The June Gloom is Over

Dana-sail-boatOur Southern California June Gloom seems to be over, so after an early morning plant watering session, we headed for Dana Point where it was ten degrees cooler than our 100 plus temperature here in the foothills.
sailboat-2 We sat next to the main channel and watched the boats on the water. It was a perfect day for sailing.

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After a cooling stop at the harbor, we headed to Dairy Queen for a burger and ice cream sundae. It was a refreshing afternoon considering the temperature had topped 100.

Photography Field Trip to Dana Point Harbor

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Last week my photography class took a field trip to Dana Point Harbor. The class was scheduled to meet at 12:00, but I arrived early so I could enjoy a little extra time. The instructor had suggested we wear jackets because it was forecasted to be in the 60s, but it turned out to be t-shirt weather, with a gentle breeze perfect for sailing.

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Westwind Sailing has been part of the Harbor for many years and here you see a class out for a lesson. Their boats are easily spotted with their bright yellow sails.

Coincidentally, I’d been to Dana Point the night before, to meet friends for dinner and a walk around the harbor. I hadn’t been to Dana Point since the Christmas boat parade, and suddenly I was there two days in a row.

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A few of my photography classmates looking for the perfect photo opportunity. Later, some of us enjoyed a cup of coffee with our instructor. It was a fun way to end a wonderful day.