26º 7.344' N | 80º 8.364' W | Summer Kai | After a great winter in Florida, Summer Kai is headed to Newport, RI where we will finally move onto the boat. We plan to leave Fort Lauderdale around May 15th and we'll use Newport Shipyard as our home base for the summer. Keala (13) will be at camp near Lake Placid for a few weeks but then she'll join Summer (5), Christa and I. If you're in the Newport area this summer look us up as we are total newbies to the area. You can learn more about us at: www.sailsummerkai.com | almost 8 years ago | Show
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26º 6.15' N | 80º 7.53' W | Summer Kai | Summer Kai is finally in the Bahamas. After an absolutely beautiful crossing from Fort Lauderdale, we are now hanging out in Chub Cay. We plan to continue moving south and are looking for other "Kid" boats for our two girls, aged 14 & 6. It's so great to be swimming in the warm water! | over 7 years ago | Show
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26º 6.15' N | 80º 7.53' W | Summer Kai | The crew of Summer Kai is so happy to be in warmer weather! We'll be in Fort Lauderdale for the next ten days or so before heading out to the Bahamas. We plan to work our way south for the winter. Feel free to connect with us, especially if you have kids! | over 7 years ago | Show
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25º 24.618' N | 77º 54.3' W | Summer Kai | Farkwar got the coordinates wrong. Here's where we are! | over 7 years ago | Show
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25º 4.95' N | 77º 19.308' W | Summer Kai | After way too much time in Nassau, we are finally headed south. We'll begin exploring the Exumas on Friday after a brief trip to Rose Island. We're on the hunt for kid boats as our 2 girls (14 & 6) are looking for friends. Our itinerary is totally flexible so we can come to you. Hope everyone is staying safe! | about 7 years ago | Show
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25º 29.628' N | 76º 51.546' W | Summer Kai | Summer Kai is heading to the Abaco's for a few weeks and then back down to Eluthera or back to the Exumas. Looks like we're going to go North this spring as Keala got into prep school! We are excited for her but that means Grenada will have to wait until next year. Always on the hunt for kid boats with our two girls (14 & 6). | almost 7 years ago | Show
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24º 42.36' N | 76º 49.212' W | Summer Kai | We are tucked into Highbourne Cay marina to wait out the blow and then headed south to Norman's or Shroud Cay early next week. We have two kids on board, both girls (6&14), and we are on the hunt for more friends. We are currently buddy boating with Free Spirit who has a 6-year-old girl on board as well. Let us know if you'll be in the area and would like to connect. | about 7 years ago | Show
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34º 43.662' N | 76º 39.162' W | Summer Kai | Arrived at Beaufort City Docks this afternoon after a great sail from Fort Lauderdale. Boat is running beautifully and we averaged about 8 knots for the trip. Tommorrow we head around Hatteras and into the Chesapeake. Newport here we come! | almost 8 years ago | Show
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34º 43.662' N | 76º 39.162' W | Summer Kai | After a fast sail from Fort Lauderdale we're spending the night at City Docks here in Beaufort before we head around Hatteras tomorrow. Summer Kai sailed beautifully and we averaged over 7 knots for the run. Happy campers! See you in Newport. | almost 8 years ago | Show
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25º 29.88' N | 76º 38.28' W | Summer Kai | Ok, one more try! Happy Holidays Everyone! Summer Kai successfully navigated the Devil's Backbone and now we're hanging out on Harbour Island until after Christmas. The weather is amazing and I know the kids will enjoy the pink sand beach and we'll enjoy the cold cocktails! If there are any kid boats in the vicinity we'd love to connect. Our girls are 6 & 14 and are up for an adventure! | about 7 years ago | Show
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39º 16.902' N | 76º 36.498' W | Summer Kai | Have really enjoyed the Baltimore Inner Harbor but it's time to move south! | over 7 years ago | Show
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38º 56.934' N | 76º 33.246' W | Summer Kai | Pier 7, South River, Edgewater MD | over 8 years ago | Show
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38º 56.724' N | 76º 32.19' W | Summer Kai | This is a test. | over 8 years ago | Show
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24º 16.704' N | 76º 31.56' W | Summer Kai | Summer Kai has found two buddy boats and we are hanging at Compass Cay tonight. Tomorrow we'll head to the 5F Festival on Little Farmer's Cay. We have two daughters (6&14) and are looking for more buddy boats. Our friends have 6 year-old girls so it's been fun. [ps- I don't know why I cant get the coordinates right!] | about 7 years ago | Show
