Sailing through orca territory isn’t something we take lightly and while preparing this post for you guys, we heard another sailboat calling for help on the radio..How we stay informed and reduce the risk as much as possible: 📍We monitor:• GT Orcas App – To stay updated about interactions, sightings and risk mapping. • www.orcas.pt – MMSI verified fellow sailors for live-updates. • Telegram groups – Live updates from fellow sailors. • Orca Facebook groups - to stay updated. • We listen to channel 16 (as always) and when we here something related to a orca situation we start recording the conversation so we can go back and listen to it again ex. if we didn’t get the position, name of the vessel etc. ⚠️Our precautions:• We have chosen to only sail in daylight – Which sometimes means early mornings to do a long leg. If something were to happen, we rather want to handle it in full visibility than in the dark. • We have chosen to stay in shallow water - inside the 20m depth counter when possible, but still keeping a safe distance from breaking waves and shallow hazards. • We carry a duffel bag full of sand on deck– The most humane way to try and deter orcas, should they approach the rudder. • We maintain constant lookout – For tall dorsal fins, but also for coastal fishing gear when close to shore. • We talk through roles and action plans - so everyone onboard knows what to do in case of an emergency. 🚨Our procedure in case of an orca interaction: 1: Engine on, max speed, turn boat towards shallows and/or land. 2: One person in charge of throwing sand in the water to hopefully prevent the orcas from damaging the rudder. 3: One person in charge of flipping the swimmingladder down in the water and banging it with a hammer to make loud noises in the water to deter the orcas. 4: Other important things is to issue a Pan-Pan call on the vhf, continuous lookout and video documentation of the interaction. N.B that this is simply the way we’ve chosen to handle the situation, not a detailed A–Z guide on how you should proceed. Always make sure to research the specific area you’re sailing in. Stay safe. #orca #sailing #shortoftheday #circumnavigation

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Pronti per le vostre vacanze in barca a vela? Noi prontissimi! E quest'anno una vacanza in mare, con minime precauzioni, può davvero diventare uno dei modi più sicuri per rilassarsi in un'estate mai tanto desiderata! SE IL VIDEO TI PIACE METTI IUN LIKE E ISCRIVITI AL CANALE! Visita il nostro website: www.sirenasailing.it Perché la barca a vela è la migliore vacanza anti Covid : http://sirenasailing.it/perche-la-barca-a-vela-e-la-migliore-vacanza-anti-covid/ English website: www.sardiniasailingcharter.com Programma 2020 (in continuo aggiornamento): http://www.sirenasailing.it/crociere-... Qui il nostro video di presentazione delle crociere: https://youtu.be/Oix3NR65VBY E qui la nostra barca Blue Magic: http://www.sirenasailing.it/vacanze-b... #sirenasailing #vacanzeinbarcaavela #vela Scrivici a skipper@sirenasailing.it Chiamaci al numero: 335-6836766 Musica del video: https://www.epidemicsound.com/referra... Seguici per ricevere aggiornamenti: Facebook: www.facebook.com/sirenasailing Instagram: www.instagram.com/sirenasailing Telegram: https://t.me/sirenasailing

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Check out these three adorable #stonefish besties! They were just having a blast, looking for their perfect spot to hunt some prey. It's like they were playing an epic game of hide & seek among the stunning coral reef. With their cool patterns and mottled appearance, they've mastered the art of blending in and becoming one with their surroundings. When you're diving with us and exploring the #coral #reefs, keep your eyes peeled for these fascinating #marine creatures. But remember, give them their space and don't disturb them, as their spines can give a nasty sting that you definitely want to avoid! Let's enjoy the #underwater wonders responsibly and show these intriguing creatures the respect they deserve in their natural home. Come join us on our #liveaboarddivingtrip in #RajaAmpat and see for yourself these fantastic #SeaCreatures. Enquiry today, we have special offer for you if book direct! ✉️ info@LaGaligoLiveaboard.com 💬 +62 812 2000 2025 (WhatsApp) 🌐 www.LaGaligoLiveaboard.com 🌐 Trip.LaGaligoLiveaboard.com (Schedule & Rates) ~~~~ #scubadiving #scuba #diving #diver #liveaboard

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What do you think of our newest powercat, the Leopard 53 PC? She will splash in Cape Town this fall.

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