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Aluminum boat hatches freeze shut in sub-zero temperatures, requiring a screwdriver, chisel, and rubber mallet to force them open.5:10 During winter conditions in Alaska, the vessel remains isolated in the sound for four to five weeks without encountering other traffic.18:32 AIS and VHF radio traffic remain silent, indicating a complete lack of other vessels in the area during the winter season.18:42 The crew observes local wildlife, including a sea otter, while navigating the remote environment.13:38

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