The Dream
Reality sinks in.
Support from friends and family
South Haven, MI departure…Look at that waterline!
Martha and Michael Crafton-Deltaville, Virginia
We did not depart on Sandpiper. Beowulf, a 1982 Cape Dory 36, had been our boat for 11 years; we spent another 3 years as liveaboards before purchasing our current boat, a Schucker 436 motorsailer.
Cruising on the Schucker Motorsailer Sandpiper 
You got to love it when the plan starts to come together. Congrats. There is nothing to fear but fear itself. Enjoy every minute.
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One of the Schucker Motor Sailors gave me your website. I am the oldest daughter of James Schucker who was owner of the Schucker Yachts designed the Motorsailer. I always love hearing things about my dads boats. So glad I got to see your website. I got to sail with my dad on his 50’ which he lived on full time for many years. I am truly grateful for these memories. Enjoy.
Sandy (Schucker) Engum
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One of the Schucker Motor Sailor owners gave me your website. I am the oldest daughter of James Schucker who was owner of the Schucker Yachts and designed the Motorsailers. I always love hearing things about my dads boats. So glad I got to see your website. I was lucky enough get to sail with my dad on his 50’ which he lived on full time for many years. I am truly grateful for these memories. Enjoy.
Sandy (Schucker) Engum
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Thank you for your thoughts. We met your father at a Schucker rendezvous several years ago. His boats live on, giving many folks years of pleasure on the water. So grateful it has extended our time cruising. Martha
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