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Life is Like Sailing - Fall Cruising 2024 - Ep 11
9 October 2024 · 12 min · 6K views · Otter Bay, North Pender Island
What this video covers
Alfy cruises the Southern Gulf Islands in September, stopping at Herring Bay on Ruxton Island and Otter Bay on North Pender Island.0:12 Herring Bay offers a tight, protected anchorage in 33 feet of water, ideal for southeast winds, though shore access is limited to small islets.0:41 Otter Bay provides ample space in 24 feet of water, though the anchorage experiences noticeable ferry swell from nearby BC Ferries traffic.6:01 The bay features a marina resort with pools and a store, alongside the Gulf Island National Park Reserve.6:22 A short, three-quarter-kilometer trail at the park leads to a point overlooking the water, passing through a historic orchard where visitors may harvest fruit and nuts.9:47 While Otter Bay serves as a convenient overnight stop, the presence of ferry traffic makes it less suitable for extended stays.7:21
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