FLEET UPDATE 2025-01-05

2025-01-05
FLEET UPDATE

“A man is never lost at sea.”

– Ernest Hemingway

Sunrise over Isla Grande 🇲🇽 MX

LATEST NEWS

• Picture Of The Year Entry
• Meet The Fleet ⛵ SY Ever After
• New Gear Demo ⚙️ Pitch Week !
• Fiesta Nautica Club De Pesca Cartagena 🇨🇴
• Shelter Bay 🎉 Caribbean Party
• South Pacific 📺 Zoom Seminar Series
• Montego Bay Yacht Club 🇯🇲 Jamaica
• Cathedral Alcázar + Archivo De Indias Seville 🇪🇸 Spain
• Chocolate Route Chiapas 🇲🇽 MX
• Good Anchorage La Girlada – Dunbar Rock – NE Guanaja
• Abernathy Panama 🔱sponsors The Ocean Posse
• Cats For Sale In 🇵🇦 Panama
• Monohulls For Sale In 🇲🇽 Mexico
• 🌧️ More Rainy Days But Less Rainfall
• Meet The Sloths
• Marina El Cid Mazatlan 🇲🇽 Mx
• Mount Yasur 🇻🇺 Vanuatu
• Medical Kits 🏥
• Afety Alert 🇹🇹trinidad And Tobago
• Local Courtesy Flags Compliance Alert
• The Straight Of Gibraltar 🇬🇮
• Checking In In Puerto Armueles 🇵🇦 Panama
• Critters 🐊 You’ll Meet

1) PICTURES OF THE WEEK

SY FIN 🇺🇸 Michael & Susan “Double rainbow in San Blas 🇵🇦 PANAMA”

MV HO’OKIPA The interceptors in 🇸🇪 Sweden

MV DOWNSHIFTING – NUKU HIVA 🇵🇫 FP

SY PAW PAW en route to 🇸🇽 Sint Marteen
checked into Aruba this morning to attend to an engine problem. A tough trip uphill as was expected, but dogs and crew are in good spirits.

SV KNOTRIGHT – Shelter Bay 🇵🇦 Panama

SY DAWN PATROL 🇺🇸 Barra de Naivdad Sunrise MX

2) OCEAN POSSE AWARD ENTRIES

PICTURE OF THE YEAR ENTRY

Happy New Year from Chacala Costalegre MX

SY PRIYA 🇺🇸 Brandt – Ericson Yachts ’38

OCEAN POSSE
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• MOST UNWELCOME VISITOR
• HIGHEST WIND RECORDED
• SPIRIT OF EXPLORATION AWARD
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• GALLEY GOD(ESS)
• GOOD SAMARITAN
• BOAT YOGA POSE
• SANDCASTLE OF THE YEAR

FLOR DE CAÑA SPONSORS THE OCEAN POSSE

Margarita, one of the most popular classic cocktails around! Originally made with Tequila, Lime Juice, and Orange Liqueur. We’ll twist things around by replacing Tequila with Flor de Caña 12 rum to create a delicious Mango-Rumrita !

3) MEET THE FLEET

SY EVER AFTER 🇺🇸 Andrew & Jeanneau 44′

250+ YACHTS ARE PART OF THE OCEAN POSSE

4) NEW GEAR DEMO & PITCH WEEK !
When it’s cold in the northern hemisphere you can
enjoy free remote demos in the tropics

Join us this January for a week dedicated to discovering the latest in maritime gear and technology!

Demo top new products, connect with fellow cruisers and gear experts, and get the inside scoop from innovators pitching directly to you.

This is a remote zoom call please RSVP to get your ZOOM LINKS ▶

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5) FIESTA NAUTICA CLUB DE PESCA CARTAGENA 🇨🇴 OCEAN POSSE
JANUARY 25th 2025

6) SHELTER BAY CARIBBEAN PARTY FEB 1

09:00 – 12:00 Swap Meet @ Gazebo $1 Donation for Kids

14:30 Panama Canal best practices

15:00 Going back to Cali or sea of Cortez

15:30 OpenCPN Sat Charts and how to get them and use them

16:00 International Yacht Brokerage – how to buy or sell a yacht overseas –best practices and red alerts how to make and get a deal

