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Working for more than 14 years, from a 2-foot model to the 48-foot catamaran, Russ’ dream came true when The Rhumbline navigated the Missouri, Mississippi, Ohio Rivers and the Canal to the Gulf of Mexico in September 2010. While ‘Noah’ wasn’t there to see her launched, friends and family carried out his wish with fond memories.

Sailing: Christopher Cross

This website hosts the Guestbook for people who receive a medallion of ‘Rhumbline Around The World’, and tells the story of Russ’ journey from Dreams to Destinations, plus about him growing up in Iowa, his interests and his family.

Russ wasn’t able to sail The Rhumbline on the rivers, lakes, inlets, seas, and oceans of the world. So we created a way that Noah can continue his journey. If you received or found the medallion, please sign in below with the number of your medallion. Then Pass It On!!!

We’ve heard that many of you would like to track your medallion, so we set up a simple tracking system which will allow you to watch the progress of your coin!
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163 entries.

Marianne and Dennis Wilcox wrote on April 8, 2024 at 2:05 am

Medallions #1610 and 1611 were given to us by Russ' sister, our maid of honor at our wedding 55 years ago, May 24, 1969. We will be taking them to the islands of Seychelles, off the east coast of Kenya. We plan to give them to fellow passengers on a week's snorkeling cruise through the islands.

Jose wrote on April 7, 2024 at 9:48 pm

I received #852 from Russ’ sister and plan to take it back to my friends in Portugal on my next trip.

Andrew john wrote on April 6, 2024 at 7:29 pm

Found it on doheny beach and love the idea I’ll put it at my favorite beach in laguna Sunday or Monday

Andres B wrote on March 25, 2024 at 2:17 pm

We received the medallion #1166 from Spencer F. who graciously presented us with it during a luncheon we hosted for him in Buenos Aires, Argentina. We will pass the medallion on to our upcoming guests, as they embark on the next leg of its journey.

Laura Lewis wrote on March 17, 2024 at 4:21 pm

We received the medallion in Colorado and it was passed on from a skipper friend knowing we were avid sailors. It will now be passed along to someone in California, in memory of my late husband who was passionate about sailing, life and all the worldly experiences that were out there to enjoy.

Paz wrote on March 14, 2024 at 3:37 pm

I recieved medallion 1167 from FRAME SPENCER , Russ´s nephew -if I´m not wrong-, at a hotel in El Chalten, Santa CRUZ ARGENTINA.
So thankful for this gift, and I´ll make sure this medallion keeps travelling! Probably going to Ushuaia next week with a friend. At the moment, Russ staying at a town, close to el rio de las vueltas, surrounded by clouds, glaciers and volcanic craziness. Happy to be part of this
Arrancá con fuerza! VAMO A DARLO

Ted colclazier wrote on February 15, 2024 at 9:06 pm

Found medallion 1399, on wooden bench at lifeguard station Doheny beach Ca. At 33* 27’ 44” N 117* 41’04”W .Read everything on captain Russ, so glad I did! I will be sending it off to Mexico in February soon.
How do I send pictures

Price Riggs wrote on February 12, 2024 at 11:44 pm

I received #1971 in Porto in Sept 2023, then visited the beautiful island of Madeira. On a daunting 98% grade of the Achadas da Cruz Cable Car to the sea, I gave the medallion to a lovely young Polish-French couple, traveling with a group of friends. They promised to take it on the next leg of its adventure.

Sparrow and Auggie Lott wrote on February 2, 2024 at 4:26 am

Medallion #1394 was brought to Honolulu Hawaii and then off to Grand Cayman. We left the medallion in the little movie theater at the Cayman Turtle Center. We hope someone traveling through on one of the cruises picks it up and takes it on another epic journey. Here are a few pics from the Cayman Turtle Center https://photos.app.goo.gl/W4BXNfwTJCExkgg78

Terri Northington wrote on January 30, 2024 at 5:34 pm

I found medallion #347 at Doheny Beach in Dana Point, CA. I have an upcoming trip planned to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and I plan on taking it with me and leaving it as a part of the “voyage”. What a pleasure to be part of such a thoughtful endeavor.

Terri Northington