go for it. start out by making some "small" trips, or maybe 100 miles.

Good things to have include, the gps, a VHF (maybe), sails that can be
shortened and shortened again, lots of food, toilet paper, some books to read,
some rain gear (Grudens are cheap, tough and waterproof), and patience.

Usually, the best time to leave Newfie is end of May or early June. West coast
of Ireland is rough. Ask around from people who have done it as to which Irish
Sea port (Ireland or UK) is considered better.

Enjoy.

I would like to sail my Nordica 16 across the Atlantic from Canada to
Europe. I have a GPS...can you think of anything else I will need (aside
from the obvious food and clothing)?

How long do you think it will take me? (So I will know how much food to
bring.)

Thanks
Shel