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Escaping Lake Macquarie After Being Stuck for 5 Weeks! On to Newcastle and Nelson Bay, Port Stephens
June 17, 2024 · 17 min · 19K views · Lake Macquarie
What this video covers
After five weeks at anchor in Lake Macquarie, Australia, the crew of Triteia departed for a 20-nautical-mile passage to Newcastle.1:30 The transit required a scheduled bridge opening, which necessitated a booking made via radio.4:01 Upon exiting the lake, the vessel encountered powerful following seas exceeding two meters, requiring constant hand-steering to maintain control.8:55 The arrival at Newcastle Marina proved difficult due to wind on the bow, forcing three attempts before successfully docking with assistance from a dockhand.12:24 Following the Newcastle stop, the crew completed a 30-nautical-mile passage to Nelson Bay.13:18 There, they utilized a local aquatic reserve for snorkeling, noting high water clarity and abundant marine life, including sergeant majors and sea turtles.16:32 The experience served as a confidence-building exercise for the crew and their recently rebuilt engine following the challenging coastal transit.13:00
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