Near COLLISION and The FEARED Dixon Entrance Back to Canada | Inside Passage Sailing - Ep. 32
10 February 2023 · 23 min · 820 views · Alaska
What this video covers
The crew of Sea Dream of Clyde sails south from Hassler Harbour, Alaska, towards Prince Rupert, British Columbia, crossing the Dixon Entrance.12:11 After departing Hassler Harbour, the vessel navigates the intricate entrance to Foggy Bay, where the crew notes that charted depths in the inner basin are inaccurate, measuring 40 to 50 feet rather than the charted 100-plus feet.10:08 The transit across the Dixon Entrance occurs in light to moderate winds with swells under one metre.18:03 During the passage, the crew experiences a near-collision with another sailboat whose operator is not at the helm.7:23 Upon reaching British Columbia, the vessel proceeds through Venn Passage to the Prince Rupert Yacht Club to clear customs, noting the lack of a dedicated customs dock for cruisers.20:55 The crew utilises spinnaker gear in light winds and relies on tidal currents to maintain speed.1:32 Patience during wind lulls and careful navigation of narrow channels remain essential for successful passage planning in these waters.
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