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Sailing to Treasure Cay 🌴 One of the World’s Top 10 Beaches! Ep-190
October 1, 2025 · 17 min · 43K views · The Bahamas
What this video covers
Janae and Jason, sailing the Bahamas, report symptoms of Ciguatera poisoning after consuming a large hogfish.1:26 Jason experienced tingling lips and leg weakness, while Janae reported nausea and dizziness; both recovered within a day.2:20 The crew advises against consuming reef fish larger than a forearm to avoid toxin accumulation.1:58
The pair also visits Treasure Cay, navigating shallow waters with depths reaching 0.2 to 0.3 meters under the keel.9:13 They emphasize that the anchorage is suitable only for day use due to poor protection during wind shifts.11:59 The crew later explores the Elbow Reef Lighthouse, a kerosene-burning structure built in 1863 that features a Fresnel lens floating on a mercury bed.16:28 The lighthouse requires manual winding every two hours and remains visible from 23 nautical miles.16:51 Additionally, the crew announces their upcoming attendance at the Annapolis Boat Show, where they will host a ticketed sailing event.4:49
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