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How to Launch a Pilot Boat–Behind the Scenes at Point Hope Shipyard

published on 20 June 2025 - 2753 -

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Found on YouTube. Created by "Left Coast Corrie". Recorded on 2025-06-06. Originally published on 2025-06-15.

Welcome to Point Hope Shipyard in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. In this video, I follow the float off of the Pacific Navigator, a hardworking pilot boat that serves the Port of Victoria and Ogden Point. We watch as the vessel is pulled along the marine railway, rotated on the turntable, and positioned onto the cradle. Once secured, the cradle lowers to float-off depth, and the Pacific Navigator fires up her engines for a short harbour spin before returning to duty. Some segments, including the cradle lowering, have been gently sped up 2X to help keep the pace moving. As always, it’s a fascinating process made possible by the skilled crew at Point Hope. After this video goes live, I’ll be attending the upcoming Father’s Day open house in hopes of capturing some close-up shots and learning even more about this incredible working shipyard. Thank you for joining me on this behind-the-scenes adventure.

I want to take a moment to acknowledge that this footage was captured on the unceded territory of the Lekwungen people of the Esquimalt and Songhees First Nations.

Thank you so much for watching and for being part of this experience — your support truly means the world to me.

My channel is dedicated to bringing you new adventures every weekend, allowing you to explore the world of planes, trains, automobiles, ships, food reviews, and tourist attractions in the vibrant capital city of Victoria, Vancouver, British Columbia and across this vast country of Canada. As my horizons expand, so do the journeys across the vast and beautiful landscapes of Canada.

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Thank you for joining us on this exciting tugboat launch adventure at Victoria Harbour. Your support means the world to me. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more thrilling adventures! Stay tuned for more exhilarating experiences from the harbour and beyond! ✈️🌍

Best....Corrie

Point Hope Maritime Ltd

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