Acorn To Arabella · video

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The 38-ft wooden boat Arabella transits from Mattapoisett to Gloucester, Massachusetts, to continue a northward journey along the New England coast.Watch The crew motors the final leg after unfavorable winds prevent sailing.8:23 Upon arrival in Gloucester, the owners navigate a multi-leg logistics challenge to retrieve their truck from Mattapoisett, utilizing a combination of local trains and a ride from a friend.10:29 The vessel remains on a mooring in Gloucester while the crew manages land-based tasks and prepares for the next passage toward the Isles of Shoals and Cape Porpoise, Maine.12:04 The harbor at Gloucester offers deep, protected waters suitable for a working fishing port, though visitors should monitor depth sounders closely.14:13 The crew notes that Mattapoisett provides a less protected anchorage, often resulting in wet, sporty conditions for tender rides.7:24 Future plans include sailing further north into Maine, with crew changes scheduled to accommodate work commitments and family obligations.19:44

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