Sailing The Far Side · video

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The crew of The Far Side departs a mooring field to sail 25 nautical miles south toward Pipes Key, Bahamas.0:35 After releasing the mooring, the crew raises the mainsail, shaking out two reefs while heading into the wind.0:58 The transit includes stops at Pipes Creek, Cambridge Cay, and Compass Cay to trade food with other cruisers.5:32 Upon arrival at a location referred to as the bubble bath in Campisti, the crew deploys inflatable paddleboards from the deck.8:57 The excursion involves navigating rocky terrain, resulting in a minor foot injury from sand and sharp surfaces.12:46 The crew observes local marine life, including a spider crab and lionfish, while managing two dogs, Luca and Freya, on board.15:20 The day concludes with plans to travel to Staniel Cay to visit the Thunderbolt Grotto and swim with pigs.17:45

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