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Cruising to the Isthmus, Catalina Island (March 2021)
30 de marzo de 2021 · 10 min · 471 visitas · Two Harbors, Isthmus Cove, Catalina Island
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Mark motors his 40-foot sailboat from the mainland to the Isthmus at Catalina Island in late March 2021. Light winds under 10 knots necessitate motoring for the entire transit in both directions. During the crossing, the crew spots dolphins and a large whale near the shipping lanes.1:15 Upon arrival at Two Harbors, Mark secures a mooring by contacting the harbor patrol on VHF radio and providing his documentation number.2:44 He performs a stern tie-up, noting that the maneuver is difficult in the light breeze.3:59 The Isthmus remains quiet during this off-season visit, with the local restaurant and food shack closed, leaving only the general store operational.5:29 Harbor patrol reports that boat traffic is increasing as the season begins, though many moorings remain empty.5:00 On the return trip, the crew monitors nearby cargo ships, including the Nancy Peturkin, while passing Bird Rock and Ship Rock.8:37 The wind increases to 8.5 knots near Angels Gate, but the crew continues to motor until reaching the dock.9:21
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