|
|
| (33 intermediate revisions by one user not shown) |
| Line 1: |
Line 1: |
| | == Crew == | | == Crew == |
| | | | |
| − | | + | The skipper for this trip will be Ted Young |
| − | The skipper for this trip will be | + | *Cell: 617-447-8439 |
| − | | + | *Home: 617-776-7473 |
| − | Ted Young | + | |
| − | Cell: 617-447-8439 | + | |
| − | Home: 617-776-7473 | + | |
| − | | + | |
| | | | |
| | The current plan is that the race crew will take the boat to Southwest | | The current plan is that the race crew will take the boat to Southwest |
| − | Harbor in Maine, arriving either on Sunday July 14, or Monday July 15. | + | Harbor in Maine, arriving on the morning of Sunday July 14. |
| − | There, we will swap out crew. At this point, we are planning to have | + | There, we will swap out crew. |
| − | two major legs on the return back to Boston:
| + | |
| | | | |
| − | # Southwest Harbor to Portland, ME (arriving on the 16th or 17th). | + | We are planning to have two major legs on the return back to Boston: |
| − | # Portland to Boston (arriving on the 19th or 20th). | + | # Southwest Harbor to Portland, ME (arriving on the 16th, 17th, or 18th). |
| | + | # Portland to Boston (arriving on the 19th, 20th, or 21st). |
| | | | |
| | For leg 1, the crew will be: | | For leg 1, the crew will be: |
| | | | |
| − | * Ulric Ferner (confirmed) | + | * Ulric Ferner 857-919-6911 |
| − | * David Healey (confirmed)
| + | * Eyal Dechter 310-871-1486 |
| − | * Eyal Dechter (confirmed) | + | * David Strubbe 312-731-2427 |
| − | * Ami Yaacobi (confirmed) | + | * Ami Yaacobi 857-383-0668 |
| − | * Shai Yaacobi (confirmed) | + | |
| | | | |
| | For leg 2, the crew will be: | | For leg 2, the crew will be: |
| | | | |
| − | * Robert Chave (confirmed) | + | * Robert Chave 626-622-8562 |
| − | * David Strubbe (confirmed)
| + | * Bryan Haslam 858-717-6279 |
| − | * Bryan Haslam | + | * David Healey 801-310-5814 |
| − | * Jayce Cheng (confirmed)
| + | * Jayce Cheng 617-510-7793 |
| − | | + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | * Amy Heberie (canceled)
| + | |
| − | * Mark Ewachiw (canceled)
| + | |
| − | * Gabriela Noriega (canceled)
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | == Harbors ==
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | ===Bass Harbor===
| + | |
| − | Bass Harbor is located on the southwest portion of Mount Desert Island about 2.5 miles cross-island from Southwest Harbor and 16 miles southwest of Schoodic Harbor. Inside Bass Harbor are a variety of marine service and marina facilities. Of the five marinas located here, two of them accept transient guests, two others pump both gas and diesel fuel, and one has a lift for haul-out and related repairs. Moorings are also available for the night if you prefer to tie up in the harbor.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | The image above is a view from the north-northeast looking south-southwest over where Bass Harbor meets Blue Hill Bay. Off in the top portion of the image are Placentia, Black, Little Gott and Great Gott Islands. A variety of marina and marine service locations can be seen along the waterfront, but most notably, Morris Yachts, builder of fine sailboats, is visible on the left-hand side of the image.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | '''Navigating the Water:'''
| + | |
| − | Use NOAA Charts 13316 and 13318.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Bass Harbor is reached via an approach from the southwest through Blue Hill Bay. If you are approaching at night, Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse has an occulting red light (every four seconds) that stands 56 feet above the water. On your initial approach, first set a course to arrive in the area of waypoint N44 13.311 W68 20.946.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Once you have successfully navigated to the area of the waypoint, set an approximate course of 003 degrees magnetic for about .8 mile to arrive just south of the narrowing piece of water that leads into Bass Harbor proper. Make sure you honor green can buoy “1” and red nun buoy “2” at Weaver Ledge on your way north.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Green can buoy “5” marks the entrance back into the harbor and town wharf where most of the marine service and marina facilities are located. Depths in the primary portion are reported on the chart at 10 feet, but begin to shallow gradually north of Johns Island.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | '''Transportation''':
| + | |
| − | A local ferry provides regular service to nearby Swans Island for those visitors who would like to explore the nearby island.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Like most of the outlying harbors and coves on Mount Desert Island, Bass Harbor is remote, and the only way to get around is by bike or on foot. Much like the rest of Mount Desert Island, you will have to be fairly self-sufficient to get around efficiently.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | ===Belfast Harbor===
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | The town of Belfast and Belfast Harbor are located off Penobscot and Belfast bays, south of Searsport and north of Islesboro Island. A more specific description places Belfast 28 miles west of Mount Desert Island and 78 miles northeast of Portland.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | The image above is a view from the northwest looking southeast over the town of Belfast and the Passagassawkeg River where it meets Penobscot Bay. (Penobscot Bay is the large area of water that is located in the upper right-hand portion of the image.)
