Puerto Aguirre
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[[Image:Aguirrecapt.jpg|thumb|250px|right|The Capitánia]] | [[Image:Aguirrecapt.jpg|thumb|250px|right|The Capitánia]] | ||
| + | [[Image:Aguirretown.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Downtown Aguirre]] | ||
===Background=== | ===Background=== | ||
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===Charts=== | ===Charts=== | ||
Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation. | Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation. | ||
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===Approach=== | ===Approach=== | ||
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===Radio Nets=== | ===Radio Nets=== | ||
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''Also see [[HF_Radio|World Cruiser's Nets]]'' | ''Also see [[HF_Radio|World Cruiser's Nets]]'' | ||
| + | * Patagonian Cruisers' Net | ||
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===Routes to/from=== | ===Routes to/from=== | ||
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===Anchorages=== | ===Anchorages=== | ||
| + | [[Image:Aguirreanchor.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Caleta de Poza]] | ||
While it is possible to secure to the town wharf for short periods a better option is Caleta La Poza a short distance to the north. Here it is possible to either lie at anchor or you may choose to anchor and run shore lines. | While it is possible to secure to the town wharf for short periods a better option is Caleta La Poza a short distance to the north. Here it is possible to either lie at anchor or you may choose to anchor and run shore lines. | ||
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===Tourism & things to do ashore=== | ===Tourism & things to do ashore=== | ||
| - | The town has limited attractions and is not high on my list of 'must return' ports. | + | * The town has limited attractions and is not high on my list of 'must return' ports. |
| - | There is an airfield on the island and the ferry 'Don Baldo' calls at the port several times a week and links it with Chacabuco and Isla Grande de Chiloe. | + | * There is an airfield on the island and the ferry 'Don Baldo' calls at the port several times a week and links it with Chacabuco and Isla Grande de Chiloe. |
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===Stores=== | ===Stores=== | ||
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Puerto Aguirre, Chile
Background
The small town of Puerto Aguirre serves the local fishing and shellfish processing industries.Strategically situated at the southern end of Canal Moreleda it is an Armada port where Zarpes for the long run south to Puerto Williams can be obtained.
Weather
Weather forecasts for the area can be obtained from the Capitánia de Puerto
Charts
Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation.
Approach
The approach from any direction is simple and straightforward..
Radio Nets
Also see World Cruiser's Nets
- Patagonian Cruisers' Net
Routes to/from
Puerto Aguirre is on the main track to and from the south of Patagonia.
Check-in facilities
Contact 'Puerto Aguirre Radio' on Ch 16 1 hour before your ETA. If you require a new Zarpe you should attend the Capitánia which is situated at the foot of the town wharf.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Nil
Anchorages
While it is possible to secure to the town wharf for short periods a better option is Caleta La Poza a short distance to the north. Here it is possible to either lie at anchor or you may choose to anchor and run shore lines.
Tourism & things to do ashore
- The town has limited attractions and is not high on my list of 'must return' ports.
- There is an airfield on the island and the ferry 'Don Baldo' calls at the port several times a week and links it with Chacabuco and Isla Grande de Chiloe.
Stores
Limited provisions can be found in the town. There is a post office together with a few bars and small restaurants.
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on the Cruiser Log Forum
External Links
Links to relevant websites.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
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