MOVING OUT OF THE BOAT BIG CHANGES COMING!
July 23, 2023 · 27 min · 131K views · Puerto Rico
What this video covers
The crew of the 36-ft sailboat Good, Bad, and Ugly prepares for a one-month departure during hurricane season by securing the vessel in a Caribbean anchorage. To mitigate storm risks, the captain deploys a secondary anchor off the stern to prevent the boat from drifting into nearby mangroves if wind directions shift. The crew removes the dodger, solar panels, and autopilot to protect them from potential damage or theft while the boat remains unattended. They transport their cat, Bear, to a veterinarian for required travel vaccinations and health certification before flying to Florida.3:58 Upon arrival, the crew transitions to a Winnebago Solace camper van for a month-long road trip across the United States. The van features a propane stove, a solar-powered refrigerator, and an onboard generator to power the air conditioning system. The crew prioritizes early morning flights to minimize security delays when traveling with a pet.
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