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A catamaran crew navigates the St. Lucie Inlet in Florida, timing their arrival for slack tide to avoid the reported hazards of swift currents and tidal changes.8:14 To maintain a specific arrival window, the crew monitors their speed over ground, initially using both 40-horsepower Yanmar engines to reach 6.5 knots before slowing to sail in light winds.9:15 They consult a local TowBoatUS operator via VHF channel 07 to confirm conditions, citing a four-foot draft and their vessel type.15:44 Upon arrival at high slack tide, the crew finds the inlet calm and enters without incident.17:32 After reaching Manatee Pocket, the crew drops the anchor twice to ensure it holds.17:46 Throughout the transit, the crew attempts to fish while underway and practices heaving to, though they struggle with coordination and gear management.12:53 The experience confirms that local knowledge and proper timing can mitigate the risks associated with navigating challenging inlets.

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