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The crew of the 38-ft ketch Red Aviva departs the anchorage at Agua Verde in the Sea of Cortez, Mexico, for a 15-mile passage to the island of Montserrat.7:31 Before departing, the crew cleans the rudder and prepares for a beam to broad reach in light winds.7:51 During the transit, the boat maintains speeds of 4.8 knots while sailing near a catamaran.12:52 As they approach the north end of Montserrat, the crew encounters a distinct, shallow-looking water line extending toward off-lying islets.13:44 They hail the vessel Yoni to verify depths, recording a minimum depth of 35 feet while navigating the area with caution.13:52 Upon arrival, the crew anchors at a site offering protection from westerly winds and meets with friends from Yoni for dinner featuring fresh-caught grouper.17:48 The crew plans to continue toward Puerto Escondido to leave the boat on a mooring for the hurricane season.8:14

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