Quincy to Duxbury Open Ocean Voyage

In September, 1995 Walter Crow skippered his "Upstart Crow" (MS #102) to what might be a modern day record for a non-stop offshore Melonseed voyage. Walter left Quincy Bay, Massachusetts at 8 am, sailed out to sea, down the coast past 8 coastal towns, and landed at sunset 10 hours and 36 nautical miles later in Duxbury Bay!

Sea and wind conditions were not for the faint of heart. The after-effect ocean swells from recent hurricanes were running 6', and winds averaged 12 knots with gusts to 20! Walter, a seasoned and capable sailor reported that the boat performed wonderfully in spite of the weather - the complete log of his journey is fascinating.

It's not how big your boat is, it's how safe, sea-kindly and manageable. Three huge cheers for Walter and also for "Upstart Crow".