Transiting the Panama Canal at Night

It is ancient- almost 100 years old, but amazing that it is still functioning better than ever. They are actually widening it to have 3 lanes instead of two. 

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Arriving at the Gatun Locks at 10 PM. We were the last customer that night.

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The massive doors close behind the Titi Nui.

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Joy waves at her spouse 3000 miles away via webcams installed at each lock.

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Tense moments at the helm when one of the line handlers slacks off, causing me to have to power the boat away from a wall. Huge currents fill the chambers and the boat may pitch at any time. We finally set anchor at 2 a.m. 

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