Sailing Dark Angel posts
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SDA140N Hidden Caves and Sneaky Beaches
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we venture to Oven Rock on Great Guana Cay and uncover a hidden cave in the hills! Our exploration continues as we discover yet another stunning, secluded beach in the Bahamas.When I started this platform I was pretty shy on camera, so this was truly uncensored...
SDA140P Hidden Caves and Sneaky Beaches
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we venture to Oven Rock on Great Guana Cay and uncover a hidden cave in the hills! Our exploration continues as we discover yet another stunning, secluded beach in the Bahamas.Our Rum tasting article in the fall issue of Latitudes and Attitudes magazine is avai...
SDA139N Diving into Danger
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we encounter some unexpected guests! Battling big fetch makes getting on and off the boat to dive our anchor and explore a mystery spot quite hazardous. Adding to the challenge, our windlass fails spectacularly.When I started this platform I was pretty shy on c...
SDA139P Diving into Danger
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we encounter some unexpected guests! Battling big fetch makes getting on and off the boat to dive our anchor and explore a mystery spot quite hazardous. Adding to the challenge, our windlass fails spectacularly.Our Rum tasting article in the fall issue of Latit...
SDA138N Diving, Sailing, Drama & D'oh!
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we conclude our visit to beautiful Guana Cay South with an unforgettable dive along the expansive coral reef. Afterward, we head to Black Point to take care of some errands. Unfortunately, while raising anchor, I lose my cherished necklace, leading to some off-...
SDA138P Diving, Sailing, Drama and D'oh!
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we conclude our visit to beautiful Guana Cay South with an unforgettable dive along the expansive coral reef. Afterward, we head to Black Point to take care of some errands. Unfortunately, while raising anchor, I lose my cherished necklace, leading to some off-...
SDA137N Bahamian Rock Iguanas
Black Point Settlement on Great Guana Cay before setting out to explore the area in our dinghy, Imp. Next door is beautiful Guana Cay South, with a stunning beach, gorgeous coral and fascinating limestone, all overseen by enigmatic Bahamian Rock Iguanas. Of course the best way to explore this gorgeo...
SDA137P Bahamian Rock Iguanas
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel we drop anchor at Black Point Settlement on Great Guana Cay before setting out to explore the area in our dinghy, Imp. Next door is beautiful Guana Cay South, with a stunning beach, gorgeous coral and fascinating limestone, all overseen by enigmatic Bahamian Roc...
SDA136N Pig Beach, Sharks & Staniel Cay
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel we venture to the renowned Pig Beach on Big Majors Cay, where we make a reluctant visit to see the famous swimming pigs. But that's just the beginning! We'll encounter some curious sharks, explore intriguing limestone caves, and take a relaxing stop at C...
SDA136P Pig Beach, Sharks, and Staniel Cay
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel we venture to the renowned Pig Beach on Big Majors Cay, where we make a reluctant visit to see the famous swimming pigs. But that's just the beginning! We'll encounter some curious sharks, explore intriguing limestone caves, and take a relaxing stop at C...
SDA135N Sharks & Cuts ~ Bahamas Dangers
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel we say good-bye to stunning Thomas Cay and sail to Big Majors Cay, where the boat in front of us is cleaning fish. That makes swimming and checking the anchor a whole different ball game! We're not just dodging tour boats, now we're dodging sharks!See mo...
Sharks & Cuts ~ Bahamas Dangers
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel we say good-bye to stunning Thomas Cay and sail to Big Majors Cay, where the boat in front of us is cleaning fish. That makes swimming and checking the anchor a whole different ball game! We're not just dodging tour boats, now we're dodging sharks!Our Ru...
SDA134N Conch Tease. Breeding in Pipe Creek
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel the storms have cleared out and we finally get to go out and explore Pipe Creek. We find hundreds of juvenile conch flourishing in the shallows.These stunningly clear waters and sandy limestone islands are perfect for exploring above and below the waterline, wit...
SDA134P Conch Tease. Breeding in Pipe Creek
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel the storms have cleared out and we finally get to go out and explore Pipe Creek. We find hundreds of juvenile conch flourishing in the shallows.These stunningly clear waters and sandy limestone islands are perfect for exploring above and below the waterline.Our ...
SDA133N You're Grounded! Lightning Strikes and Dragging Anchors
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel we ride out a big lightning storm in Pipe Creek, Exumas, in the Bahamas. It's a big windy blow that pushes two boats, a catamaran and a monohull, into the shore and spins us like a top.Then an anchor check turns into a reef dive. After the storm we get the a...
