The Spectacular Outside Coast of British Columbia | Grade A Sailing and the End Of An Era - Ep. 35

Name: The Spectacular Outside Coast of British Columbia | Grade A Sailing and the End Of An Era - Ep. 35
Uploaded: 2023-03-15T16:00:56.000Z
Duration: 22 min 44 s
Description: The *Sea Dream of Clyde* navigates the central coast of British Columbia while managing fickle, light winds.

15. mars 2023 · 22 min · 698 visninger · Hakai Institute

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The crew of the *Sea Dream of Clyde* navigates the central coast of British Columbia, transiting from Laredo Sound past Price Island and McInnes Island toward the Goose Group.Watch During the passage, the crew encounters transient orcas and manages fickle, light winds that frequently shift, necessitating multiple tacks to avoid reefs along the shoreline. The vessel experiences varying conditions, ranging from calm, rolling swells in Grant Anchorage to a marginal gale upon entering St. John Harbour.0:34 Navigation requires close attention to tidal currents and local wind patterns, which often deviate from the forecast. The crew utilizes Navionics for route planning and monitors hazards like Providence Rock and the McInnes Island Light Station.0:37 Throughout the trip, the crew conducts beach cleanups at remote locations, collecting styrofoam and plastic debris to prevent further environmental degradation. The journey concludes with an overnight stay at Goose Anchorage, where the crew explores local beaches and observes the impact of industrial waste on the coastline.