displacement (shoal) 10,717 kg 23,631 lbs Ballast (shoal) 4,254 kg 9,380 lbs TANKAGE Water 454 ltr 100 gal / 120 US gal Fuel 318 ltr 70 gal / 84 US gal SAIL AREAS Roller Genoa 58.59m² 630 sq ft In-Mast Furling Genoa 33.85m² 364 sq ft ENGINE Perkins Prima M60 60hp diesel engine. Test Reports: Yachting World 1992. Yachting Monthly 1994. To order test reports please phone: IPC Copy Service +44 (0)1202 440832 | |||||
TRAINING Informal training can be given at any level up to Yachtmaster. It should be noted however that no RYA certificates can be issued but a letter of competence can be issued which will be useful for assessment purposes when undertaking any future training with a recognised RYA registered school. TARIFF We charge by berth and try to keep costs down as far as possible. Berths are only: £250 per person for 7 days. Deposit: A 25% deposit is payable on booking. Receipt of the deposit secures a booking. The news page will be updated on the boat’s progress. | |||||
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