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Armand and Liya, sailing the 38-ft SV Cosmo, navigate the waters of Bahia de Los Angeles while managing environmental hazards and equipment challenges. During a beach excursion, Liya suffers a stingray injury to her foot, which the crew treats by soaking the wound in hot water to neutralize the venom.1:35 While attempting to depart the bay, the crew encounters strong currents and headwinds, forcing them to motor through a narrow channel after multiple failed tacks.4:26 Upon anchoring at a new location, the boat is swarmed by bees, prompting an immediate relocation to Isla La Ventana.8:18 The crew also attempts to fish, hooking a Dorado that escapes before it can be landed.12:10 Despite these setbacks, the pair maintains a flexible approach to cruising, prioritizing comfort by relocating when anchorages become rolly or infested with insects.10:29

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