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Amazing Sail to Brampton Island; Beautiful Views, Butterflies, and an Abandoned Zombie Resort
September 30, 2024 · 30 min · 15K views · Brampton Island
What this video covers
Triteia completes a 14-nautical-mile passage from St. Bees to Brampton Island, Australia, during the southern winter.1:01 The crew sails in favorable southerly winds, encountering running seas and whale sightings before anchoring in 9 feet of water at Brampton Island.8:33 They plan to remain at the anchorage for three to four days to wait out an incoming blow.13:46 The island features an abandoned resort, originally established in 1933 and closed by its current owners, United Petroleum, in 2011.18:08 While the resort facilities are fenced off, the crew explores the island’s national park hiking trails, an abandoned airplane runway, and remnants of a historic tram line used for resort logistics.16:12 The area experiences significant tidal fluctuations, with a 15-foot drop that complicates dinghy retrieval from the beach.28:36 The crew observes local wildlife, including kangaroos and green ant nests, while navigating the island's terrain.19:03
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