Real Wind

We headed out yesterday afternoon to start getting down the river towards Astoria. The forecasted southeast wind didn't show. Instead, we had 10-15mph from the north. And which way does the river flow here? North. Time to find out how well this boat goes to windward. We were able to point at about 40 degrees, zig-zagging down the river, and with the current we were able to sail almost all the way to Walker Island (about 20 miles) before the wind died. A very pleasant afternoon. At anchor we were greeted by a Bald Eagle, and an upset goose. I think she thinks we're too close to her nest.