16:30 South Pacific Posse route presentation – beyond Bora Bora

17:00 Safety and Security

17:30 Predict Wind

17:15 OPEN BAR BY FLOR DE CAÑA

17:45 SUNSET & LOCAL FOLKLORIC DANCE TROUPE

18:00 PIG ROAST POT LUCK AND THE BEGINNING OF THE POSSE FEAST

later DANCE MONKEY DANCE DANCE – TEXAS HOLD’EM TOURNAMENT -MEXICAN TRAIN TOURNAMENT

7) SOUTH PACIFIC ZOOM SEMINAR SERIES FEB 5-15

WEDNESDAY Feb 5 2025 @ 19:00 UTC ( 14:00 ET )

• Vessel Preparation
• Rigging
• Tracking
• Communications
• System Backups
• What to bring with from MEXICO / PANAMA / COSTA RICA / CHILE

THURSDAY Feb 6 2025 @ 19:00 UTC ( 14:00 ET )

SAFETY, SECURITY, CLEARING IN AND OUT, CREW SELECTION

+ plus destination seminars

🐢Galapagos

🗿Easter Island

🇵🇳 Pitcairn

🇰🇮 Kiribati

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FRIDAY Feb 7 2025 @ 19:00 UTC ( 14:00 ET )

WEATHER SQUALLS AND ELEVATED SEA STATE

+ plus destination seminars

🇵🇫 French Polynesia

🇨🇰 Cook Islands

SATURDAY Feb 8 2025 @ 19:00 UTC ( 14:00 ET )

PROVISIONING IN PARADISE AND MUST SEE AND DO’S

+ plus destination seminars

🇦🇸 American Samoa

🇼🇸 Samoa

🇳🇺 Niue

TUESDAY Feb 11 2025 @ 19:00 UTC ( 14:00 ET )

OPEN CPN INSTALLATION USING OPEN CPN SAT CHARTS

+ plus destination seminars

🇼🇫 Wallis & Futuna

🇹🇴 Tonga

WEDNESDAY Feb 13 2025 @ 19:00 UTC ( 14:00 ET )

FUEL, LOGISTICS, REPAIRS, CYLCONE SEASON STRATEGIES
+ plus destination seminars

+ 🇫🇯 Fiji

THURSDAY Feb 14 2025 @ 19:00 UTC ( 14:00 ET )

OPEN CPN INTEGRATION AND CHART ORGANIZATION

+ plus destination seminars

🇻🇺 Vanuatu

🇳🇨 New Caledonia

FRIDAY Feb 15 2025 @ 19:00 UTC ( 14:00 ET )

FINAL Q&A

+ plus destination seminars

🇳🇿 New Zealand

🇦🇺 Australia

8) MONTEGO BAY YACHT CLUB 🇯🇲 JAMAICA
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10) THE CHOCOLATE ROUTE CHIAPAS 🇲🇽 MX

Here in Chiapas MX

we went on a tour with Miguel toursdiscoverchiapas@hotmail.com whatsapp+52 962 133 6820). Miguel was very interactive and knowledgeable. We had a great time, and definitely recommend. The tour included an excellent breakfast, an artisan chocolate shop, and an archeology site. We got some tamales from a local shop.

SY KOSMOS 🇺🇸 Eric, Christi & Grab – Nordhavn 43′

Follow this link for details about LA RUTA DEL CAFE in CHIAPAS 🇲🇽 MEXICO ▶

11) GOOD NAUTICAL

La Girlada – Dunbar Rock – NE
GUANAJA – BAY OF ISLANDS 🇭🇳 HONDURAS

Approach to a sheltered anchorage in Guanaja

⚓ 16° 27.2748′ N 085° 52.1743′ W

Dive sites ring the Guanaja island – discovering a location to scuba dive in the lee of the wind is viable. In addition to the sites surrounding Guanaja, the innumerable cays that encircle the island form an ideal habitat for reef creatures and virtually every known crustacean. From tiny black-spotted nudibranchs to cave-dwelling Caribbean lobster, the reef system is ideal for macro and wide-angle photography. There are more than 300 fish species in Bay Island waters. Scuba divers frequently see Angelfish, Hamlets, Butterfly fish, Creole Wrasse, Grouper, Jack fish, Moray eels, Octopus, Parrot fish, Nurse sharks, and more.

