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Erica and Warren explore Dominica, hiking to waterfalls and hot springs before transiting from Roseau to Portsmouth.2:01 Light winds initially force the crew to motor, but conditions improve, allowing them to test sail maneuvers including reefing and jibing.6:28 During the passage, they perform preventative maintenance on a sail seam using a portable sewing machine.9:34 Upon arriving in Portsmouth, they take a guided tour of the Indian River, a brackish waterway known as a breeding ground for tarpon, mullet, and barracuda.10:18 The crew notes the island’s ongoing recovery efforts following hurricane damage.4:51 The trip concludes with a visit to a local establishment to sample a regional drink called Dynamite.13:47

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