Sailing Solé · video

What this video covers

A crew of four departs San Pedro, California, aboard the sailboat *Solé* for a multi-day coastal cruise to Santa Barbara Island and Santa Cruz Island.Watch After an overnight passage from Santa Barbara Island, the vessel anchors at Coches Prietos on the south side of Santa Cruz Island.5:14 The crew goes ashore to hike a canyon trail, noting the presence of fresh water and tar on the beach.9:07 The return leg covers approximately 75 nautical miles toward White Cove on Santa Catalina Island, conducted primarily under motor-sailing conditions with light winds and fog.14:57 The crew maintains a watch schedule and utilizes radar for navigation during low-visibility night transits.15:27 The trip concludes with a total distance of roughly 190 nautical miles.20:08 Wildlife sightings during the passage include multiple fin whales.18:01

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