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Sailing to the Percy Isles

12. april 2024 · 18 min · 66K visninger

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Barry Perrins anchors at the Percy Islands on the Great Barrier Reef, navigating shallow entrances and tidal fluctuations that limit dinghy access to local lagoons.1:09 The islands feature a historic homestead with a long-standing tradition of cruisers leaving signed calling cards, some dating back to the 1950s.8:00 While exploring the coastline, Perrins notes the presence of sharp oyster shells and potential crocodile hazards in the shallow waters.10:36 After departing the anchorage, he attempts to deploy a large screecher sail in light winds, describing the maneuver as physically demanding and potentially dangerous if the sail sock control line fails.15:28 He subsequently motors to a protected lagoon anchorage to stage for a future passage toward the Whitsundays, noting the necessity of frequent stops to navigate the island-dense waters of the reef.16:19 He maintains his vessel's readiness by keeping the mainsail partially rigged for quick deployment in case of emergency.17:26

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