We took delivery of Oso Blanco on March 14th and our first guests arrived March 17th!  Eric's brother, Paul, and his daughter, Maddie, came for six days.  Actually, it was a big help to us as we were still moving in and Paul and Maddie entertained Bear while we worked.  In fact, they spent an entire day at Disneyland where Bear acquired this fabulous Mickey Mouse Pirate hat and sword. 

Later in the week, we took our maiden voyage to Catalina Island.  The weather cooperated and Maddie and Bear even attempted to swim in 53 degree water temps! Brrr....

A week later, Grandma Boo (Eric's mom, Shirley) came to fulfill her dream of boating "26 miles to Catalina".  Because of a poor weather forecast, we were only able to spend one night at Catalina but we dined out in Avalon and explored the town.  We had a great time!

Pat Dunsworth, a long time friend of Eric's, overlapped with Shirley for one night on his visit.  With Pat, we cruised down to San Diego to visit an old college buddy, Rolf Yngve (photo right with Ann and Bear).  Pat is a terrific photographer and captured some of Coronado's famous structures.

A few days after Pat's departure, Rich and Janet Howe came from Salt Lake City to spend their 22nd wedding anniversary aboard Oso Blanco.  We took them to Two Harbors on Catalina Island where the temperatures climbed into the 80's.  We enjoyed hiking, kayaking and watching for dolphins and seals.