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Solo Cruising to Hen Rock, Catalina Island (December 2020)

6 dicembre 2020 · 25 min · 804 visualizzazioni · Hen Rock, Catalina Island

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A solo sailor transits from San Pedro, California, to Hen Rock at Catalina Island in December 2020 aboard a Valiant sailboat.0:11 The passage involves navigating the San Pedro Channel shipping lanes, where the sailor monitors AIS to maintain distance from cargo ships, including a close-quarters encounter with a Coast Guard cutter that necessitates a 90-degree course change.4:08 Upon arrival at Hen Rock, the sailor anchors in 60 feet of water.7:09 The trip includes a five-mile hike near White Cove, where the sailor spots bison, deer, and island foxes.12:08 The return trip begins before dawn, with the sailor monitoring VHF radio for a Gale Watch advisory while motoring back to San Pedro.17:18 The sailor manages traffic separation by passing behind the stern of the Maersk Niagara before entering the Los Angeles Harbor through Angels Gate.21:17 The vessel returns to its slip at 10:00 a.m. without incident.24:35

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