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From the plains to the oceans 1 by Omero Moretti
25 March 2010 · 9 min · 9K views · Graciosa, Canary Islands
What this video covers
Omero Moretti conducts annual sailing instruction and long-distance passages starting from Portovenere in spring.▶ 0:17 The route traverses the Bocche di Bonifacio, where the Mistral wind tests crews navigating toward the Bonifacio fjord.▶ 1:20 Key waypoints include the rocky, shallow-watered Lavezzi islands and the white-sand anchorages of Isola Piana near Punta Sperone.▶ 3:19 After summer cruises in Sardinia, the vessel heads toward the Balearic Islands, stopping at Mahon in Minorca, the Real Club Nautico in Palma de Mallorca, and the protected Cabrera archipelago, which requires prior authorisation from the Palma Port Authority for anchoring and hiking.▶ 5:47 The passage continues through the Strait of Gibraltar toward the Canary Islands, including stops at Graciosa, Lanzarote, and Tenerife.▶ 6:36 Preparations for the Atlantic crossing involve repairing gear, provisioning fresh produce for a 20-day transit, and drying vegetables on deck to prevent moisture-related spoilage.▶ 8:13 Safety protocols during ocean legs include wearing foul-weather gear and harnesses to mitigate risks from sudden wave action.▶ 6:47
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