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | There are two marinas in town (the Belfast Boatyard and Belfast Public Landing) and they both have transient dockage for visiting boaters. Additionally, both facilities administer the moorings in the harbor--look for instructions on the individual mooring you tie up to. If you need repairs, the Belfast Boatyard has a 30-ton lift, and if you’re low on fuel, Belfast public landing pumps both.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | '''History''':
| + | |
| − | Belfast Area history dates back more than 200 years. In 1765, John Mitchell was making a voyage from Boston to points east and was captivated by the wilderness at the head of Penobscot Bay. He decided the area would be ideal for a settlement and relocated to the area along with 35 friends. Many of the founding fathers wanted to name this new settlement Londonderry, but a strong-willed settler, John Miller of Belfast, Ireland, made a protest and a coin was flipped. Belfast won.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | The harbor and waterfront was the hub of commercial activity. The Belfast area had many active shipyards. Searsport alone, just to the north of Belfast, was home to eleven yards and to more shipmasters than any other town in America. Between 1810 and 1890, more than 200 ships slid down the railways in Searsport and in 1887 alone, more than 1,200 vessels arrived in local ports.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Bustling Belfast carried the spirit of enterprise into the 20th century. Shipbuilding declined as road and rail travel improved. During the 1940s the area embraced the shoe business and two busy poultry processing plants were built. Waldo County took to chicken rearing in a big way as local farms supplied the factories with up to 200,000 birds a day.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | '''Navigating the Water''':
| + | |
| − | Use NOAA Chart 13309.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | The town of Belfast is approached from the east via a passage through Penobscot and Belfast bays. Even though you can use a more direct route (along the southern or northern shorelines of Belfast Bay), we will discuss a central route that allows boaters coming in from the north (Penobscot Bay) or south (West Penobscot Bay) to safely make their way into Belfast and the mouth of the Passagassawakeg River.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | From Penobscot Bay or West Penobscot Bay, first set a course to intercept flashing red, red and white Morse (A) buoy “II,” which is located off the northwestern and of Isleboro Island. The buoy is located at an approximate position of N44 23.196 W68 54.912.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Once you have successfully made you way to flashing red, red and white Morse (A) buoy “II,” set and follow a new course of approximately 325 degrees magnetic for about three miles. Here you will find flashing red bell buoy “2” marking Sleets Ledge in Belfast Harbor.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Lastly, chart your way toward Belfast by setting and following a course of about 319 degrees magnetic for 1.1 miles until you reach red nun buoy “4,” which is just off the Belfast waterfront.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | ===Blue Hill Harbor===
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Blue HIll Harbor is located off the northwest end of Blue Hill Bay just west-northwest of Long Island and due west of Union River Bay. The town of Blue Hill (located on Blue Hill Bay) Has three marine service and marina facilities and one of those three has slips for transient guests. If you plan on using the Blue Hill Town Wharf, keep in mind that the docks are dry at mean low water.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | The image above is a view from the southeast looking northwest over the entrance to northwest Blue Hill Harbor. Off to the right (east) at the opening, Sculpin Point can be seen, while Parker Point is off to the left. In the upper right-hand side of the image, a large mooring field is visible. Up and to the left, is the town of Blue Hill, and all of the marine service an marina facilities for the area are located here.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | '''History''':
| + | |
