BareBoating

With all thanks To "Nautical Bob", I was privileged to be part of the adventure of a lifetime. I was the official photographer for: "How To Bareboat" It's easier than you think. For seven days in the British Virgin Islands, I was photographing the beautiful scenery and adventures of the islands aboard a 43 foot mono-hull sailboat. This might not be "National Geographic", but I sure can pretend.

Photos - Mike Howard

How to Bareboat will feature beautiful photos of BVI scenes and action by Mike Howard, a beach portrait and wedding photographer in Cocoa Beach, Florida. He is a member of the elite Canon Professional Services group. Mike was chosen for this project primarily for his skill in working in the bright sun on beaches and near the water. He is also a rookie sailor and first time visitor to the BVI. We want to capture the first-timers impressions of this paradise and Mike is perfect for the job. As a PARROTHEAD** and guitar player, Mike also is in charge of "tunes" for the research cruise.

Now Available:

Take a trip to the BVI with How to Bareboat thru the eyes of Michael Howard Photography. My DVD of the BVI to the music of Tropical Motivation is now available for purchase. 150 handpicked images and the wonderful music of Tropical Motivation will take you to the islands whether you have been there or not. This DVD retraces our charts from Tortola to Cooper Island.

This DVD retails for: $15.95 (includes shipping) and is available by calling: 321-258-7122 or by email. Check out a sample of the DVD by clicking on the hammock photo. Tropical Motivation and the song: "Permanent Hammock Lines"

Please Visit "Nautical Bob" at www.howtobareboat.com

From the website: "How To BareBoat"

In September 2008, we went to the British Virgin Islands to verify our facts and finalize our recommendations for the best of the BVI for you. Shortly, How to Bareboat...It's easier than you think will be ready for launch. It features:

	qualifying to skipper your own yacht
	choosing a boat and cruise mates
	what to pack and what to leave home
	day-by-day Float Plans™
	menus and provisioning lists
	tips on elegant and efficient living aboard
	recommended products and gear that works best
	foreword by Greg Fisher, North Sails
	restaurant guide
	top snorkeling spots

How to Bareboat...It's easier than you think will help you complete your sailing resume so you can qualify as skipper of a beautiful charter boat. Catamaran or mono-hull? You will learn how to choose the right boat for your party. We'll help you plan your itinerary, develop menus and provisioning lists, offer hints on how to pack, what is essential and what NOT to bring.

We provide specific information according to your interests:

	Family Cruisers
	Party Animals
	Honeymooners
	SCUBA Divers and Snorkelers

How to Bareboat...It's easier than you think, offers recommendations for day-by-day sailing destinations for 7 and 10 day vacations. These Float Plans™ are complete with menus matched to shopping lists to make provisioning your yacht a breeze. We will even put you in the right place when you need to dump your garbage or replenish the beer and ice supplies.

We can recommend the best deals on shopping and dining ashore. We know where to find the best lobsters or that "Cheeseburger in Paradise." We know where the parties will be and also where the secluded beaches and most romantic harbors are found.

We'll show you where to get the best "painkillers" - the trade-mark drink of the BVI. And we can direct you to the legendary Soggy Dollar bar that originated them:

How to Make a Painkiller

2 oz dark rum (Pusser's preferred)
3 oz Pineapple Juice
1 oz Orange Juice
1 oz Cream of Coconut

Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with an orange wedge, a cherry and a dash or two of nutmeg.

Go out and get the ingredients, mix up a couple and come back to the website...