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CRYSTAL CLEAR Bahamian Waters (MJ Sailing - EP 42)

15 January 2018 · 17 min · 73K views · Little Bahama Bank, Abacos, Bahamas

What this video covers

A 42-mile transit from the Little Bahama Bank to the central Abacos requires significant motoring due to light winds.1:21 After anchoring in 15 feet of water near Great Sail Cay, the crew encounters dolphins in calm conditions and recovers dropped glasses from the seafloor using snorkel gear.4:01 The vessel proceeds to Powell Cay, an island featuring dense pine forests and trails leading to Atlantic-facing beaches.7:25 Exploration of the island reveals a cruiser’s hangout area constructed from washed-up debris.15:39 The crew uses a drone for aerial reconnaissance of the anchorage and island terrain.9:47 While the Abacos offer a different landscape than the low-lying brush of the Exumas, the area provides protected anchorages and hiking opportunities.11:30 The crew plans to continue toward Green Turtle Cay to complete customs check-in procedures.17:10

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