| − | Started out as a township granted to the veterans of the last war against the French, other settlers followed, and in 1789, a town charter established Blue Hill.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Sea trade and the Maine tradition of fine wooden shipbuilding provided Blue Hill with its first real economic foundations, and saw mills and lumbering sprung up beside the shipyards to provide timber for ship construction and repair.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Today, Blue Hill serves as a pleasure and commercial fishing harbor, receiving many visitors each summer season.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | '''Navigating the Water:'''
| + | |
| − | Use NOAA Chart 13316.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Blue Hill Harbor is reached via an approach from the south or west via the West or East passages from Blue Hill Bay, respectively.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | If you are arriving from the East Passage where it turns into Union River Bay between Newbury Neck and Long Island, first set a course to intercept the area around waypoint N44 23.4298 W68 30.523. Once you have safely navigated to the waypoint, set an approximate course of 308 degrees magnetic for about 2.5 miles to pickup green can buoys “1” and “3,” which both mark a rock shoal to their west.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | If you are arriving from the south via East Passage, first set a course to arrive in the area of waypoint 44 22.938 W68 31.830. Once you have arrived in the area of the waypoint, set an approximate course of 336 degrees magnetic for 1.7 miles to pickup green can buoys “1” and “3.”
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | After leaving green cans “1” and “3” to port, set a new course toward the harbor opening to intercept green can buoy “5” and red nun buoy “6” (both visible in the image above). It is especially important to leave red nun buoy “6” well to starboard, as a long rock shoal extends out into the harbor from Sculpin Point (visible in them image above center right). Once you are clear of Sculpin Point Shoal, a mooring field with available tie-ups opens up to starboard.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Farther in toward the northwest, you will find green can “7” and red nun buoy “8,” which lead around a rock ledge area known as “The Triangles.” From here you can work in toward Blue Hill Town Wharf or Raines Marine, which offers transient slips. Both are situated in extremely shallow water, however; some areas bare to dry at low tide.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | ===Bucks Harbor===
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Bucks Harbor and the town of South Brooksville are situated on the western mouth of Eggemoggin reach. Bucks Harbor is a favored choice among many cruisers due to its scenic views, good holding ground, and the relative protection afforded by Harbor Island.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Bucks Harbor is located off Eggemoggin Reach and Penobscot Bay east of Cape Rosier and north of Little Deer Isle. In terms of geography, Bucks Harbor is about 15 miles northwest of Vinalhaven Island and 16 miles west of Mound Desert Island.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | The image above is a view from the south looking north over Bucks Harbor and Harbor Island--the small bushy piece of land in the center of the harbor. The heavily forest strecth of land on the right-hand (east) side of the image is Garys Point, while Condon Point is directly across the Bucks Harbor opening to the left (west).
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | There are two marine facilities in Bucks Harbor (Bucks Harbor Yacht Club and Bucks Harbor Marine) and while neither of them have transient dock space, both maintain portions of the mooring field. Moorings are generally rented on an overnight basis for a daily fee. Additionally, Bucks Harbor Marine sells both gas and diesel fuel.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | '''Navigating the Water''':
| + | |
| − | Use NOAA Charts 13309 and 13305.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Bucks Harbor is reached via an approach from the east (Eggemoggin Reach) or the south (Penobscot Bay). Both routes are reliable; the one you use just depends on where you are coming from.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Southern Approach:
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | From upper Penobscot Bay, first set a course to intercept red and white buoy “ER,” which is located at an approximate position of N44 17.996 W68 46.469. Once you have successfully navigate your way to red and white buoy “ER,” set a new course of about 071 degrees magnetic and follow it for about eight-tenths of a mile to green can buoy “31.”
