Scottish Country Dancing Dictionary

Safe Anchorage

Scottish Country Dance Instruction

SAFE ANCHORAGE (J5x32) 5C set Beryl McGhee Imperial 4

1- 8 1s+2s also 3s+4s set twice, cross RH and dance RH across ½ way
9-16 1s and 3s set, petronella turn into centre and turn partner RH
17-24 1s+3s dance RSh reel of 4 ending 1s in 2nd place and 3s in 4th place
25-32 1s+4s also 3s+5s set twice, cross LH and dance LH across ½ way. 24153

(MINICRIB. Dance crib compiled by Charles Upton, Deeside Caledonian Society, and his successors)


Keith Rose's Crib Diagrams


Dance Information

A safe anchorage denotes a secure and sheltered location for vessels to anchor.

It is typically characterized by conditions that mitigate the risk of adverse weather, strong currents, or other potential hazards. The selection of a safe anchorage is a critical aspect of maritime navigation and ensures the stability and security of anchored vessels. Factors influencing the determination of a safe anchorage include the depth of water, the nature of the seabed, protection from prevailing winds, and the absence of obstacles or navigational hazards.

Mariners seek safe anchorages for various reasons, including temporary halts during a journey, awaiting favorable weather conditions, or engaging in maritime activities such as fishing or cargo transfer. The availability of safe anchorages is often a consideration in maritime planning and navigation, with navigational charts and maritime regulations providing guidance on designated safe anchorage areas.

Safe Anchorage
Safe Anchorage
Here the skerries in Loch na Cuilce, Isle Of Skye, give shelter from the prevailing south westerlies


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