There's that barge again! The Piton Piler, named not for the iconic Saint Lucian mountain peaks, but instead after the local beer, sailed across the Castries harbor early last Sunday.
Onboard, the motley crew is prepared to lead a flotilla North from the capitol of Saint Lucia to the capitol of sailing, Rodney Bay. Each year boats gather in the city port to attract attention for the launch of the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) in Las Palmas, Spain. It takes over a week for boats to navigate 2,700 nautical miles west across the Atlantic to the Caribbean and cross the finish line near Rodney Bay. Tired sailors then head for the boardwalk to enjoy prizes and refreshment.
The Piton Piler is equipped on this special day with it's own beach, it's own band, and it's own breakfast. The Captains, assisted by first mate, 8-year old Kianna, motor around the crowded harbor, while sausages saute and lounge chairs recline.
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