Welcome Aboard
I’m Warren, and this site documents my sailing life aboard Eliana—the passages, the mistakes, the lessons, and the moments that make it all worth it. What started as a single crossing has grown into an ongoing journey, and this space is where I tell that story.
This is part logbook, part photo journal, and part open invite. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to live and travel by sail—or if you want to step aboard and experience it yourself—you’re in the right place.
The Journey
My first sail on Eliana began before dawn on a Halloween crossing to Catalina: strong wind, big seas, and the instant realization that this boat loves to sail. Since then, each mile has added confidence, perspective, and a growing respect for what the ocean teaches when you pay attention.
Here you’ll find:
- Ongoing trip logs and long-form stories
- Photos and videos from passages and anchorages
- Notes on gear, systems, and lessons learned
- Route updates and future plans
No sugarcoating—just honest sailing.
Eliana is a 1981 Morgan 382 – hull number 256
Morgan 382 Specs
LOA: 38′ 4″ (11.68 m.)
LWL: 30′ 6″ (9.30 m.)
Beam: 12′ 0″ (3.66 m.)
Draft: 5′ 0″ (1.52 m.)
Sail Area (100%): 668 sq. ft. (62.1 sq. m.)
Ballast: 6,800 lb. (3,084 kg.)
Displacement: 17,200 lb. (7,802 kg.)
Ballast/D: .40
D/L: 271
SA/D: 16.0
Water: 95 gal. (360 l.)
Fuel: 40 gal. (152 l.)
Engine: Various diesels
Designer: Ted Brewer