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38º 58.59' N | 76º 28.878' W | Summer Kai | After hanging out in the Annapolis mooring field for nearly three weeks, we are now comfortably docked at the Inn at Perry Cabin in St. Michaels, MD. We met so many great people and had some great play dates at the Boat Show but it's time for quiet, small town hospitality. | over 7 years ago | Show
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37º 1.032' N | 76º 20.592' W | Summer Kai | Summer Kai had an uneventful rounding of Cape Hatteras (YAY!). We caught a few fish (Black Fin Tuna and a Mahi) and had a nice 20 knot breeze with a following sea to push us into the Chesapeake. Tonight we are tucked into Bluewater Marina in Hampton. It's cold here! Looking forward to making our way toward Cape May via the C&D canal. | almost 8 years ago | Show
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23º 54.342' N | 76º 16.578' W | Summer Kai | Great sailing day with 20-22knots apparent as we sailed close hauled to Cave Cay. Preparing for a green flash and then heading to Musha and Georgetown later this week! Having so much fun buddy boating with two other kid boats but always on the hunt for more! | about 7 years ago | Show
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37º 37.812' N | 75º 55.032' W | Summer Kai | Summer Kai is comfortably tucked into Emerald Bay Marina for a few days after ten days in George Town. If you are in the neighborhood, stop by and say hi! We'll be here for a bit before heading further south. | about 7 years ago | Show
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23º 37.812' N | 75º 55.02' W | Summer Kai | Summer Kai is comfortably tucked into Emerald Bay Marina after ten days in George Town. We'll be here for a bit before heading south so if you are in the neighborhood please stop by and say hi! Our girls (14 &6), always love play dates! | about 7 years ago | Show
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23º 31.482' N | 75º 45.9' W | Summer Kai | We've been around Georgetown for a few days and planning to head to the Ragged Islands next week if the weather is good. We have two girls (6&14) who are always looking for playdates. | about 7 years ago | Show
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40º 42.618' N | 74º 2.52' W | Summer Kai | The crew of Summer Kai had a great week in Montauk, but with Jose looming, we headed for the big city. Without any wind, the iron horses were on display and, after a successful run down the East River, we are tucked into Liberty Landing Marina to wait out Jose and plot our next move. In the meantime, the girls will take full advantage of Manhattan (think American Girl Store and cupcakes). Stay safe everyone! | over 7 years ago | Show
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41º 29.436' N | 71º 19.32' W | Summer Kai | After a really great extra long weekend of sailing which included visits to Battleship Cove in Fall River, MA, Bristol, RI, the Newport Folk Festival and a quick trip out to Block Island Summer Kai is at her usual spot in Newport Shipyard. We'll reprovision and head out again soon! | over 7 years ago | Show
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17º 4.296' N | 61º 53.256' W | Summer Kai | | about 6 years ago | Show
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17º 4.296' N | 61º 53.256' W | Summer Kai | Visiting Antigua
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17º 3.648' N | 61º 47.784' W | Summer Kai | We will be in Antigua until mid February and then head south to Guadeloupe, destined for Grenada. We have one girl (7) on board. We love to connect with other kid boats! | about 6 years ago | Show
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13º 7.65' N | 61º 11.454' W | Summer Kai | Currently enjoying St Vincent and the Grenadines, on our way to Grenada for hurricane season | almost 6 years ago | Show
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13º 57.582' N | 61º 1.26' W | Summer Kai | Currently enjoying Marigot Bay, St Lucia. Heading south in a couple weeks. | almost 6 years ago | Show
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24º 16.704' N | 40º 21.312' W | Summer Kai | Summer Kai has found two buddy boats and we are hanging at Compass Cay tonight. Tomorrow we'll head to the 5F Festival on Little Farmer's Cay. We have two daughters (6&14) and are looking for more buddy boats. Our friends have 6 year-old girls so it's been fun. | about 7 years ago | Show
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0º 0.0' N | 0º 0.0' E | Summer Kai | | over 7 years ago | Show
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24º 16.764' N | 76º 31.578' E | Summer Kai | Summer Kai has found two buddy boats and we are hanging at Compass Cay tonight. Tomorrow we'll head to the 5F Festival on Little Farmer's Cay. We have two daughters (6&14) and are looking for more buddy boats. Our friends have 6 year-old girls so it's been fun. | about 7 years ago | Show
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