Sample Learn-n-Cruise Itinerary

Where you go on your Learn-n-Cruise will depend somewhat on weather, winds, current, and your personal preferences as students. This is a sample of the typical cruise plan of a Learn-n-Cruise.

Day 1 - Sucia Island. A brisk sail across Bellingham Bay to Lummi Island, up scenic Hale Passage, to the most popular of the marine parks.

Day 2 - Stuart Island. Cruise through Dahl's Porpoise territory southwest along Orcas Island to Prevost or Reid Harbors. Both are part of a state park. There is a very nice walk (about an hour each way) from both anchorages to Lover's Leap and the Turn Point Lighthouse.

Day 3 - Roche Harbor. Visit this historic (circa 1880s) resort and marina on San Juan Island to do some docking practice and wander the gardens while enjoying an ice cream cone.

Day 4 - Friday Harbor. Sail around San Juan Island to Friday Harbor, the largest village in the San Juan Islands. Explore this bustling town and enjoy dinner out.

Day 5 – Spencer Spit. Cruise past Shaw and into the center of the islands to anchor along the sandy reaches of Spencer Spit (Lopez Island). Explore the shoreline, walk the state park trails, or try your hand at crabbing.

Day 6 - Inati Bay. Sail east through Obstruction Pass, drop anchor here on Lummi Island.

Day 7 - Bellingham. A morning sail across Bellingham Bay completes your circuit, though truthfully you have tasted but a tiny sample of the delights of the San Juans.

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