SAILING through a FOG BANK: A Hidden DANGER on the Dutch Canals!; S3/E13
Join Henk-Jan on an exhilarating and challenging journey aboard Lady Liselot as he sails through a dense fog bank on the Dutch canals. In this captivating video, Henk-Jan showcases his expert sailing skills as he navigates his 50ft trawler yacht through poor visibility of only 125 meters. The video takes you on a thrilling adventure, where every turn brings new challenges and unexpected encounters.
Experience the thrill of sailing as Henk-Jan battles against the elements, relying on his instincts and expertise to steer the yacht safely through the fog. Witness his strategic course plotting techniques and communication with other boats and the Coast Guard via VHF, showcasing his mastery of the open waters.
This captivating journey is filled with breathtaking scenery, including picturesque canals, charming bridges, and stunning landscapes of the Netherlands. As Henk-Jan sails through the fog, you'll feel the excitement build as he encounters unexpected obstacles like sandbanks and maneuvering through narrow passages.
Stay tuned for the next episode, where Henk-Jan promises an unexpected twist and continuation of this gripping story. Don't miss out on the opportunity to witness the challenges and triumphs of sailing in poor visibility and the breathtaking beauty of the Dutch canals.
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The poor visibility of 125 meters during this journey brings some challenging moments.
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The day the world disappeared. Solo cruising this 50ft Trawler Yacht in Thick Fog; S3/E13
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Nederlands.
Waarom ik alles in het Engels doe?
Omdat ik video's kijk van Fransen, Denen, Noren, Spanjaarden, Portugezen, Duitsers én heel veel Engelstaligen die allemaal Engels lullen en ook bootjesmensen / liveaboards zijn. Want alleen dan kan je je ervaring wereldwijd delen. En wat blijkt? Mijn video's worden in 127 landen bekeken (zie S03/E01 voor de lijst). Veel van mijn kijkers en abonnees zijn Engelstaligen die mijn video's helemaal top vinden, omdat ze óf familie hebben uit Nederland, of hier jaren geleden zijn geboren en door omstandigheden nu elders op de wereld wonen. En, dat ik dan Engels spreek met een accentje (net als de Fransen, Denen, Noren, Spanjaarden, Portugezen, Duitsers overigens) dan interesseert hen dat geen reet.
Het slechte zicht van 125 meter tijdens deze trip brengt enkele uitdagende momenten met zich mee.
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Dr. Henk-Jan van Essen balanced a PhD defense with single-handed trawler voyaging on 'Lady Liselot'. Follow his 2026 mission to London and Paris in this feature.
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