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The crew of the 36-ft steel Van de Stadt Seal Kira-Kira manages water and fuel shortages while anchored in the Vagabundos anchorage near Paraty, Brazil. After local freshwater sources dry up, the family manually retrieves their 20-kg stainless steel Danforth anchor to relocate to the city.3:27 They anchor in 4 metres of water using 6 metres of chain and 60 metres of line.5:35 In Paraty, the crew secures a 13-kg Brazilian gas cylinder at the fishermen's pier, noting that the larger size requires external mounting and protection from corrosion.8:05 Maintenance tasks include hand-sewing replacement zippers onto the boat's plastic side enclosures to improve weatherproofing against frequent rain.9:00 During a short passage to Ilha Dacotia, a fishing line becomes entangled in the propeller after the crew engages reverse gear; the line is cleared to prevent damage to the shaft seal and propeller hub.13:30 The family also utilises the stop in Paraty to complete medical checkups and navigate the town's historic, tide-flushed streets.10:26

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