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Sailing past Cape Brett to Whangamumu & Exploring an Old Whaling Station with Zhané in New Zealand
11 settembre 2023 · 21 min · 24K visualizzazioni · Whangamumu
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A 1965 Alberg 30 sloop, Triteia, sails from the coast of New Zealand toward Whangamumu, navigating the passage between Cape Brett and Motokokaku Island.0:25 The crew utilizes a favorable current through the narrow gap before encountering 30-knot gusts upon entering the harbor.3:24 The vessel anchors in 12 feet of water with 5:1 scope, finding protection from the wind near the shore.7:16 The crew explores the ruins of a historic whaling station at Whangamumu, which historically trapped whales using nets stretched across the bay entrance.10:25 The site features remnants of concrete rendering vats, diesel engines, and heat exchangers, now overgrown with vegetation.15:20 A hike to a nearby waterfall and a dinghy excursion to a coastal cave follow the site visit.18:40 The passage proves manageable despite gusty conditions, and the anchorage provides secure holding for the vessel.
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