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Catalina Island Circumnavigation: Day 1 - Two Harbors
19 March 2018 · 26 min · 4K views · Catalina Island
What this video covers
A crew motor-sails from the mainland to Two Harbors on Catalina Island, covering approximately 35 miles in light winds and flat seas. The vessel maintains a speed of 4.0 to 4.7 knots, relying on motor-sailing as wind shifts from behind the beam to directly on the nose.2:21 Upon arrival at the Isthmus, the crew secures a mooring at Alpha 5, noting that the boat’s length requires an extension line to properly reach the mooring pennant.21:29 The crew identifies Bird Rock and Ship Rock as key navigation markers for the approach.19:27 After mooring, they walk across the isthmus to Catalina Harbor to evaluate potential anchorage and mooring options for the following day.23:21 The crew plans to decide between returning to Avalon or attempting a full circumnavigation of the island based on the next day's wind forecast.4:23 The lack of oars for the dinghy limits shore access, making the availability of the local shore boat essential for transit.2:50
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