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Searching for Seals and Red Squirrels whilst sailing on Zephyr IV

15 de octubre de 2023 · 18 min · 395 visitas · Brownsea Island, Poole Harbour

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Zephyr IV sails from Cowes to Newtown Creek, where the crew uses an Avon dinghy to search for seals.Watch After anchoring at the southern end of the creek, the crew departs for Poole Harbour to spot red squirrels on Brownsea Island.4:39 The passage west past Hurst Castle and Hengistbury Head involves a broad reach in a stiff breeze, with the autopilot integrated with the chart plotter for navigation.4:56 Upon arrival, the crew anchors on the west side of Brownsea Island.6:16 They observe red squirrels and visit a historic 1863 chamber organ on the island.7:30 The return trip involves sailing toward the Needles and Yarmouth Harbour, where the crew secures an alongside berth.17:02 PredictWind forecasts accurately predict increased wind speeds of 16 to 17 knots in the channel, allowing for efficient sailing before the wind dies, necessitating a motor to Yarmouth.16:50 The final leg to Gosport requires tacking against a steady breeze.18:03

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Westerly Yachts Ltd. Oceanquest 35Su barco

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