August 2024 · British Columbia, Canada
Desolation Sound
Three weeks exploring the inlets and anchorages of BC's most spectacular cruising ground. Calm mornings, warm water, and some of the best sunsets we've seen.
Where we've been sailing lately
Recent Adventures
June 2024 · Gulf Islands, BC
Gulf Islands Loop
A two-week circuit through the Southern Gulf Islands — Sidney, Ganges, Montague Harbour, and back. Perfect sailing conditions throughout.
September 2023 · Washington State, USA
San Juan Islands
Crossing the border for a week in the San Juans. Friday Harbor, Roche Harbor, and a memorable night at anchor in Jones Island.
1987 Tartan 40
About Anthem
Anthem is a 1987 Tartan 40 — one of the most celebrated bluewater cruisers ever built. Designed by Sparkman & Stephens and built in Painesville, Ohio, the Tartan 40 earned a reputation for exceptional offshore performance and seakindly motion. She's been our family's home on the water since 2019.
- Model
- 1987 Tartan 40
- Designer
- Sparkman & Stephens
- Length Overall
- 40 ft
- Beam
- 12.5 ft
- Draft
- 6.5 ft
- Displacement
- 19,500 lbs
- Rig
- Sloop
- Engine
- Yanmar 40hp Diesel
- Home Port
- Sidney, BC