Hugo Goes Clam Digging

Hugo loves digging for clams and picking up oysters on the beach. He actually chews at the shells until they pop open and he slurps up the fruit of his labor!



Hugo knows how to show his appreciation to his new friend Linda. WHO has oyster breath???

Hugo, the Cover Dog

Hugo loves boating and regularly accompanies us aboard our 5288 Bayliner during the spring and summer boating season in Beautiful British Columbia.

In June 2008 we left Egmont aboard the Jervis Mist to attend the Bayliner Rendezvous at Roche Harbor in the San Juan Islands, Washington State. Kent likes to run the boat at 9 knots as it makes for a very comfortable ride while being fuel efficient. 9 knots is a comfortable travel speed but made for an eleven hour trip each way.

As we entered the Strait of Georgia after clearing Merry Island the wind was blowing South East 26 knots and the seas were ugly. We were comfortable enough as the Jervis Mist is well equipped to handle that much weather. As long as I'm able to blog and Hugo is able to nap we're happy little boaters - and Captain Kent loves to be at the helm.

Our friends Jack and Roberta were waiting for us in Point Roberts and once we loaded them aboard, we were off, heading for Roche Harbor where the Bayliner Rendezvous Luau was awaiting us. Many dealers were set up with information booths and we enjoyed chatting with them.

Hugo met many doggy friends on the docks and our walks, while we stopped along the way to speak to new boating friends and old. Many of the boats were decked out Hawaiian style and people were always ready to party with a Mai Tai while listening to Don Ho's 'Tiny Bubbles'.

Roche Harbor is an historic town with an interesting past and we enjoyed the retiring of the colors at dusk, accompanied by cannon fire and fireworks.

Dino Publishing was covering the event and the photographer snapped a few cute pics of Hugo, asking me to sign a release in case they chose to use Hugo's photo at a future time.

Today, the Editorial Director of Dino Publishing, Randy Hess, phoned to talk to Hugo, Kent and I, asking questions about our boating lifestyle, our trip to Roche Harbor, how we enjoyed the event and explained he was creating an article for Magalog, the February advertising issue for Bayliner and Maxxum, and that perhaps Hugo would be featured.

Who knows - perhaps Hugo will be a 'Cover Dog'!

Here is an excerpt from Dino Publishing's press release detailing the new Magalog for US Marine, the parent company of Bayliner and Maxxum:

"Readers will learn new ideas on how to boost their boating enjoyment. The magazine section of Bayliner celebrates the family fun and adventure possible through Bayliner ownership, while the catalog section makes it easier for customers to find information about specific models."

Hugo and I love to share our 'family fun' aboard the Jervis Mist!

Where are the Dolphins?

Once Hugo was used to the motion of the boat and feeling at home, he did not stay inside. There were always dolphins and birds to watch and wind to blow in his face and places to explore!

Even underway, he was in and out the door, testing the humans all the time. If someone went to the bow, he followed. He felt the need to help dock and if no one was looking he would sneak down the side, past the 'danger' area where there is no edge to keep him safe, down the steps, into the cockpit and out on the swimgrid.

It was a constant job, keeping him in sight! Hugo needs a lifejacket.

Hugo the World Traveler

Hugo put on his 'Doggles' so he could see better in the wind. It was windy EVERY afternoon on the Intracoastal Waterway in Florida, but warm and sunny. The 'Doggles' cut down on the glare from the sun hitting the shiny white gelcoat of the boat.



Daddy, Mommy and Hugo loved sitting on the bow as we traveled the waterway. There was always something new to see - like dolphins, birds, dogs on shore, alligators, people and boat after boat after boat!


Grandpa, Grandma, Mommy and Hugo partied one afternoon on South Beach in Miami.

Hugo's Holiday in Florida

Hugo and his Mom and Dad had a great time visiting Grandma and Grandpa in Florida. They joined the trip in Daytona Beach and traveled aboard the boat
to Fort Lauderdale.









Hugo was a little apprehensive at first, afraid of the movement of the boat, but soon poked his head out the door when we were on the bow.












Before long, Hugo was grinning ear to ear and enjoying the sun! His little face was slightly sunburned in no time, so his Mommy put on sunscreen and kept him covered with a towel or in the shade.











All the excitement of seeing Grandma and Grandpa, traveling on the airplane and jet lag caught up to him though and he was a tired little poopy dog.

I'm Ready For My Trip To Florida!

Have You Seen My Grandma???

I can't find my Grandma ANWYWHERE :( I go upstairs every morning & she just isn't there...I'm getting very lonely.
Mom keeps telling me that I will see my Grandma & Grandpa soon - Soon is not soon enough.