SDA133P You're Grounded! Lightning Strikes and Anchor Dragging
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel we ride out a big lightning storm in Pipe Creek, Exumas, in the Bahamas. It's a big windy blow that pushes two boats, a catamaran and a monohull, into the shore and spins us like a top.Then an anchor check turns into a reef dive.Our Rum tasting article in th...
SDA132N Storm Prep on a Sailing Catamaran
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel we begin to explore beautiful Pipe Creek Exumas, before our focus changes to storm prep. A trip to Staniel Cay by dinghy for essentials has less than stellar results. Discover with us, the challenges of squall prep, even in a protected anchorage. How can you not...
SDA132P Storm Prep on a Sailing Catamaran
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel we begin to explore beautiful Pipe Creek Exumas, before our focus changes to storm prep. A trip to Staniel Cay by dinghy for essentials has less than stellar results. Discover with us, the challenges of squall prep, even in a protected anchorage.See our anchor d...
SDA131N Anchor Ups & Downs
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we explore Compass Cay all around Rachel's Bubble Bath. From there, we cruise to one of our cherished havens, Thomas Cay. Holding in these shallow and narrow waters demands precise anchor and chain handling, yet the rewards of this picturesque sanctuary are...
SDA131P Anchor Ups & Downs
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we explore Compass Cay all around Rachel's Bubble Bath. From there, we cruise to one of our cherished havens, Thomas Cay. Holding in these shallow and narrow waters demands precise anchor and chain handling, yet the rewards of this picturesque sanctuary are...
SDA130N 123 knots Sideways
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel I try to magically erase our bean bag chairs. Then, as beautiful Shroud Cay fills up, we sail away to gorgeous Compass Cay for a bottom scrubbing. It's an easy, relaxing sail. But hold onto your hats as our leisurely sail takes an unexpected twist, we're...
SDA130P 123 knots Sideways
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel I try to magically erase our bean bag chairs. Then, as beautiful Shroud Cay fills up, we sail away to gorgeous Compass Cay for a bottom scrubbing. It's an easy, relaxing sail. But hold onto your hats as our leisurely sail takes an unexpected twist, we're...
SDA129P Tight Squeeze
Join us on the latest expedition with Sailing Dark Angel as we navigate into the stunning waters of the Exumas. Brace yourselves as we squeeeeeze into a very crowded and shallow Allan's Cay, savoring our first dip of the year amidst challenging currents. Then, embark on a breathtaking downwind s...
SDA128N Running Against the Wind
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we cruise out of Bimini for the two day trek to New Providence Island. Fuel becomes an issue as we drive into the prevailing East winds. Anchoring over night in the middle of nowhere is always a bit nerve-wracking, but very satisfying. A quick, desperate fuel s...
SDA128P Running Against the Wind
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we cruise out of Bimini for the two day trek to New Providence Island. Fuel becomes an issue as we drive into the prevailing East winds. Anchoring over night in the middle of nowhere is always a bit nerve-wracking, but very satisfying. A quick, desperate fuel s...
SDA127N Crossing the Gulf Stream with a Pool Noodle?
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we cruise south to Cay Biscayne before making the international hop to Bimini, our check-in point to the Bahamas. After checking in the boat chores continue... with a pool noodle?Fair warning, Vimeo and Patreon do not allow me to be fully uncensored.When I star...
SDA127P Crossing the Gulf Stream with a Pool Noodle?
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we cruise south to Cay Biscayne before making the international hop to Bimini, our check-in point to the Bahamas. After checking in the boat chores continue... with a pool noodle?Our Rum tasting article in the fall issue of Latitudes and Attitudes magazine is a...
SDA126N Windlass Woes
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we finally get off the mooring and head offshore. Can I sail offshore without being naked?Anchoring becomes an issue when our Lofrans Tigress windlass fails. At least we finally get to hang out with Anthony again! He was the first really good friend we met when...
SDA126P Windlass Woes
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, We finally get off the mooring and head offshore, but anchoring becomes an issue when our Lofrans Tigress windlass fails. At least we finally get to hang out with Anthony again! He was the first really good friend we met when we started our boat search at the b...
SDA125N West Palm Beach Walkabout and Leather Patchwork
In this episode of Sailing Dark Angel, we take one last walk around West Palm Beach, and find a way to patch our ailing saloon cushions as we get another day closer to sailing out of Lake Worth, Florida.We really hope you enjoy the walk around West Palm Beach. It's a beautiful place, even in the...
