Welcome back to another episode of Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of the United States! In Episode 137, we continue our adventure on the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) as host Bela Musits and fellow sailor Mike Malekoff embark on a remarkable journey to move Mike’s Hunter 44 Deck Salon sailboat from Brunswick, Georgia to Burlington, Vermont.
This episode—recorded directly from the cockpit while under sail at 2:00 AM during Bela’s night watch—captures the raw, real-time audio of sailing at night.
Night Sailing on the Atlantic:
Sailing at night is a whole different world. The water is quieter, the sounds sharper, and your senses are dialed up. In this episode, we reflect on what it’s like to helm a 44-foot sailboat after sunset and how we manage watches, lights, navigation, and fatigue.
The Magic of Night Watch:
There’s something special about being the only one awake while everyone else is sleeping below deck. It’s peaceful, introspective, and a perfect time for enjoying our place on the globe.
Night navigation
Sharing night watches on a two-person crew
How to stay alert and avoid fatigue
Tips for safe and smooth sailing at night
Why nighttime on the water can be both eerie and beautiful
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Happy Sailing!
Bela and Mike
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