Puerto Eden
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===Background=== | ===Background=== | ||
| - | + | The country in the vicinity of Puerto Eden was home of the '''Kawésqar''' people... the northern group of the ''Alacaluf'' ( the Kawésqar call the Alaculuf to the south ''Tawóksers'' ). They lived in small scattered groups throughout the area until the 1930's at which time a seaplane base was established in the area to service the float-planes flying the mails between Puerto Montt and Punta Arenas. This led to the people coming in and setting up camp in the vicinity of the base. In 1969 the community of Puerto Eden was established to bring health care and education to the peoples of the region. At one time the town had a population of some 300 but is now below 200 and only 7 Kawésqar remain. | |
===Charts=== | ===Charts=== | ||
Revision as of 03:05, 28 January 2008
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Puerto Eden
Photo: Frank Holden - sv Westerly Serenade
Photo: Frank Holden - sv Westerly Serenade
Photo: Frank Holden - sv Westerly Serenade
Photo: Frank Holden - sv Westerly Serenade
Photo: Frank Holden - sv Westerly Serenade
Background
The country in the vicinity of Puerto Eden was home of the Kawésqar people... the northern group of the Alacaluf ( the Kawésqar call the Alaculuf to the south Tawóksers ). They lived in small scattered groups throughout the area until the 1930's at which time a seaplane base was established in the area to service the float-planes flying the mails between Puerto Montt and Punta Arenas. This led to the people coming in and setting up camp in the vicinity of the base. In 1969 the community of Puerto Eden was established to bring health care and education to the peoples of the region. At one time the town had a population of some 300 but is now below 200 and only 7 Kawésqar remain.
Charts
Submit the chart details that are required for safe navigation.
Radio Nets
Nil
Routes to/from
Check-in facilities
Contact 'Puerto Eden Radio' 1 hour before ETA. As Puerto Eden is invariably a named port on any Zarpe issued for a voyage through the channels it is a required stop when on passage in either direction. Dependant on the attitude of that year's Capitán de Puerto you either attend the conspic. blue roofed Armada building to the west of the town or they will come to you in the town anchorage. Anchor in the middle of the bay or, if invited, tie alongside the Carabineros jetty.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Nil
Anchorages
In front of the town or alongside the carabinero jetty
Tourism & things to do ashore
Interesting walks along the boardwalks and out towards Caleta Malacca. There is a (very) small restaurant by the small pier in front of the Emaza store.
Stores
Very limited supplies are available. Diesel is best organised in advance ..email Juan Avila. He will deliver to your yacht in the anchorage.
The Navimag ferries call twice a week and if you are in dire need you can organise to bring in spare parts or essential stores as cargo.
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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