When four friends discovered a 'luxury' five-week cruise to Jamaica for a mere five hundred dollars, they considered the offer too good to pass up. On first sight of the 'luxury yacht', their expectations diminished to the point where they questioned the logic of continuing the voyage. Larry, always the optimist, persuaded Kurt, Madison, and Marcos to stick it out. Their adventure turned into much more than they could have imagined, and ultimately changed their lives forever. Joining a … [Read more...] about Five Weeks to Jamaica by Doug Oudin
Between Two Harbors, Reflections of a Catalina Island Harbormaster by Doug Oudin
What inspired you to write your memoir? I moved to Catalina Island in 1978, planning on a one-year chance to do something different. Thirty-two years, two sons, and a lifetime of unique and interesting experiences on the Island, I retired. Along the way I became harbormaster. As harbormaster, my interactions included my involvement with the death of actress Natalie Wood, and dozens of other events that I always wanted to share with others, but did not have the time to dedicate to … [Read more...] about Between Two Harbors, Reflections of a Catalina Island Harbormaster by Doug Oudin
Interview with Author – doug oudin
About doug oudin: Hi friends. My name is Doug Oudin, a former harbormaster from Catalina Island, California. I have written two books, my memoir; 'Between Two Harbors, Reflections of a Catalina Island Harbormaster', and a seafaring novel; 'Five Weeks to Jamaica'. Both books rate 4+ Stars on Amazon. My personal experiences at sea, from my involvement with the death of actress Natalie Wood, to my years as a licensed boat captain, have given me the inspiration for creating my stories. It is said … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – doug oudin