12) ABERNATHY PANAMA 🔱
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13) CATS FOR SALE IN PANAMA

Nautitech 46 Open 2016

45ft $ 515,000

Leopard 48 2015

48ft $ 600,000

14) MONOHULLS FOR SALE IN MEXICO

1,000 shades of grey. Waisaladup, San Blas.

SY SERENITY 🇺🇸 Mark & Kathryn – Antares 44′

15) 🌧️ MORE RAINY DAYS BUT LESS RAINFALL

For the last 30 days the fleet and vessels in Panama have been waiting for the rains to stop. The dock talk has been relentless with offerings to the rain gods to please stop the precipitation. The upside is that the canal is full and more water means the drought is over and hopefully now transit schedule delays compared to last season.

DEC 2024 vs DEC 2023

December 2024 saw 26 days of rain in Colon of 129 mm vs the average historic amount of rain in December in Colón 143 mm.
So more rainy days with less overall rain. The entire area is saturated and that means that Lake Gatun (164 sq mi) is overflowing. The maximum level of Gatún is 89 and the maximum level of Alajuela is 252. Gatún is very close to its maximum limit and the feeding lake Alajuela is inches away from reaching its limit.
The abundance of water comes after a period of extreme drought, but the aquifers that are responsible for naturally storing the rainwater are getting replenished.

16) OCEAN POSSE
LONG LINE 🪝🪝🪝 LOCATION REPORTING

LONGLINES, DRAGNETS, UNMARKED FISHING DEVICES

– HERE ARE THE LOCATIONS WHERE THE FLEET HAS ENCOUNTERED THEM

17) MEET THE SLOTHS 🦥

SY QUE VENDRA 🇺🇸 Maciek Olena – Outbound 46

Swimming Sloth Video

18) MARINA EL CID MAZATLAN 🇲🇽 MX
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19) MOUNT YASUR 🇻🇺 VANUATU

Exploring and Visiting Mount Yasur, Vanuatu

Mount Yasur, located on Tanna Island in Vanuatu, is one of the world’s most accessible active volcanoes, offering visitors an unforgettable experience. Revered by the local Ni-Vanuatu people and celebrated for its fiery displays, this iconic site attracts adventurers, nature lovers, and cultural enthusiasts alike.

Mount Yasur rises 1184 feet above sea level and dominates the landscape of Tanna Island. Its regular eruptions, ranging from gentle bursts to dramatic explosions, have earned it the moniker of the “Lighthouse of the Pacific.” The volcano sits atop the Pacific Ring of Fire, a geologically active region characterized by frequent seismic activity. Yasur’s eruptions are classified as Strombolian, producing frequent but relatively mild explosions, making it accessible for close observation.

The ash plains surrounding the volcano, formed by years of eruptions, create a stark, otherworldly terrain. These plains, combined with the volcano’s glow, offer a surreal and breathtaking panorama, especially during sunset or night visits.

For the Ni-Vanuatu ( Ni-VAN) people, Mount Yasur is more than a geological marvel; it is a sacred site. The volcano’s eruptions are seen as the voice of their ancestors and gods, conveying messages from the spirit world. Visitors are encouraged to respect local customs and traditions when approaching Yasur, as it remains integral to their cultural identity.

When you arrive in Tanna anchor at Port Resolution 19° 31.6166′ S 169° 29.7016′ E a well protected anchorage. If there is no wind you will get some ash on deck though.

Named by Captain James Cook, who anchored here in 1774, Port Resolution offers stunning coastal views and historical significance. The bay is also an excellent spot for snorkeling and exploring and has some hot springs .

WHAT TO BRING

Sturdy footwear: The hike to the volcano’s rim involves navigating loose volcanic ash and uneven terrain.

• Protective clothing
• Headlamp or flashlight
• Camera or smartphone
• Water and snack
• Face mask or scarf

Physical Considerations

While Mount Yasur is considered one of the most accessible volcanoes, the final ascent to its rim requires moderate physical fitness. The trail, though relatively short, can be steep and slippery, particularly after rain.

The Ascent

The journey begins with a drive through the island’s lush landscapes and barren ash plains, culminating at the volcano’s base. From there, a short hike leads to the rim, where visitors are greeted by the sight of molten lava and the rumbling sound of eruptions. The experience is both awe-inspiring and humbling.

