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There was a huge explosion here! [Ep. 78]

24 January 2025 · 38 min · 21K views · St. Anne, Martinique

What this video covers

The crew of the 45-ft catamaran Supernova sails from St. Anne, Martinique, north along the island’s west coast to St. Pierre.5:14 During the transit, they navigate light winds between the mainland and Diamond Rock, occasionally relying on the engine when wind speeds drop below two knots.5:35 Upon arrival in St. Pierre, they anchor near the town, noting that mooring balls are required for closer proximity.10:46 The crew explores the historical ruins of the town, which was destroyed by a volcanic eruption in 1902, including the remains of a theater, a church, and the prison cell that allegedly held the sole survivor.11:08 They later sail south to Fort de France to drop off guests, practicing a sail-off-anchor maneuver to improve boat handling.23:47 In Fort de France, they secure their dinghy using a stern anchor to prevent it from becoming trapped under the dock’s overhang.29:34 The visit concludes with a tour of Fort St. Louis.31:28

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