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Sailing to Two Harbors and Hen Rock - Dana 24 - August 2019
September 4, 2019 · 25 min · 3K views · Santa Catalina Channel
What this video covers
A Dana 24 sailboat transits from the Southern California coast to Catalina Island during a busy Labor Day weekend in August 2019.0:06 After failing to secure a mooring at the Isthmus, the vessel anchors in 95 feet of water with 350 feet of chain and rode, experiencing significant rolling throughout the night.9:21 The owner notes the lack of a windlass and limited foredeck space for a dinghy as primary constraints for extended cruising.3:37 The following day, the boat relocates to a mooring at Hen Rock, where the crew snorkels and uses the boat's oven for cooking.15:04 The return passage to Dana Point involves navigating through dense fog and crossing shipping lanes while monitoring AIS and radar.20:49 During the transit, the crew monitors VHF radio traffic regarding a search and rescue operation for a dive boat fire near Santa Cruz Island.23:56 The trip highlights the challenges of anchoring in deep, crowded island waters without mechanical ground tackle assistance.
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