The Argo navigated the Symplegades, the Clashing Rocks at the entrance to the Black Sea. Athena held the rocks apart as the ship passed through, losing only the tip of its stern ornament.
The Argonauts navigated the Symplegades following Phineus's advice, sending a dove ahead and rowing through as the rocks recoiled. After their passage the Clashing Rocks became fixed forever.
Phineus revealed to the Argonauts the secret of navigating the Symplegades: send a dove through first, and if it survives, row through at full speed before the rocks close again. His advice allowed the Argo to pass safely.
The Symplegades, the Clashing Rocks at the entrance to the Black Sea, were a major obstacle during the Voyage of the Argo. Following Phineus's advice, the Argonauts sent a dove through first, then rowed through before the rocks could close again.
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