REAL LIFE Living At Anchor on a 42ft Sailing Boat EP. 99

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Hey friends, welcome back. Last week we left Shelter Bay Marina and collected ourselves by resting after our first emotional passage, fixing some deck leaks, and provisioning at Linton Bay Marina before setting sail for the San Blas Islands. These islands are highly spoken of by many cruisers we’ve talked to, some of which arrived with the intentions of only staying a little while, and not leaving for 2, 3, or sometimes 5 years. The archipelagos location is about 70 miles northeast of Shelter Bay, and the 340 or more islands can be cruised year round without the threat of hurricanes. There is however an abundance of powerful rainy season storms from around June-December, and they can pack a lot of lightning which does hit sailboat masts and can destroy the mast itself, electronics, and potentially blow a hole in the hull, sinking your boat. Nonetheless, cruisers continue assuming this risk with the reward of living amongst these beautiful islands and people.
San Blas is home to the indigenous Kuna Indians, the G pronounced as a K, at around 55,000 in population. They have lived amongst these islands for hundreds of years and call their lands Guna Yala. The name San Blas being given by invading Spanish conquistadors in the 17th century, and therefore they are not fond of the name. The islands are protected by a barrier reef, that stops the swell from destroying the low lying islands. Each island can be inhabited by 1 or more families depending on the islands size. Their society is matrilineal, with the women controlling the household, money, and often choosing their own husbands. They live off their lands and the ocean, and have very limited technology powered by propane, basic solar power and battery storage. The men typically fish for food from dugout canoes with or without masts and sails, and sell some of their catch to make money. The women typically learn to sew Molas which are hand stitched through multiple layers of colored fabrics making beautiful traditional art and selling them to make money.
Usually cruisers stop here after sailing across the Atlantic Ocean, through the Caribbean, and then continue on towards the Panama Canal, to transit and begin their Pacific Ocean adventure. It just so happens that this beautiful place will be OUR shakedown cruising ground to learn how to sail our new boat, operate all of its systems, see what breaks, and hopefully have some fun while were at it. It’s late November, during the change of seasons and the rainy season storms should be calming down. We are carefully navigating our way into the first anchorage and although we are nervous about anchoring Boundless for the first time, it looks promising. Lets see how it goes!
Enjoy!
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[ BOAT SPECS ]
1984 Passport 42
Hull #33
Displacement - 25,000 lbs
Ballast - 9,500 pounds of lead (encapsulated keel not bolted on)
Marconi Cutter Rig
Length - 42'
Beam - 12.75'
Water Draft - 6.4"
Air Draft - 59'
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@SailingSeawind

Where is the most beautiful place you've ever visited? The San Blas islands are one of the top for us! It was so much fun having a camera in my hands during those peaceful mornings in the anchorages ❤

@mikejelinek1413

Big difference in the size of the new boat. Parker, you are a great narrator! Absolutely stunning video.

@danielwaters2132

You couldn't ask for a better place to go with your beautiful Passport. Great video!

@gholhive5596

A beautiful boat, amazing location and a long history of youtuber’s making that place home for a time. Enjoy, the locals are like family ❤️‍🔥

@stephensparkes7260

Thank you for taking the time to make this vlog x 😊

@williamstreet4304

The San Blas Islands have competition for most beautiful. Isla del Cocos and Nuka Hiva are beautiful as well. But San Blas offers a culture that is amazing. I have 3 pieces of art from a master mula artist. I was in San Blas during January 23 and will be back in March or April this year. There are approximately 380 islands and only about 45 are inhabited. One that we anchored near was only 350 paces around the entire island including some walking in the water because of beach obstructions. Another was inhabited by one person. They are truly magical. Enjoy the islands and join some dinners on the beaches where cruisers bring their catch of the day for a BBQ over palm fronds and coconut husks.

@rakoblackstar5294

The CALM after the STORM. Life is good guys, LIFE IS GOOD. Well done, good job guys. Enjoy the new vessel.

@rickkwitkoski1976

Thank you!

@teressagoldstein3769

Great video! New here and will go back and look at others. Take care.❤

@valerieb.4912

Parker the photos on the beach are so beautiful. Boundless will grow with you both as you go forth on this magical sailing journey. Another Private you need to meet is Captain Plucky! Happy Sailing ⛵

@RichardSwinton

look forward to seeing u guys do some serious sailing. stay safe

@krisledrew3668

way to go! new to your channel but have been an a fan of many other sailing channels ,and its refreshing to see a new take on the sailing channel! thanks foe sharing!