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Finding PARADISE in the Bahamas | Sailing Sunday | Vlog: 245

May 5, 2024 · 13 min · 38K views · Exumas, Bahamas

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The crew of the sailboat Sunday navigates the Exumas in the Bahamas, contending with shallow, coral-strewn waters and tidal swells that render initial anchorages untenable.0:05 During high tide, the crew maneuvers through a narrow, rock-lined channel to reach a secluded, well-protected anchorage, a passage requiring precise navigation to avoid surrounding coral heads and crashing waves.4:02 The vessel later relocates to a popular anchorage ahead of a storm front, utilizing the boat's air conditioning system while waiting for a wind shift.6:14 The crew emphasizes the importance of avoiding shark feeding near the boat to prevent attracting nurse sharks to the swim platform.11:43 Throughout the transit, the crew monitors the health of their dog, Jackson, who is recovering from heartworm treatment.7:52 The passage concludes with plans to sail toward Georgetown to meet family.9:24 Navigating the Exumas requires careful timing of tides to clear shallow sandbars and coral heads, as many protected anchorages remain inaccessible at low tide.1:33

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