Saturday, 20 June 2026

Ad Lib 77

 

The weekend is here. Which means work to be done. For the skippers and preparateurs of the Glenans Sailing School.

The fleet has returned to Vannes. A jovial hubbub of fond farewells have been bidden. Between newfound brothers, and sisters, of the sea. The skippers are alone with their strangely silent craft.


 With practiced eyes, they survey the scene. Where to start? What to prioritise? Come what may, new clients are coming their way.


Some adopt a cerebral, paper based, approach to their preparations.


Others are instinctively more 'hands on.'


The fleet will celebrate tomorrow’s Summer Solstice at sea. Exploring the Golfe du Morbihan, and beyond. Sharing the wonders of a cruising life.


Across France, Fete de la Musique celebrations will be in full swing. For Vannes, the Midsummer Night festivities centre on the harbour. Where Stargazer and her skipper have secured a ringside seat. (Picture from La Rochelle, Fete de la Musique 2022)


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