We dropped anchor next to Bannerman castle [E291]
7 May 2024 · 21 min · 2K views · Hudson River, New York
What this video covers
The crew navigates the Hudson River toward Polipel Island, anchoring near the ruins of Bannerman Castle.13:50 The vessel, a new-to-them boat, experiences poor anchor holding in loose mud, requiring the crew to reset the anchor before settling in calm conditions.14:31 Navigating the river proves challenging due to significant debris from recent flooding and murky water that obscures depth, forcing reliance on charts to avoid shallow areas.10:19 The crew attempts to explore the island by dinghy but finds shore access restricted for safety reasons, as the castle walls remain unstable.17:22 The family utilizes a halyard to launch their dinghy, as the boat lacks davits.15:00 Onboard, the transition to a center-cockpit vessel with a full enclosure and a dedicated shower provides significant comfort compared to their previous boat.3:15
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