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The crew of the vessel Zatara is constructing an 80-by-80-foot barndominium in Montana, completing the concrete slab in two separate pours to manage the volume of material and crew requirements.13:05 The project involves installing radiant flooring beneath 6,400 square feet of concrete, a process requiring precise placement of plumbing and lines before the pour.0:13 While managing the construction, the crew maintains a greenhouse, noting lessons learned from a season of trial-and-error gardening, including the challenges of growing corn, watermelon, and cantaloupe in a confined space.2:28 Keith Whitaker utilizes a skid steer to repair driveway ruts caused by heavy construction vehicles, ensuring site access for upcoming deliveries.10:13 The building structure is scheduled for arrival shortly, with plans to begin assembly immediately following the final curing of the concrete aprons.11:53 The crew also announces the Blue Water Cruising Summit, scheduled for January 22–24 at Hawks Key Marina.9:39

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