Nautical November in Newport!

Remember bustling Newport Harbor and Bannister's Wharf this summer?  They look a little different in November!  Check out these great shots Captain Duncan took on a recent visit to the waterfront.

 

Happy Thanksgiving from 12 Meter Charters!

Happy Thanksgiving from the 12 Meter Charters' Team!

We are thankful for wind, waves and wonderful guests to sail with! Hope you have terrific Turkey Day filled with family and friends.

The Many Caps of Captain Cedar!

Anyone that has sailed with Captain Cedar has seen her charm and charisma but have you seen her CAPS?  Check out these shots of the many caps of Captain Cedar.  Which is your favorite?

The Newport Bridge - Same View, Different Days!

August 4, 2012

October 1, 2012

Dolphin or Porpoise?

October was the month of Dolphin sightings in Newport!  We have seen dolphins on almost every sail this month.  The sightings have lead us to the question - what is the difference between a Dolphin and a Porpoise?

They are different families (dophins: Delphinidae; porpoises Phocoenidae). The main differences are dolphins have a longer snout, conical teeth, and a larger dorsal fin (often curved) and porpoises have rounded snouts, smaller dorsal fins, and flat teeth. The social groups of dolphins are generally larger and more closely knit.

Here are a few more photos Captain Duncan took of our October dolphin sightings and a great video Mate Gus shot!