Ricketts Point shipping beacon. by blinkings
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This photograph shows the shallows at Ricketts Point and the measured nautical mile beacon visible on the rocks off Ricketts Point. The other end of the measured nautical mile is at Quiet Corner, Black Rock. In years gone by, this was the only way to measure a ships speed and despite modern navigational aids, this method is still sometimes used. It also helps fishing boats avoid the jagged rocks. A nautical mile is 6080 feet in length, as opposed to the land based statute mile which is 5280 feet in length.
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Comments (14)
Crabbycabby
Fascinating.
rainbows
A beautiful view, lovely place and capture. Anything that keeps our seafarers safe is a bonus. Diane.
jarmila
lovely view and place, great perspective
durleybeachbum
So attractive! I have often wondered why these two sorts of miles are not the same.
jmb007
bel endroit!!
jayfar
A very lovely image. Sharp and contrasty.
geckogr
taking care to have the right light (morning or evening) interesting motive and story
cfulton
Great info with a super shot! Clive
Faemike55
Very cool capture and great information
kgb224
Stunning capture my friend.
npauling
Splendid colouring in this beautiful capture.
odile
Very beautiful light!
danapommet
Nice clarity and detail amoung the rocky area. Looks like the birds like the beacon area. Dana
Mousson
Wonderful image!!!