Well last summer it all fell into place......after a few minor hiccups!!
Our requirements are not too demanding and we knew that a converted fish boat or similar would do the job. Better accommodation, hold space and a nice galley were high up on the list.
Like car buying there can be some ' tire kicking' but this boat fitted the requirements it was only the money that held things up. It had been on the market for over 2 years. Initially over priced so they halved the asking price but still no takers! Robin put in a 'neusence' offer which was turned down. He returned home as he had a job to go to, and then heard from the brokerage that it was accepted!!
The logistics of getting the boat back home were discussed and eventually we bought her home in the fall of 2013.
Overall she is 40 feet. An ex troller that has been used as a cruiser for the last 15 years or so. Powered by an Isuzu Diesel she has all the space we need and after some TLC will be a useful addition to the fleet!!
As with all fish boats they have a large hold which is approx. in the middle of the boat. This one allows for just under standing room and comes complete with a small freezer. Lots of space for transporting all our groceries etc and far better than having them stacked in the cabin as with the other boat!! Large fuel tanks (if we can afford to fill them!) and hot and cold running water are all added luxuries.
The main cabin is spacious and very light with lots of big windows. This boat is much higher out of the water than our other one and visibility is great now!
The galley area has a fridge under the counter, a propane stove and top, sink, counter and cupboard space. The dining table seats 4 comfortably and will also fold down for extra bunk space if needed.
There are two seats, one for the Captain and one for the co-pilot!!
Down below in the foc'sle there are three bunks. An oil stove for heat and a 'head' with shower.
Heading home!! Behind Table Island, Smith Inlet.
As is usual with any 'Cooper' purchases it needs work! The first thing is to take the side of the cabin off and replace the windows. The wood holding the old windows in is rotten and so allowing water to leak in.....and with leakages the water travels all over before appearing somewhere completely different!! The new windows are en route as I write so a little time, some good weather and we will be starting on the first major project.
She is quite usable right now and we have taken trips to the beach and towed a few logs to see how she performs.
Eventually she will replace the 'Tasu III' and will be much better for Robin as he spends many days on board during DFO Fisheries.
Oh and her name is 'Palma G' but that might change!!
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