🐬Encountered dolphins during the final sail of the season, making the journey memorable.
🌊Navigated through a narrow channel and encountered shallow areas and rocks.
💨Sailed in windy conditions, with winds reaching up to 30 knots.
⚓️Prepared the boat for haul out by removing seacocks, sails, and other windage.
🧹Cleaned and tidied various parts of the boat, including toilets, anchor, chain, and dinghy.
Why did you encounter dolphins during the final sail?
—Dolphins are often attracted to boats and can be seen jumping out of the water. It was a pleasant surprise to see them during our final sail of the season.
What challenges did you face while navigating through the narrow channel?
—The channel appeared shallow in some areas and had rocks. We had to be cautious and concentrate while sailing through that stretch.
How did you prepare the boat for haul out?
—We removed seacocks, sails, and other windage to minimize the impact of strong winds during hurricane season. This helps ensure the boat's safety while on the hard.
Why did you clean the toilets and inspect the anchor and chain?
—Cleaning the toilets is essential for maintaining hygiene on the boat. Inspecting the anchor and chain helps ensure their functionality and identify any issues that need attention.
What did you do to tidy up the dinghy?
—We thoroughly cleaned the dinghy to remove any dirt or debris. This helps keep it in good condition during its storage period.
00:00After crossing 5,000 nautical miles, we embark on our final sail of the season to our haul out destination for hurricane season.
01:31Encountered dolphins during the sail, making the journey memorable.
03:41Navigated through a narrow channel, being cautious of shallow areas and rocks.
06:05Arrived at our haul out destination, preparing the boat for hurricane season by removing seacocks, sails, and other windage.
08:41Cleaned toilets, inspected the anchor and chain, and tidied up the dinghy to ensure the boat is ready for its stay on the hard.
