Sailing Into the Mystic · video

What this video covers

Jess, co-host of the 40-ft sailboat Into the Mystic, underwent emergency gallbladder removal surgery days before a scheduled weekend sailing trip with family in San Diego.1:01 Despite three abdominal incisions and post-operative recovery, she joined Tim and his sister, Michelle, for a coastal cruise off Point Loma.5:29 Tim managed the vessel solo while Jess monitored her recovery and instructed Michelle on basic helm control and compass navigation.6:25 The crew utilized the boat's forward-scanning sonar to navigate depths and avoid reefs while cruising near the Coronado Bridge.6:07 The trip served as a recovery period for Jess, who emphasized the importance of physical and emotional healing while underway.13:15

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