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Next, chart a new course of approximately 074 degrees magnetic for about six-tenths of a mile to intercept green can buoy “27.” The last step in the southerly approach to Bucks Harbor is to head to the north-northeast on a course of about 044 degrees magnetic for 1.5 miles; this will bring you to the opening of Bucks Harbor where it meets Eggemoggin Reach.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Eastern Approach:
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | The eastern approach is quite simple. First set a course to intercept red and white buoy “EG,” which is located at an approximate position of N44 19.217 W68 44.565. From here, simply head north for about seven-tenths of a mile to the Bucks Harbor opening.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | ===Burnt Coat Harbor===
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | There are three marine facilities on Burnt Coat Harbor: The Swans Island Fishermans Co-op, the Swans Island Boatshop and the Burnt Coat Harbor Town Dock. The Swans Island Fishermans Co-op does offer transient slips, but availability is based on the number of lobster fisherman using the docks; this is the only transient facility on the harbor. The Burntcoat Harbor Town Dock allows for temporary tie ups, but overnight stays are not permitted. Both gas and diesel fuels are available from the fisherman's co-op.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Accessible from land only by ferry or boat, Burnt Coat Harbor cuts a swath of water into Swans Island, which is located 8 miles to the southwest of Mount Desert Island.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | The well-protected harbor is a popular stopover for mariners and cruisers due to its north coast setting and mild temperatures during the summer season. Beautiful homes and buildings line the pine and conifer forests of the island, which is most famous for its old lighthouse at Hockamock Head.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | '''History''':
| + | |
| − | Swans Island history is closely associated with its namesake, James Swan who, in 1784, purchased a number of islands off Mount Desert Island known as the Burnt Coat group. The explorer Champlain had visited these islands 150 years before Swans arrival in the area.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Fishing and lumber were once major industries on the island, but have since been replaced with tourism, the island’s main revenue generator.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | '''Navigating the Water''':
| + | |
| − | There are two entrances into Burnt Coat Harbor: One from the south side of Swans Island near Southwest Passage and one from Toothacher Bay to the west of Swan Island. The western approach is preferred.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | West Approach Via Toothacher Bay:
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | From Toothacher Bay, first set a course to intercept the area near waypoint N44 07.484 W68 27.538. Once you have safely negotiated near the waypoint, set an approximate course of 064 degrees magnetic for about .8 mile. This will take you past green can buoy “3,” which marks the location of Gooseberry Island Ledge, and then on to red daybeacon “4” on the north end of Harbor Island. If you need assistance navigating in at night, the Hockamock Head Lighthouse (75 feet above water, occulting white every four seconds) is visible for many miles and is located on the port side of the entry channel at, as the name suggests, Hockamock Head.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Once you have cleared red daybeacon “4,” green gong buoy “5” shows up close by. Past this point, the harbor opens up and the three aforementioned marinas should be visible. See the introduction above for details on the services offered.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | East Approach from Southwest Passage::
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | From Southwest Passage, first set a course for the area near waypoint N44 07.157 W68 23.529. Once you have arrived in the area of the waypoint, set an approximate course of 301 degrees magnetic for 1.1 miles to intercept red gong buoy “2.” Once you have safely picked up red gong buoy “2,” set a new course of approximately 310 degrees magnetic for about .9 miles until you will find green can buoy “3.” From here, navigate your way north up into the narrows between Stanley Point and Harbor Island. This area is peppered with many lobster trap floats; be sure to keep an eye out for them. Green can buoy “5” marks a steep rock ledge just east of Harbor Island; both the ledge and green can buoy “5” are visible in the image above (lower portion). Once you have cleared Stanley point and the narrows, you can bend off to the northwest in the main portion of the harbor.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | ===Camden===
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Camden Harbor and the town of Camden are located off West Penobscot Bay just North of Ogier Point. Camden is 13 miles northwest of Vinalhaven Island and 35 miles west of Mount Desert Island.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | There are three primary marine service and marina facilities in Camden Harbor. Wayfarer Marine Corp is by far the biggest and offers a lift for haul-out and related repairs, both gas and diesel fuel, a laundry and transient slips. Camden Town Docks may have transient slips available, but be sure to call ahead to make sure you can be accommodated on your arrival. The Camden Yacht Club is private, but may be able to offer reciprocal privileges to members of participating yacht clubs. If you prefer to tie up to a mooring, there are plenty scattered around the harbor, but be aware that the harbor is exposed to winds from the east.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | '''History''':
| + | |
| − | Captain George Weymouth of the Archangel first sighted the Camden Hills on his voyage to Maine in 1605, and Captain John Smith is also known to have visited the area in 1614. It was 155 years later, though, that the first people to settle Camden arrived. At that time, the area was known as part of the "Megunticook Plantation", from an Indian name meaning "great sea swells."
