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The crew of a cruising sailboat navigates the Potomac River to reach Washington, D.C., after departing from Annapolis, Maryland.0:54 During the transit, they encounter gusty conditions reaching 35 knots and identify a critical maintenance issue: the primary link of their anchor chain has worn thin and requires immediate replacement.7:12 Lacking tools to cut the chain while underway, they bypass the repair by shifting the chain to bypass the damaged link.2:16 Upon arrival in Washington, D.C., they anchor in the Potomac River and utilize the Wharf Marina to dock their dinghy for a daily fee of $10, which provides access to laundry, showers, and waste facilities.12:04 The crew explores the city’s monuments, including the Capitol and the Washington Monument, before departing south toward Norfolk to enter the Intracoastal Waterway.14:21 The final leg of the river transit involves navigating through debris and logs following heavy rainfall.25:14 The crew relies on a mentor, Miguel, for weather routing and passage planning advice throughout the journey.21:58

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