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Exploring Great Keppel & Sailing up to Hexham Island in Queensland Australia
August 26, 2024 · 22 min · 16K views · Leaks Anchorage, Great Keppel Island
What this video covers
The crew of the 35-foot sailboat Triteia navigates the east coast of Australia, moving between Great Keppel Island and Hexham Island. After experiencing rolly conditions at Leaks Anchorage on Great Keppel Island, the crew deploys a drogue attached to a dinghy anchor as a roll stabilizer to dampen motion.3:25 They snorkel at Butterfish Bay and Monkey Bay, noting significant coral bleaching and algae growth, though they observe stingrays and a frilled wobbegong shark.10:06 While transiting toward Hexham Island, the crew avoids an anchorage at Supply Bay after spotting a large warning sign indicating a military bombing range, a hazard they cross-referenced on Navionics.16:32 Upon reaching Hexham Island, they anchor in 16 feet of water with 4:1 scope to shelter from forecasted 20-knot winds.20:39 The crew plans to remain at Hexham Island for two days before continuing 20 miles to South Piercy Island.17:24
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