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Camden was named for Charles Pratt, first Earl of Camden, in 1791.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | '''Navigating the Water''':
| + | |
| − | Use NOAA Chart 13305.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Camden Harbor is reached via an approach from the north or south through West Penobscot Bay north of Rockport. From West Penobscot Bay, first set a course to intercept red nun buoy “2,” which is located at an approximate waypoint of N44 12.005 W69 02.407. If you are arriving at night, or from a far distance out in West Penobscot Bay, Curtis Island Light (52 feet above the water, occulting green light every four seconds) is an excellent guide.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Once you have picked up red nun buoy “2,” set an approximate course of 329 degrees magnetic for about .3 mile until you find red nun buoy “4” at the southern edge of Northeast Ledge (this buoy is visible in the image above). If you are heading north to Sherman Cove, set a new course of around 334 degrees magnetic for about .3 mile to intercept red nun buoy “6.” If you are heading straight into Camden Harbor, set an approximate course of 312 degrees magnetic until you intercept green can buoy “7,” and then head in toward Camden Harbor, making sure to keep a watch out for moored boats.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | There is also an alternate northern approach to Camden Harbor, but it is a bit narrow and lined with rock ledges on either side. Certainly do not attempt this passage in fog or bad weather, and especially not at night. First set a course to intercept red and white buoy “CH,” which is located at an approximate waypoint of N44 12.679 W69 020.272. Once you have safely navigated to red and white buoy “CH,” set an approximate course of 248 degrees magnetic for about .4 miles until you see green can buoy “1.” From green can buoy “1,” set a course to the west between the narrows, passing flashing red “2” along the way. Once past flashing red “2,” you will be in deep water and can head north toward Sherman Cove or south toward Camden.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | === Cape Porpoise Harbor ===
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Cape Porpoise Harbor is located south of its namesake geographical point (Cape Porpoise) and about 2.5 miles northeast of Kennebunkport and nearly eight miles south of the Saco River.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Cape Porpoise Harbor has traditionally been used by lobstermen and fishermen, but today it is often used by recreational boaters looking for safe harbor. The entrance and harbor carry depths of about eight feet, and there are both mooring and anchoring spaces available along the entire length of the harbor.
