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Why ships here tend to use the port anchor in the Astoria Anchorage

Oct 2, 2024 | Home Slider, Ship Report Podcasts

Today, another listener question, about why ships generally use the port anchor when they anchor off Astoria in the river. And what does that mean anyway? A look at the nuances of ship handling that demand pilot expertise.

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