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Nova Vita departs Prince Rupert Bay, Dominica, for a 40-nautical-mile passage to Pointe-a-Pitre, Guadeloupe.0:05 Light winds of five to six knots persist throughout the day, forcing the crew to motor the entire distance at an average speed of three to five knots.5:32 The eight-hour transit remains uneventful, with the crew observing local wildlife including ospreys, pelicans, and turtles near Cabrits National Park.2:17 Upon arrival at Marina Bas-du-Fort, the crew prepares for a stern-to mooring.5:58 They deploy four fenders on each side and lash two fender boards together to create a makeshift passerelle for boarding.9:56 The marina staff assists with the docking maneuver, which concludes without damage to the vessel or its wind vane.9:19

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