Day 50: Wind and Waves

Browns Marina, Bimini, Bahamas (docked)

March 5, 2022

We’re in the middle of a big wind storm. It’s sunny and warm but the wind is high and gusting higher on the west side of the island (where we are docked). Lailia is secure but she’s moving almost continuously. Last night we had some big wave slaps.

John took this video from Lailia

On the lee side of the island it’s pretty calm (but we can see white caps further out). We spent some time walking on the beach this afternoon.

The south end of North Bimini has a rock base which turns into sand further north
A shipwreck

There’s some wrecked and abandoned buildings here – we think they are remnants of a casino. This end of the island seems to have a lot of damaged buildings.

The forecast is calling for at least another day of high winds. We have heard that by April these blows will subside. That can’t come soon enough.

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Author: Chris McLean

Sailor, reader, baker, nature lover.

2 thoughts on “Day 50: Wind and Waves”

  1. I am simply amazed by the beautiful colors of the water! LOVE seeing your pictures and videos. Thank you for allowing us to share in your travels 💚
    ~ Paula

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