A Bittersweet Farewell | Sailing Away From Canada For Years - Ep. 53
November 13, 2023 · 21 min · 2K views · Kendrick Island
What this video covers
The crew of the *Sea Dream of Clyde* departs Canada, sailing from Kendrick Island toward Point Roberts, United States, to clear customs.5:32 The transit across the Strait of Georgia involves light-wind sailing, requiring the use of a spinnaker and patient waiting for favorable tides.6:23 During the passage, the crew encounters humpback whales and navigates through ferry traffic near the Tsawwassen terminal.15:24 Upon arrival at Point Roberts, the crew clears customs via the ROAM app after an initial geolocation error.18:58 The vessel docks at the fuel pier due to the marina office being unstaffed on a Monday.20:00 Throughout the trip, the crew utilizes a Hydrovane for self-steering and manages a small, air-cooled Honda outboard on their dinghy.3:15 The journey concludes with preparations for a southward voyage toward Mexico, including a stop in Bellingham.13:27 Patience during light-wind lulls and reliance on mobile customs reporting are essential for cross-border coastal transits.
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