Sailing to the Percy Isles
12 April 2024 · 18 min · 66K views
What this video covers
Barry Perrins anchors at the Percy Islands on the Great Barrier Reef, navigating shallow entrances and tidal fluctuations that limit dinghy access to local lagoons.1:09 The islands feature a historic homestead with a long-standing tradition of cruisers leaving signed calling cards, some dating back to the 1950s.8:00 While exploring the coastline, Perrins notes the presence of sharp oyster shells and potential crocodile hazards in the shallow waters.10:36 After departing the anchorage, he attempts to deploy a large screecher sail in light winds, describing the maneuver as physically demanding and potentially dangerous if the sail sock control line fails.15:28 He subsequently motors to a protected lagoon anchorage to stage for a future passage toward the Whitsundays, noting the necessity of frequent stops to navigate the island-dense waters of the reef.16:19 He maintains his vessel's readiness by keeping the mainsail partially rigged for quick deployment in case of emergency.17:26
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