The Eruptions

Standing at the edge of Mount Yasur’s crater, visitors witness one of nature’s most dramatic spectacles. The eruptions, occurring every few minutes, propel glowing lava bombs into the air, illuminating the night sky. The intensity and frequency of activity vary, but the sight is always mesmerizing.

Safety Measures

Safety is a priority when visiting an active volcano. Tour operators and local guides monitor Yasur’s activity levels and adhere to restrictions when necessary. Visitors should follow all guidelines, maintain a safe distance from the crater’s edge, and respect warnings.

Best Time to Visit

The dry season, from May to October, is the ideal time to visit Mount Yasur. During this period, clear skies and stable weather conditions enhance visibility and access. Evening visits are particularly popular, as the glowing lava contrasts beautifully against the darkening sky.

20) BOAT MEDICAL KITS 🏥

First Aid Kit(s) for Cruising by Rob Murray

When we prepared Avant for offshore six years ago, we looked carefully at what we would pack for first aid preparedness. We could easily imagine a wide range of scenarios where one or the other of us, or another cruiser or local, was injured (grievously), and needed first aid in an inconvenient, remote location. You know, unconscious bleeding from a compound fracture surrounded by crocodiles while darkness falls in some mangrove swamp, or something like that. We determined that:

We needed to be able to react to a broad variety of potential medical emergencies quickly and comprehensively;

That we would likely be short handed in responding (so the response would have to be easily transported by one person);

That the emergency may happen aboard Avant, aboard another vessel, or ashore so we would need to be able to move the appropriate materials for response to the injured person, and then move the injured person from the site of the incident back to Avant or from the site of the incident to another place for treatment or evacuation;

That we would be at least hours, and might be days or even weeks from professional medical facilities and professional medical help (so we would need enough supplies to treat issues for a prolonged period with instructions on how to use them);

That there were ‘levels’ of response that would be appropriate, so segregating supplies into appropriate kits suited to different levels of response would make sense; and

We would need reference materials suited to the kind of ‘medicine’ we would be practicing.

Before you carry on reading, please note that we’re over prepared. Period!

First, we looked for organizations that had worked systematically to solve this set of problems so we could emulate their methods and techniques. The military immediately came to mind, as they have applied science and rigour to responding to emergency medical situations in rustic locations (although they admittedly seem to focus on gunshot wounds and extreme blunt force trauma as the primary sources of injury). We also read up on mountaineering and other wilderness response experiences, and found the ‘prepper’ community had many guidelines, tips and resources that seemed useful. The Ministry of Transport in the UK also had relevant resources. While many sources suggested that buying supplies separately would be cheaper than buying a kit, we found the reverse to be true, and that the kits we looked at offered value as well as convenience.

So after our obsessive research, we equipped ourselves with a simple ‘boo-boo kit’ for day to day stuff.

This is the type of kit you see in a larger drug store, Costco, Walmart, or some other big box store. You can buy them online at Canadian Safety Supplies. They are also available from the Red Cross, St Johns Ambulance or similar organizations online. It’s portable, so we don’t have to drip blood on the way to the bandaids; soft sided so it’s easy to store, and reasonably comprehensive for small injuries. It unzips and flops open to display the contents when in use. There is plenty of room in the carry bag to augment the contents.

