On our way to Sointula, after a long look at everything we needed, we decided to head for Port McNeill, there was no answer on VHF 16, or 66A, so we decided to head in, the marina had tons of space, all the new docks were empty, so we grabbed one of them, got settled, and talked to the harbor master the next day.   We basically could pick our own spot, where ever we wanted to be, where we are right now, we get the SE wind right on the stern, so we will move to a better spot next week, where the bow is in the wind, and we are a bit closer to the shore.  I have mixed feelings about being here, settled, no more anchoring for a while, there is  such a freedom in that, i loved this summer, and we are making plans for next spring, to go around the island, towards Tofino, boaters we have talked with  mentioned that the west coast of Vancouver Island is in their eyes even more beautiful and wild then Alaska.   In the meantime, i will keep writing, and keep posting photos, the blog will continue……..