A Grand Day Out

Everyone piled into one of Gini and Colleen's cars, a new Flex. It was already set up with a dog bed in the back, which comfortably transported our pooches. After about a 90 minute road trip we were unloading stuff at the PYC, the Portland Yacht Club on the Columbia River. The ladies have a house for their boat, which doubles as their 3rd garage. Yes. Third.

They have a Ranger 27, which is like a tug boat. We got on, threw the lines, and away we went. We took an hour long ride to reach the Willow Bar Islands, where the PYC has a private dock. They're in the process of upgrading it. Currently there's a small building with tables for events, and they're adding a large floating deck.

Across the street is a small market. We bought some sammiches and chips and drinks, then headed back to the boat for lunch. After eating, and a bit of chatting with other boaters moored, we started the return trip.

After the ship was safely in its home we headed back to theirs. Everyone took showers and freshened up. We had dinner and drinks at La Margarita, their favorite Mexican restaurant. We thoroughly enjoyed the food and the company.

Even the dogs had a grand day out.

The Echo in the boat house

Docked at the Island

Colleen and Gini

Packing out to head back