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Life is Like Sailing - Winter Cruising 2025 - Ep 08
April 14, 2025 · 13 min · 4K views · Salt Spring Island
What this video covers
Alfy anchors in a secluded inlet in the Southern Gulf Islands to escape 15-to-25-knot southeast winds during a mid-March cruise.8:14 After spending two nights at the dock in Silva Bay on Gabriola and two nights at the Ganges Marina on Salt Spring Island, the boat moves to an anchorage to avoid further marina fees.8:01 The hardware store in Ganges provides basic marine supplies, while the local Thrifty Foods and Country Grocer serve as provisioning points.1:15 The anchorage features a gravel beach with low-tide access and a trail leading toward Selby Cove.8:58 Seals occupy a nearby reef, requiring careful drone operation to avoid disturbance.9:25 The boat is turned bow-out in the narrow inlet to facilitate an easier departure once the wind subsides.1:51 Future route planning remains dependent on the shifting March weather patterns.5:03
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