[password] rachel25
[position] 52 28.651s 073 35.5000w
[status] Anchored in Caleta Darde, east coast of Canal Smyth, Isla Hose
Despite the williwaws at the anchorage, we decided to up anchor. Sure enough, once out in Canal Smyth the wind steadied to 15 to 20 knots on the aft beam , and with just the Yankee up, we cruised at a good pace, 20nm south. Six or seven Sei whales (we think) were spotted, in pairs or individually along the way.
This delightful caleta is completely enclosed. However, to our horror, there was another yacht in the anchorage! (Apart from sharing some anchorages with Beduin, we have had the place to ourselves.)
When we arrived in the caleta, we found a sign, a small orange piece of cloth, hanging prominently on a tree near the shore, from Aleko of Beduin. It said he had left the caleta 5 days ago, and also suggested a walk in the area, which leads across to the other side of the island, which we then did. The walk gave fantastic views towards Estrecho de Magallanes, and a 360 degree view of the shores of this island. We think that, with the more peaceful anchorage and the exercise, we will all sleep well tonight.
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