We Find Dozens of Derelict Boats in the Mangroves

Name: We Find Dozens of Derelict Boats in the Mangroves
Uploaded: 2024-12-16T14:12:55.000Z
Duration: 20 min 51 s
Description: The crew of Doodles navigates the Florida ICW while dodging crab pots and observing derelict mangrove vessels.

16. desember 2024 · 20 min · 233K visninger · Marathon, Florida Keys

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Cruising the Florida Keys, the crew of the Neil 43 Doodles navigates the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) from Marathon to Gilbert’s Marina and Resort.11:21 The transit involves motoring against 15-to-23-knot headwinds while dodging numerous crab pots placed within the narrow, shallow channel.2:44 Navionics sonar charts assist in identifying depths during the 16-mile passage, where the crew maintains a five-foot draft and monitors tide levels to avoid grounding.7:22 Upon arrival at Plantation Yacht Harbor and later Gilbert’s Marina, the crew utilizes bow thrusters and fender management to dock in tight conditions.11:37 The trip includes paddleboarding excursions through local mangroves, where the crew observes several derelict powerboats marked with official notices of dereliction.0:07 These vessels appear abandoned, with many showing signs of neglect that lead to local authorities issuing removal orders to prevent sinking and environmental liability.18:49 The crew manages two labradoodle puppies on board throughout the journey, requiring separate walks and the use of life jackets during paddleboarding activities.15:40