The marina in Horta opened in 1986, and almost immediately visiting sailors began leaving their mark. Now, it’s considered good luck for a stopping boat to leave a memento of its call at the marina.

Checking out some of the boat art along the Horta breakwater
More Horta boat art
And some more

While Madrone’s crew isn’t particularly superstitious, they also don’t believe in unnecessarily taunting Neptune by ignoring customs of the sea. And while her understated mark pales in comparison with many of the elaborate art projects gracing the walls of the marina, Madrone was here…

Time to leave Madrone’s mark
Art project completed!