So many SEA TURTLES in Long Island [E326]
30 March 2025 · 19 min · 1K views · Calabash Bay, Long Island
What this video covers
A 28-mile passage from Georgetown leads to the north side of Calabash on Long Island, Bahamas.Watch To mitigate surge in the rolly anchorage, the crew deploys a 60-pound downforce stern anchor, using a technique of dropping the anchor from the dinghy and retrieving the line to manage the weight.1:42 The crew explores the local mangroves and cuts by dinghy and drift snorkeling, observing high concentrations of sea turtles, nurse sharks, and reef sharks.10:33 Strong tidal currents in the cuts necessitate careful timing for snorkeling, with the crew noting that lower tides provide better visibility and safer conditions near the breakers.14:12 The area also features a monument commemorating Christopher Columbus and the native history of the island.14:37 When anchoring in surge-prone areas, a stern anchor helps stabilize the vessel, though tidal shifts require monitoring to prevent grounding in shallow water.
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