Sailing La Vagabonde · video

What this video covers

The crew of La Vagabonde anchors off the island of Kalacha, Portugal, where they forage for clams on the beach during low tide.0:21 The area experiences significant tidal ranges of approximately four meters, requiring careful timing to avoid trapping the dinghy.1:12 The crew prepares a simple Portuguese clam dish using sautéed onion, garlic, tomato, white wine, and the harvested clams.3:26 While anchored, the crew attempts to locate a persistent, minor leak near a deck hatch by testing the area with water, though the source remains unidentified.9:32 They also perform maintenance on a malfunctioning hatch sunshade roller and troubleshoot a clogged head using a plunger.10:23 The island of Kalacha features a sustainability initiative, Calatra 2030, which aims for energy independence and improved waste management.7:17 The crew spends time exploring the local fishing village and preparing meals, including chia seed pudding, while managing daily boat life tasks and equipment repairs.12:13

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