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The Annapolis Sailboat Show in Maryland hosts hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of attendees, featuring a temporary marina constructed from 300 dock sections and 69 pilings.8:56 Paul and Sheryl Shard attend the event to showcase the Southerly 540, a 54-foot raised-saloon monohull featuring a forward bunk cabin, an island-berth stateroom, and a raised nav station designed for watch-keeping.1:51 The show includes seminars on topics such as provisioning, hurricane preparation, and Caribbean route planning, alongside networking opportunities for cruisers and industry professionals.5:39 Following the show, the hosts join owners of a Southerly 42 for a day sail on the Chesapeake Bay.9:39 The event concludes with the transition of the temporary marina to accommodate a powerboat show the following week.4:20

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