In the YouTube video titled “Isolated and ALONE! Hunting for Food (extended cut) | EE 141,” the sailing couple discusses their recent experiences in the Ragged Islands of the Bahamas. They start by explaining their decision to move from their previous anchorage due to a rough sea state. Their mission is to find a new anchorage that is not rolly and to explore more of the Ragged Islands. Despite their love for the Bahamas, they know they must continue their circumnavigation journey around the world. However, before leaving the Bahamas, they encounter a serious problem – their boat is taking on water. In this blog post, we will delve into the challenges they face while isolated and alone and how they manage to overcome them.
1. Exploring the Ragged Islands and Finding a Roll-Free Anchorage
After experiencing a rolly anchorage, we decided to explore the Ragged Islands in search of a roll-free anchorage. Our mission was twofold: find a more stable place to anchor and continue our exploration of these beautiful islands. Before embarking on our 18-day voyage across the Atlantic, we had spent time in the Bahamas and fell in love with its waters. Although we were tempted to stay and sail these waters year after year, we knew our ultimate goal was to circumnavigate the world.
As we made our way south to the Ragged Islands, we encountered a challenging situation. Our boat started taking on water, and we had no idea why. We checked back in the morning, hoping for any signs of improvement. Luckily, we discovered that we hadn’t taken on any more water overnight. This was a relief and allowed us to continue our journey with a positive mindset.
Now sailing through a narrow section between rocks and a sand bank, we couldn’t help but feel the excitement of the day. The anchorage was peaceful and quiet, with only a few boats around. The crystal-clear blue water and ample wind made for a perfect sailing day. As long as we navigated carefully to avoid the rocks, we knew it was going to be a great day of exploring and enjoying the beauty of the Ragged Islands.
2. Dealing with Unexpected Boat Issues and Finding Good News
the Ragged Islands and fell in love with the beauty and serenity of the Bahamas Waters. However, just before setting sail again, we encountered a nightmare scenario – our boat started taking on water and we had no idea why. With no boatyards or marinas nearby, we were left feeling stranded and worried about our next move.
But today, we have some good news to share! After a night of monitoring and hoping for the best, we woke up to find that our boat did not take on any more water. This is a great sign and a huge relief for us. With this positive development, we can now focus on enjoying our day and continue sailing through this narrow section surrounded by rocks and sandbanks.
The Ragged Islands continue to amaze us with its pristine beauty and abundance of fish. The water is crystal clear and the wind is perfect for sailing. As long as we navigate carefully and avoid the rocks, we are confident that today will be a wonderful day on the water. We feel incredibly fortunate to have the opportunity to experience this paradise before we continue our circumnavigation journey.
3. Enjoying Sailing Through Narrow Sections and Making the Most of the Bahamas Waters
a beautiful anchorage that served us well for a few days. We enjoyed the delicious Hogfish we caught and the calm waters. However, as the anchorage became rolly, we decided it was time to move and explore more of the Ragged Islands in the Bahamas.
During our recent 18-day voyage across the Atlantic Ocean, we had the opportunity to set foot on European soil. This was a significant milestone in our journey to sail around the world. While we love the Bahamas and considered staying here indefinitely, the allure of the Atlantic, the Mediterranean, and the South Pacific was too strong to resist. We knew we had to continue our circumnavigation.
Before bidding farewell to the Bahamas, we made our way south to the Ragged Islands. This area truly embodies everything we think sailing should be. It’s remote, serene, and devoid of boatyards, marinas, or other human presence. However, during our time here, we encountered a nightmare scenario when our boat started taking on water. After investigating the issue, we were relieved to find that there were no new leaks and we could continue our journey without any further water damage. With this good news, we set sail again, navigating through the narrow sections and enjoying the azure waters and abundance of fish in this breathtaking location. an Anchorage that served us well and provided us with a delicious Hogfish. However, the rolliness of the area prompted us to embark on a mission to find a more suitable and stable Anchorage. Our goal was to explore more of the beautiful Ragged Islands and continue our journey of sailing around the world.
Before setting sail on our 18-day voyage across the Atlantic Ocean, we were captivated by the beauty of the Bahamas and contemplated staying here indefinitely. However, the allure of new destinations such as the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and South Pacific still called to us, reminding us that our circumnavigation could not be cut short. Despite this, we knew that our time in the Bahamas may come to an end, so we decided to make our way south to the Ragged Islands.
Little did we know that our peaceful sailing adventure would take a sudden turn when our boat started taking on water, leaving us stranded far from any assistance. The dreaded bilge pump sounded off, and we were faced with the nightmare scenario every sailor fears. This unexpected challenge tested our resolve, but we remained optimistic and searched for a solution.
Fortunately, after a nerve-wracking night, we discovered that our boat had not taken on any more water. This was a promising sign and allowed us a moment of relief before continuing our journey. With renewed spirits, we set sail once again, navigating through narrow sections and enjoying the abundance of fish, blue waters, and favorable wind conditions.
As we embraced the serenity of this idyllic location with hardly anyone around, we couldn’t help but feel grateful for this great day on the sea. Our adventure in the Ragged Islands may be coming to an end, but the memories and experiences we have gained will stay with us forever.
As we prepare to sail further from civilization, we hold onto the hope that our journey will continue safely and that we will conquer any challenges that come our way. The Ragged Islands have provided us with a glimpse of everything we imagined sailing to be, and we will treasure this chapter of our voyage as we sail on to new horizons.
Thank you for joining us on this leg of our journey. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to navigate the unpredictable waters of the world.
