Acorn To Arabella · video

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The crew of the 53-ft trawler *Arabella* transits from Terrence Bay, Nova Scotia, to the Bras d’Or Lakes via the St. Peter’s Canal.0:03 Before departing, the owner calibrates the fuel tank dipstick by marking five-gallon increments while filling the tank with jerry cans.0:39 During the two-and-a-half-day passage, the crew navigates sporty southerly winds and monitors a large container ship using AIS.3:46 Upon entering the protected, brackish waters of the Bras d’Or Lakes, the crew practices anchoring techniques in McNabs Cove to build muscle memory for solo operations, using chart plotter references and engine-reverse tests to confirm the anchor is set.10:21 The owner also replaces the dinghy’s painter line, splicing a new line with an integrated bungee cord inside a protective sheath to provide shock absorption.18:40 The project emphasizes using new, supple line for easier splicing and protecting the assembly from UV damage.21:03

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