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While preparing to depart La Paz, Mexico, for Puerto Peñasco, the crew of Catalpa discovers significant fuel contamination.3:47 A routine engine check reveals heavy slime and sediment buildup in the primary Raycor fuel filter bowl.4:19 The captain removes the bowl, cleans the accumulated sludge, and installs a new filter to mitigate the risk of engine failure during the upcoming passage.5:58

After provisioning and fueling in La Paz, the crew motors to a nearby bay to anchor.7:49 They use satellite imagery to identify the location, noting that the actual conditions—clear water and a sandy bottom—align with the digital charts.17:39 The crew spends the following morning hiking the surrounding hills, where they encounter turkey vultures and rattlesnakes.14:55 They emphasize the importance of walking loudly to alert snakes and avoid startling them.15:27 The anchorage features clear, shallow water suitable for swimming, which the crew identifies as a primary criterion for a high-quality stop.12:23

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