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | History:
| + | |
| − | Explorer Samuel de Champlain visited the islands defining Cape Porpoise harbor in 1604 and named it “Le Port aux Isles” (Island Harbor).
| + | |
| − | | + | |
| − | Cape Porpoise was uninhabited except for a few fishermen until 1718, when descendents and new settlers petitioned the Massachusetts legislature to settle a fishing village. The legislature approved, and the town of Arundel was incorporated in 1719. From the early seventeenth century, small vessels plied the harbor of Cape Porpoise for the prime fishing. As mills began to appear on the Mousam River, shipbuilding for trade and for lumber export became a primary industry.
| + | |
| | | | |
| − | Today, Cape Porpoise is primarily a lobster and fishing port, but also relies on nearby Kennebunkport for tourism revenue.
| + | ==Schedule== |
| | | | |
| − | '''Navigating the Water''': | + | * '''Thursday, July 11''' - X Dimension departs Halifax at 8pm. She arrived in Southwest Harbor Saturday evening at 6pm. She will have seven crew aboard (Silas is flying back to the U.S. from Halifax), five of whom will need transportation to Boston (Hannah is meeting her parents). X Dimension has a space reserved at [http://www.dysartsmarina.com/ Dysart's Great Harbor Marina] in Southwest Harbor ([http://sailing.mit.edu/bluewater/tracks/chartv3.html?z=12&l=44.274828,-68.324189 44° 16.490' N, 68° 19.451 W]) on Sunday, July 14. She will wait there until the boat clears customs. |
| − | Use NOAA Chart 13286.
| + | |
| | | | |
| − | Approaching offshore at night, you will probably first see the flashing white light from the Goat Island Lighthouse, which stands 38 feet above the water. Once you have the area in sight, set a course to intercept red bell buoy “2,” which is located at an approximate position of N43 21.124 W70 25.107.
| + | * '''Sunday, July 14''' - Ted, David S., and Eyal drive two cars to Southwest Harbor at 6am. Meet the race crew, load supplies, and make for Stonington (21 nm). We have a mooring reserved at [http://www.billingsmarine.com/marina.html Billings Diesel and Marine] in Stonington ([http://sailing.mit.edu/bluewater/tracks/chartv3.html?l=44.148556,-68.678713 44° 08.913' N, 68° 40.723' W]) (mooring #0166) |
| | | | |
| − | Having successfully picked up red bell buoy “2,” set an approximate course of 330 degrees magnetic for about two-tenths of a mile to pick up red nun buoy “4.”
| + | * '''Monday, July 15''' - Depart Stonington hearly and head towards Boothbay Harbor (52 nm). We have a mooring reserved at [http://www.carouselmarina.com/index.html Carousel Marina] ([http://sailing.mit.edu/bluewater/tracks/chartv3.html?z=13&l=43.844804,-69.626541 43° 50.688' N, 69° 37.592' W]) in Boothbay Harbor for Monday, July 15. |
| | | | |
| − | The next step is to head farther northwest toward red nun buoy “6”--about two-tenths of a mile away--and then head into the harbor, which is lined by a series of red and green can buoys that mark the shoal areas outside the dredged mooring and anchor area.
| + | * '''Tuesday, July 16''' - Depart Boothbay and head for Portland (32 nm). We have dock space reserved for Tuesday, July 16 at [http://www.portlandyacht.com/marina.html Portland Yacht Services] (http://sailing.mit.edu/bluewater/tracks/chartv3.html?z=13&43.662097,-70.242333 43° 39.726' N, 70° 14.540' W). We will try to arrive in Portland in time to catch the 7:55 pm Downeaster train to Boston. Robert, Bryan, and David H. will take the train up during the day to meet the boat. |
| | | | |
| − | ===Carvers Harbor===
| + | * '''Wednesday, July 17''' - Depart Portland, sail to Portsmouth, NH |
| | | | |
| − | Carvers Harbor is located on the southwestern end of Vinalhaven Island east of Greens Island. Carvers Harbor is 30 miles southwest of Mount Desert Island and 32 miles northeast of Monhegan Island.
| + | * '''Thursday, July 18''' - Sail to Gloucester |
| | | | |
| − | The image above is a view from the southwest looking northeast over the entrance to Carvers Harbor. Off to the left (northwest) is the edge of a rock outcropping spilling down into the water. This is Dodge Point. Off to the extreme lower right-hand (southeast) corner of the image is Potato Island (one of the two that can be seen), while off the image to the right (east) is Lane Island. Note the hundreds of lobster pot floats that are scattered across the entrance.
