It is good to see the good ship Halcyon of Seil afloat again. This is the latest launch of any year to date. Minor mishaps so far include: several small leaks in the hull (the experts tell us the wood will “take up” – or swell and stop leaking); a loose toilet valve (now mended); galley sink emptying directly into galley cupboards (also fixed); and plenty of painting inside still to be done. In between there are davits and pulleys and a dinghy to play with.
Who ever said boating was leisurely.