FULL LIST >>

• 12 plastic bandages, 1.9 cm x 7.6 cm (0.75 in. x 3.0 in.)
• 10 junior plastic bandages, 1 cm x 3.8 cm (0.4 in. x 1.5 in.)
• 6 fabric bandages, 2.2 cm x 7.6 cm (0.9 in. x 3.0 in.)
• 2 large fabric bandages, 5.1 cm x 7.6 cm (2.0 in. x 3.0 in.)
• 3 knuckle fabric bandages, 3.8 cm x 7.6 cm (1.5 in. x 3.0 in.)
• 3 fingertip fabric bandages, 4.4 cm x 7.6 cm (1.7 in. x 3.0 in.)
• 5 butterfly skin closures, 1 cm x 4.4 cm (0.4 in. x 1.7 in.)
• 4 sterile gauze pads, 7.6 cm x 7.6 cm (3.0 in. x 3.0 in.)
• 2 sterile non-woven sponges, 7.6 cm x 7.6 cm (3.0 in. x 3.0 in.)
• 1 sterile abdominal pad 12.7 cm x 22.9 cm (5.0 in. x 9.0 in.)
• 2 sterile Telfa, non-adherent pads, 5.1 cm x 7.6 cm (2.0 in. x 3.0 in.)
• 1 roll conforming stretch bandage, 5.1 cm x 180 cm (2.0 in. x 70.8 in.)
• 1 roll conforming stretch bandage, 7.6 cm x 180 cm (3.0 in. x 70.8 in.)
• 1 compress bandage, 10.2 cm x 10.2 cm (4 in. x 4 in.)
• 1 Woundseal topical powder
• 1 non-compressed, triangular bandage, 101.6 cm x 101.6 cm x 142.2 cm (40 in. x 40 in. x 56 in.)
• 1 package of assorted safety pins
• 4 sterile cotton-tipped applicators, 7.6 cm (3.0 in.)
• 2 individually wrapped tongue depressors, 1.9 cm x 15.2 cm (0.7 in. x 6.0 in.)
• 1 roll clear plastic tape, 2.5 cm x 140 cm (1 in. x 55.1 in.)
• 1 roll elastic compression bandage, 7.6 cm x 170 cm (3.0 in. x 66.9 in.)
• 16 antiseptic towelettes
• 12 alcohol antiseptic swabs
• 3 Bacitracin antibiotic ointment, 1 g (0.04 oz.) each
• 2 Water-Jel, 3.5 g (0.12 oz.) each
• 1 eye dressing pad
• 1 large instant cold pack
• 3 After Bite treatment swabs
• 1 St. John’s Ambulance pocket guide, bilingual
• 1 paramedic scissors
• 1 pair of nickel-plated, blunt end splinter forceps
• 1 package of splinter out
• 2 Nitrile, medical examination gloves
• 1 CPR face shield with filtered valve
• 2 antimicrobial hand towelettes
• 6 hand cleansing moist towelettes
• Hand sanitizer
• 1 infectious waste bag
• 2 thermometers
• 1 foil/Mylar emergency blanket, 142.2 cm x 203.2 cm (56 in. x 80 in.)
• 2 candles
• Waterproof tipped matches
• Purified drinking water, 125 ml (4.3 oz.)
• 2 plastic bandages, 1.9 cm x 7.6 cm (0.75 in. x 3.0 in.)
• 5 junior plastic bandages, 1 cm x 3.8 cm (0.4 in. x 1.5 in.)
• 2 fabric bandages, 2.2 cm x 7.6 cm (0.9 in. x 3.0 in.)
• 1 knuckle fabric bandage, 3.8 cm x 7.6 cm (1.5 in. x 3.0 in.)
• 1 fingertip fabric bandage, 4.4 cm x 5.1 cm (1.7 in. x 2.0 in.)
• 2 sterile gauze pads, 5.1 cm x 5.1 cm (2.0 in. x 2.0 in.)
• 2 antiseptic towelettes
• 2 alcohol antiseptic swabs
• 1 Bacitracin antibiotic ointment, 1 g (0.04 oz.)
• 2 After Bite treatment swabs
• 1 fist aid response card, bilingual
• 2 hand cleansing moist towelettes
• We added to the kit with:
• Some tincture of Benzoin for pre swabbing where you want Bandaids to stick (that stuff is magic),
• A big box of assorted Bandaids,
• Extra medical tape, various widths,
• Quality tweezers for dealing with slivers,
• Extra antiseptic wipes,
• Extra gloves,
• Extra antibiotic ointment,
• Saline and syringes for wound washing,
• Eyedroppers.

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SY AVANT 🇨🇦 Rob & Debra – Beneteau 43′

21) SAFETY ALERT
🇹🇹
TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO

A State of Emergency has been declared in Trinidad and Tobago due to heightened criminal activity. There are no reports of any cruisers having been affected yet.