| + | * '''Friday, July 19''' - Sail to Boston |
| | | | |
| − | There are two marine service and marina facilities in Carvers Harbor and one of them accepts transient guests. Hopkins Boatyard can arrange for a transient slip with advance notice and has a repair staff on-site for mechanical in the water repairs. The Vinalhaven Fisherman’s Co-op does not accept transient guests, but depending on how many fisherman and lobsterman are tied up for the evening, you may be able to talk your way into a slip. There are about a hundred moorings in the harbor; see mooring flats for instructions.
| + | ==Waypoints== |
| | | | |
| − | History:
| + | Please see [[Maine Harbors]] for list of possible harbors where XD can stop during the voyage. |
| − | The first people known to visit Vinalhaven were the Red Paint People, some 3,800 to 5,000 years ago. Abenakis and other Native Americans came later. Europeans first settled Vinalhaven in 1763 at the end of the French and Indian Wars. The first occupations on Vinalhaven centered on fishing, farming, logging and boatbuilding. Women supported these industries by knitting fishnets and horse nets to protect the farm horses from flies. The quality of Vinalhaven’s granite was discovered in 1826. For the next 100 years, men primarily from Scandanavia and the British Isles quarried, cut, polished and carved granite to be shipped on schooners, sloops and barges to ports as far away as New Orleans.
| + | |
| | | | |
| − | Information Courtesy Maine Windjammer Association.
| + | ==Provisions== |
| | | | |
| − | '''Navigating the Water''':
| + | ==Transportation== |
| − | Use NOAA Chart 13303.
| + | |
| | | | |
| − | The primary, and preferred route into carvers Harbor is a southern approach past Heron Neck Ledge and Greens Island.
| + | ===Car=== |
| | | | |
| − | If you are approaching from offshore, the Heron Neck Lighthouse (92 feet above water, flashing red) is located on the southern end of Greens Island and is an excellent target at night and during fog (equipped with horn). Heron Neck Ledge and Colt Ledge, along with a few other outcroppings can be dangerous if you don’t mind them properly. Most of them are marked with a series of red nun buoys, but additionally, some are not marked. Use extreme caution as you work your way in toward Carvers Harbor.
| + | This is certainly the most flexible option. Ted can provide two cars, but will have limited room for gear, cushions, provisions, and the outboard motor. We may be able to use Scott's minivan if we can locate it. Cost: gas for 2 vehicles for 600 miles each: ~$240. |
| | | | |
| − | Once you have made your way through the rock ledges, head toward the Carvers Harbor Lighthouse (19 feet above water flashing red every four seconds), making sure you avoid the rock shoal that extends southeastward from Green Island at its southern end.
| + | ===Other Transportation Options=== |
| | | | |
| − | After you have made your way around Greens Ledge, set a course to intercept flashing red buoy “4” and green can buoy “5”, which lead you the rest of the way into the harbor.
| + | * [https://www.greyhound.com/ Greyhound]: Boston to Bangor: 3 trips per day, ~4-1/2 hours, $45/person. |
| − | The entire entrance route is peppered with thousands of lobster pots and fish traps. If you don’t want one of these wrapped around your propeller, be sure to keep a close watch out for them.
| + | * [http://www.barharborbangorshuttle.com/ Bar Harbor Shuttle]: Bangor to Bar Harbor: 4 trips per day, ~1-1/2 hours: $40/person |
| | + | * [http://amtrak.com/ Amtrak]: Boston to Portland: $20/person |
The current plan is that the race crew will take the boat to Southwest
Harbor in Maine, arriving on the morning of Sunday July 14.
There, we will swap out crew.
This is certainly the most flexible option. Ted can provide two cars, but will have limited room for gear, cushions, provisions, and the outboard motor. We may be able to use Scott's minivan if we can locate it. Cost: gas for 2 vehicles for 600 miles each: ~$240.
