Sailing Fitzroy Reef Video, Learning By Doing EP32
23 June 2016 · 8 min · 9K views · Australia
What this video covers
Learning By Doing anchors at Fitzroy Reef, located approximately 60 kilometres offshore, to navigate the narrow channel and avoid coral bombies.0:33 The crew experiences exceptionally calm, mill-pond conditions in eight metres of water.1:03 Activities include spearfishing for coral cod, sweet-lipped bream, and trevally, alongside kayaking and snorkeling.3:04 A hammerhead shark is observed near the boat during fish cleaning.3:38 The crew departs Fitzroy Reef to avoid an incoming weather change, motoring 25 miles to anchor at Erskine Island.4:06 They utilise a Subtec waterproof bag to transport camera gear, including a 3DR Solo drone with a GoPro, to the island via kayak.5:29 Erskine Island serves as a turtle nesting zone with restricted access during nesting season.6:41 The crew plans a 10- to 12-hour sail to Great Keppel Island following their stay.7:49
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