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The crew anchors in a large bay on the south side of Fetlar, one of the northernmost islands in the Shetland archipelago, to explore the local birdlife and coastal terrain.1:15 Despite seeking wind protection, the anchorage experiences significant swell.0:45 After landing the dinghy in the town of Hubie, the crew hikes a coastal path featuring craggy coves, bluffs, and fissures.3:50 The island hosts nesting colonies of black-footed kittiwakes and Shetland ponies.1:22 The hike includes a visit to the Snap, a natural hole in the rock formation caused by erosion.8:22 Later, the crew sails to the island of Noss, anchoring in a small south-coast cove to hike the perimeter trails.15:52 The cliffs of Noss support large populations of northern gannets, which exhibit six-foot wingspans, and black guillemots, which resemble penguins.10:40 The crew also observes seals and puffins in the surrounding waters before planning a transit to the harbor of Lerwick.16:17

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