On Wed, 17 Nov 2004 10:36:05 -0500, rhys wrotf:


Part of the attraction to sailing as a lifestyle is that it is
relatively easy on the environment, as opposed to, say, driving a
Hummer to Mexico. The continuing interest in marine heads, composting,
windvane and wind turbines, solar panels, electric and/or fuel cell
diesel replacements, and so on reflects a concern not only for energy
"independence" to extend cruising, but also a desire to "sail lightly
upon the earth (or sea, I suppose)".

Sailing lightly is good both for the sailor and the planet. As I
progress with my own boat building project, much of my effort is in
exploring and exploiting 'free energy' sources for all the basic needs
and finding ways to do so without busting the budget. Many resources
exist out there and its not a new concept. I like the idea that my
voyaging can be less stressful on the planet than driving my car to
the mall.

Weebles Wobble
(but they don't fall down)