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Sailing to the Flinders Group & Beyond; Catching Fish, Cave Art and Time Travel in North Queensland

November 11, 2024 · 27 min · 13K views · Flinders Island, Flinders Group

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The crew of the 38-ft sailboat Triteia explores the Flinders Group in North Queensland, Australia, while transiting toward Southeast Asia.9:12 Anchored in 25-knot winds at Howick Island, the crew processes a fresh tuna caught by hand reel, noting the challenges of filleting fish in a rolly anchorage.5:52 The crew then visits Stanley Island to view Aboriginal cave art, navigating the dinghy through waters inhabited by saltwater crocodiles and dugongs.9:24 The passage continues past Restoration Island, where the crew reflects on the historical landing of Captain William Bligh and his crew following the mutiny on the Bounty.21:22 The narrative highlights the intersection of modern cruising, local wildlife, and maritime history along the Great Barrier Reef.

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