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Squall lines can quickly triple the amount of wind you’re dealing with and have the potential to do damage if you’re caught unprepared. Once the squall hits, preparation is over and it’s up to reactive seamanship skills. While your strategy should depend on many factors (your boat, sea conditions, proximity to land, etc.) here are a few things that are helpful in most circumstances: 1. Reduce sail area early. Considering dropping sails entirely depending on conditions. 2. Ensure the crew puts on proper gear such as Lifejackets, Foul weather jackets, tethers, etc. 3. Take note of where you are & where you were sailing to. Be aware of any nearby shoals or reefs. 4. Prepare for poor visibility. Turn on running lights, monitor VHF ch16, have an airhorn accessible, etc. What else would you add to this list?

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We had been exploring the reef system near Walker Reef (across from Hinchenbrook Island). This Tiger Shark had been cruising in between the bombies and came past our boat. So naturally, Josh felt inspired to jump in the water with this big guy. It was more scared of Josh 😬

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Sentieri offline è il nostro format giornaliero di esperienze Digital Detox con base ad Alghero, Parco Regionale di Porto Conte. Fare yoga con i profumi e i suoni della natura, esplorare punti panoramici mozzafiato, conoscere nuove persone e per finire un fantastico confronto riguardo il rapporto con i dispostivi digitali nella propria quotidianità.

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