STUCK in the USA during a Pandemic | Sailing to Green Cove Springs [Ep 150]
15 July 2021 · 21 min · 2K views · Saint Johns River
What this video covers
The crew navigates the Intracoastal Waterway and the St. Johns River toward Green Cove Springs, Florida, while managing visa expiration concerns and preparing the boat for a seasonal haul-out.6:25 During the 40-mile transit, they encounter significant current discrepancies between the Aqua Maps app and actual conditions, often struggling against a one-to-two-knot head current.9:39 The vessel faces multiple squalls, including one that forces a rapid sail reduction due to extreme heeling.14:30 After arriving at a mooring ball in Green Cove Springs, the crew secures the boat against the approaching Hurricane Isaias by using three mooring lines.18:48 Post-storm inspections reveal no significant damage to the vessel, though the dinghy shows signs of rot and chafing.18:09 The crew removes a faulty radio and prepares the boat for a scheduled August 18th haul-out.20:29 They also resolve a potential visa overstay issue by confirming their six-month legal status with border patrol via the Roam app.7:56
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