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Johan and Malin prepare for a passage from Cartagena, Colombia, to the San Blas Islands in Panama by securing $1,184 in cash for cruising permits and local expenses.3:01 While anchored in Cartagena, they experience unstable weather and observe six neighboring vessels dragging anchor during overnight squalls.9:51 Before departing, the crew discovers their propeller is encrusted with one centimeter of barnacles, which significantly hinders boat speed.12:42 They attempt to clean the propeller in the water despite a 0.7-knot current.13:01 Upon weighing anchor, they sail 22 nautical miles to Isla Grande in the Islas Rosarios.14:36 Because Navionics charts for the area lack sufficient detail, the crew relies on paper charts and a supplemental cruising guide to navigate through reefs and shallows.15:03 They successfully reach the island and secure the boat to a mooring ball.18:23

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