Our Favourite Island in the Bahamas [E333]
1 June 2025 · 15 min · 1K views · Bennett's Harbor, Cat Island
What this video covers
Cat Island in the Bahamas offers protected anchorages for snorkelling and exploration during periods of high easterly winds.14:33 The crew sails from Bennett's Harbor to Orange Creek, noting that Orange Creek requires a rising or high tide for dinghy access due to shallow depths.11:48 While anchored at Orange Creek, the crew experiences uncomfortable, rolly conditions and decides to return to Bennett's Harbor for a more stable overnight stay.13:31 The family’s two-week stay on Cat Island included visiting the Hermitage, the island's highest point, and the Boiling Hole, alongside spearfishing and snorkelling.14:20 The crew prepares for a northward transit toward Eleuthera and the Abacos before returning to the United States.15:12 Successful anchoring under sail requires pre-staging the jib furling line and jib sheets to ensure immediate control of the headsail upon departure.9:14
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