The Final Gaunlet - Cross Island to Starboard

In this episode I close with the land, wirhmmy home, just off Lunenburg, Nova Scotia and pass through a traditional final gauntlet between Cross Island and the adjoining peninsula. The gap is only 1.7 Nm wide, giving Osprey a tiny target to aim for after 30 days /4350Nm at sea. In fog, drifting in very little wind, with her propellor 'unavailable to assist'; it's time to trust the plan, make careful preparations and take what is offered, as we draw within just a mile or two of our final destination. Need More Mariner? The Mariner Podcast Practical offshore knowledge — heavy weather, safety, and real-world sailing. Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-mariner/id1710667118⁠ Mariner’s Library (Podcast) Deep dives into the history, philosophy, and seamanship of life at sea. Listen here: https://themarinerslibrary.podbean.com⁠ Support the Project If you want to support the production of this media and the campaign: https://patreon.com/themariner⁠ Need 2 Sail? Join me on board Osprey for offshore passages and regatta events. All proceeds go toward funding the my entry in the Global Solo Challenge Round the World Race 2027. Details: https://csmthemariner.com⁠ Next Voyage: October Transatlantic We depart Bermuda on October 5th. If you want to be part of the crossing: csmthemariner@gmail.com