Sailing Adventure Can't Waitvideo

Sailing life: We sail into uncharted territory

October 10, 2023 · 18 min · 2K views · United States

What this video covers

The crew of the 4-foot draft sailboat Adventure Can't Wait motors across the southeast corner of Bahia Concepcion in the Gulf of California to locate pictographs using provided GPS coordinates.0:53 Navigating uncharted waters where charts show inaccurate depths, the crew relies on visual observation and Navionics user-added data to avoid potential hazards like fishing nets and lobster pots.4:51 After anchoring in an arroyo, the crew and their buddy boat hike a dry, cactus-lined riverbed for four hours to reach a canyon oasis containing ancient rock art.6:48 Upon returning to the boat, the crew experiences rolling conditions due to a light swell and decides to motor four miles to a more protected anchorage near a local resort.8:46 The following day, they purchase fresh shrimp and banana bread from a local vendor while waiting for wind to continue their transit toward Santa Rosalia.15:35

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Tartan Marine 34 CTheir boat

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