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Fond Memories and memorable experience while in the Bahamas Dear Brian and Pilgrim enthusiasts, I wanted to share my 2018 adventure while the Admiral and I were cruising in the Bahamas with REAL MOUNTIE...

One great advantage with the PILGRIM 40 with the full keel is the 3' 6" draft. My wife was having respiratory difficulties. I had to get to Treasure Cay medical clinic from NoName Cay at low tide and the shortest passage was the Don't me Rock passage. Usually, this is not the preferred route at...

Her name is Calliope. Indeed with the original boat tender with sail! https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMJ5uBMY2gkk8hy9vG_6b7ubYVleXTjOj6QrhA0VIxEhij9itORPolG5p-ANunPnQ?key=cWlyeURSQU1NOVFidHh0Q1VWamppdllRMWhjWlNB Cruising on a Pilgrim 40 is like owning a dog, according to Mary...

Looks like RIVER OTTER...Hull No 26 https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMgtMxWCg6jMT_b2r8EM6WSxPqnYyUyfIBUjsiPrz9hJ62UPN5yD4jEYr-UmbOz9g?key=ZXp3cGZVWmJNNFdUTXkxMnY5ZzY1a0VEWjlLcnlB

Hello George, Yes I did read the book and have contacted Don Wallace when I was looking for the right boat that fit our needs. I was inspired and Don had a great influence in waiting for buying the right PILGRIM 40. I am of the opinion that who ever want to invest in a quality vintage FRB hull...

This one is quite beautiful! MobyDuck...

Greetings Dave, how nice to find out how small the cruising world is! Cruising the Erie canal was so memorable for my wife and I. Sylvan Beach and Verona Beach were extraordinary experiences for us.

Greetings FlyWright, I agree with you about dancing (swaying) this is why I use two snubbers tied to the port and starboard cleats to reduce the motion. I also had to relocate on many occasions and avoided crowdy anchorages. I accepted this handicap as a trade off with the comfort. In my years...

Comments Great explaination and useful comments! Thank you! Kind regards! Normand

A PILGRIM 40 is quite an interesting boat. A comfortable floating condo and ideal canal boat for coastal cruising!

What is my DREAM BOAT? I lived with my dream boat for the past 10 years and it is a PILGRIM 40 they are slow but safe. I my wife and I cruised over 10 000 nautical miles on the New-York, Erie, Oswego canals, the East coast including the Bahamas: REAL MOUNTIE's Adventures * Les Aventures du REAL...

Why we bought a Pilgrim 40?... We are still enjoying our Pilgrim 40. Why we bought a Pilgrim 40?... My wife Lise and I had lived respectively a long and exciting careers. We wanted a new way of living in seeking a pleasure craft that could provide us the ultimate retirement adventure, an...

"Boat Search 101" update Why we bought a Pilgrim 40?... My wife Lise and I had lived respectively a long and exciting careers. We wanted a new way of living in seeking a pleasure craft that could provide us the ultimate retirement adventure, an alternative home and a memorable summer residence...

Thank you for your help! Hello John, Thank you for your kind advice. Unfortunatly, due to my wife illness. I have decided to return to Lake Champlain, NY in order to benefit the season and to be close to the Canadian border. My wife will no longer be able to travel for periods longer than 21...

Dear Trawler Forum members. I would appreciate any suggestions for a yard in Florida that permits to stay on board for a period of time I am planning our return from the Bahamas to Port St-Lucie or Fort Pierce. I need to have our vessel hauled-out for insurance survey and storage with straps...

Suggestions for a yard in Florida that permits to stay on board for a period of time Dear Trawler Forum members. I am planning our return from the Bahamas to Port St-Lucie or Fort Pierce. I need to have our vessel hauled-out for insurance survey and storage with straps for hurricane season...

We are presently in Marsh Harbour, ABACO enjoying the good time! We have a 3 feet and 6 inches draft and we are happy to find anchoring having 3 feet under the keel! So draft WAS a definite requirement to consider in buying our vessel. You may refer to ...

Finding the boat that fits your needs! We are in the opinion that you look for the boat that fits yours needs. We did our search for over 2 years until we found ours. We are extremely happy with our choice. Not to big and lots of room in the engine compartment. You must be comfortable in...

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Green Cove Springs, Large dry storage facility Hello Donsan! Could it be this place? https://activecaptain.com/quickLists/marina.php?name=Green_Cove_Springs_Marina_Green_Cove_Springs_FL&i=4127786651 This is where my insurance broker suggested but after ready the latest comments, I have...

Form 8840 - does not waive if you exceed 183 days Hello The Other Gary! Thank you for sharing your comments. I do not interpret the narrative the same way... I cannot agree with the waiving as I file my 8840 since 2009. And unless you convince me with more arguments i firmly believe that...