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The crew of a cruising sailboat prepares for departure from the Rio Dulce in Guatemala, completing maintenance tasks including rudder cable adjustments, engine oil changes, and applying fresh bottom paint.0:30 After provisioning for the upcoming passage, they relocate the vessel to an anchorage near Livingston to clear customs.8:12 During final preparations to haul the dinghy and outboard motor onto the deck, the crew encounters two stowaways: a bat roosting on the outboard and a large black scorpion.25:56 While attempting to remove the scorpion, the captain sustains a sting to the foot, causing localized swelling and significant pain.32:04 The crew monitors the captain for systemic symptoms of envenomation, such as heart rate changes or spreading numbness, while applying antiseptic and ice to the wound.31:52 The vessel continues its passage under autopilot while the crew manages the medical situation and clears the stowaways.41:18 The incident highlights the importance of maintaining a well-prepared, self-sufficient vessel, as the boat’s stability and automated systems allowed the crew to focus on the medical emergency without additional navigational stress.

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