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The crew of Miss Lone Star explores Banderas Bay, Mexico, during a summer passage between Puerto Vallarta and the anchorage at Yelapa.0:08 Because the water depth in Yelapa exceeds the length of the vessel's anchor chain, the crew secures the boat to a mooring ball at a cost of $60 USD per night.7:36 The transit involves light winds, requiring the use of the engine for water production and propulsion.2:54 During the trip, the crew manages a 3.5-horsepower backup outboard motor for the dinghy and navigates around floating debris pushed into the bay by local rivers.0:27 The return trip to the dock in Nuevo Vallarta occurs at 5 a.m. in 15-knot winds, requiring coordinated line handling to secure the vessel safely.20:55 The crew also hikes to local waterfalls and explores the surrounding jungle.6:53

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