Andrew Ward, male, 51
Ref 43497
| Nationality: | United Kingdom |
| Currently based in: | Salobreña, Spain |
| Looking for: | Worldwide opportunities |
| Experience: | 30 ocean miles / 100 coastal miles |
| Hi there. I have a few weeks experience living aboard and sailing yachts in Scotland but no professional qualification. I am told I work hard. I can contribute expenses and fly to you. Being on a yacht makes me feel more alive. Really I'm looking to build up some solid experience before buying my own boat and taking the plunge of living aboard full time. I am very enthusiastic and optimistic, respectful and trustworthy. I eat plant based but don't want that to be a deal breaker. I cook and can deal with fish if necessary. Not a big drinker - celebrations only these days. Over the years I have lived in various places around the world from a Tibetan monastery in India to the mountains of Chamonix. I love spending time in high mountains and nature. Ideally, I'd like to have some wonderful experiences on the sea with like minded folk. Also interested in doing some long passages. I am a gentle, caring person who will not cause you trouble. Looking forward to hearing from you. Andy | |
| Smoking: | non-smoker |
| Relationship status: | single |
| Dietary requirements: | I do eat and cook vegan food but don't want this to be a deal breaker. I enjoy the challenge of cooking onboard and can do amazing things with bananas and oats. |
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| Number of years sailing: | 1 to 3 |
| Sea miles sailed: | Ocean: 30 / Coastal: 100 |
| Nights at sea: | 11-49 |
| I have experience as: | Crew |
| Sailing Skills | Experienced I have done this many times and am confident to help others less experienced. I am happy doing this day |
Competent I am competent doing this in daylight, or if there is someone more experienced with me |
Basic I have only done this a few times, but I am willing to learn |
None I have not done this before |
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| Steer a compass course |  | |||
| Keep lookout/watch-keeping | | |||
| Trimming sails – mainsail and foresail/jib | | |||
| Reefing | | |||
| Working the foredeck – setting sails including spinnakers and cruising chutes | | |||
| Navigating with GPS and paper charts at sea | | |||
| Anchoring and handling anchors | | |||
| Cooking at sea | | |||
| Using dinghies with outboard motors | | |||
| Heaving-to and other heavy weather tactics | |
Voyage History |
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| Date | Boat | From/To | Miles | Role | # Crew | Rally |
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| 2009 | Mystic Sun, 50ft Sailboat | Larne/Larne | 30 | Crew | 6 | |
| 1990 | Converted Brixham Trawler, Lorne Leader | Oban/Oban | 100 | Crew | 12 | |
