Chief Bosun Jerrod Hozendorf (left) and Boatswain Group Leader James Scott (right) ready the Octoray for launch, checking that the straps are secure and safe for deployment off the back deck of NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer during the third Voyage to the Ridge 2022 expedition.
Checking The Straps
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Chief Bosun Jerrod Hozendorf (left) and Boatswain Group Leader James Scott (right) ready the Octoray for launch, checking that the straps are secure and safe for deployment off the back deck of NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer during the third Voyage to the Ridge 2022 expedition.

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