22) LOCAL COURTESY FLAGS

COMPLIANCE ALERT

For those going to San Blas Islands, Panama. Starting January 1, 2025 all vessels must fly the revolutionary flag of the Guna Yala. There are 2 flags (a reverse swastica and an arms flag)- the reverse swastica was the original flag however due to its negative symbol correlation with WWII the arms flag was adopted. Both are accepted. This is a change from previous years where it was required for vessels to fly the flag during the month of February, the month of their revolution.

The Guna who sell molas typically sell these flags for $10 USD

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27) THE STRAIGHT OF GIBRALTAR 🇬🇮

Over 100,000 ships transit through Gibraltar every year

Density of seawater in the Strait of Gibraltar One of the unique features of the Strait of Gibraltar is the inflow and outflow of the Med which consists of layers of water with different salinity (salinity). Atlantic water is less saline and less concentrated than Mediterranean water, and flows eastward into the Mediterranean through straits as a surface layer, flowing at a speed of 2 to 3 knots at a depth of about 125 m. In contrast, heavier, cooler, and saltier water flows westward into the Atlantic Ocean. Depending on the phase of the tide, the currents flow eastward faster or slower. more >>>

Current vs winds

• A persistent easterly wind often brings cloudy conditions and rough seas. It can funnel through the Strait and increase in intensity.
• Best avoided unless heading westward, as it can create challenging conditions for eastbound sailors.

The trademark of the Levante, visible from afar, is the “tablecloth” over the Rock of Gibraltar.

28) STRATEGIC PARTNERS

• SSCA
• Park Avenue Villas – San Juan del Sur – Nicaragua
• Coconutz – Playa Cocos – Costa Rica
• Advertising Partners – Summerlin, LV – USA
• Safe-Esteem.com – Delaware

@ Coconutz 🇨🇷 Costa Rica the Ocean Posse embassy in Playa Cocos

29) CHECKING IN IN PUERTO ARMUELES 🇵🇦 PANAMA

The dilapidated pier in Puerto Armuelles but a new project is in the works !

FROM AMP
https://www.amp.gob.pa/noticias/notas-de-prensa/nuevo-puerto-armuelles-un-motor-de-desarrollo-economico-para-chiriqui/

“New Puerto Armuelles: A Catalyst for Economic Growth in Chiriquí

The Panama Maritime Authority (PMA) has reimagined the Puerto Armuelles dock project in Chiriquí province, transforming it into an ambitious multipurpose port designed to drive economic development across the region.

Rolando Cuevas, technical advisor to the PMA, explained that while the project was originally conceived as a fishing dock, a comprehensive redesign has significantly expanded its scope and potential.

With the addition of 35 hectares of land and an investment of B/.21.2 million, the new port will feature state-of-the-art infrastructure for storage, cargo transportation, and industrial development.

Cuevas highlighted the project’s transformative economic impact, emphasizing its role in facilitating import and export activities and strengthening commercial ties.

The construction phase alone is expected to generate 200 direct jobs, with many more created once the port becomes operational. These opportunities will invigorate the local economy, fostering growth across various sectors and improving the quality of life for residents.

The significance of this project for the region cannot be overstated. Puerto Armuelles, with its rich banana-farming history and deep connection to the sea, holds vast economic and tourism potential. The port’s revitalization will not only boost fishing and maritime activities but also attract investment and generate employment, breathing new life into the area, according to Cuevas.

Currently 30% complete, the project is on track to begin operations in 2026. The community of Puerto Armuelles and prospective investors have warmly welcomed the initiative, with numerous companies expressing interest in establishing operations in the area. “

CONTACT OMAR VIA WHATSAPP +507 6606-0647

FROM THE HARBOR MASTER

Hello good evening Greetings..

We will be happy to help you..

We have a problem.. the navigation permit takes 48 hours to be able to leave and be authorized from Panama..

We do everything else quickly…

I need to have documentation to expedite everything here..

Certificate or Registration of the boat… copy of the passports… list of crew members… whether to bring a pet or not..

Among other things, I also need information..

Where was the boat built.. what make.. if it has engines.. how many are there.. how many horsepower.. how many knots of speed is it.. what brand of engines… serial numbers.. who built the boat.. in what year..

30) CRITTERS YOU’LL MEET

Welcoming committee in Marina Chiapas 🇲🇽 Mexico

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• Promote Safe Cruising: Share resources, local knowledge, and best practices to ensure safe and enjoyable maritime journeys.
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