Last night we held a concert on deck which was a lot of fun and good for a laugh. Following the concert it was time for paper work and the YC had a critique to complete as well as some other form filling. Besides anchor...
Yesterday evening we enjoyed a BBQ at a local park and we then returned onboard for the Command Day debrief. Nearly all comments were positive which was a true reflection of the success of the command day. Communications and teamwork were key and they excelled...
The YC worked very hard for every mile they sailed overnight. The ship was required to tack regularly through the night as the ship worked SE towards Scawfell Is. The YC went from strength to strength and should be very proud of their efforts. It...
The Command Day elections were held in the cafe last night and later during the evening those elected were given the chance for a 'one on one' with their counterparts to get some final tips.Woke this morning to a clear windy day and after cleaning...
Yesterday evening I discussed the requirements of Command Day to the YC and the challenge that lay ahead. They still have a way to go, but I'm quietly confident that they will rise to the challenge. Awoke this morning to another glorious day and after...
Motorsailed most of last night in the persistent and boring light SE winds. Each of the YC watches were kept busy conducting a teamwork exercise that went very well. Engines were shut down at 0600 and with day break came a fresh SE wind (at...
Having had a goods night rest at anchor it was up bright and early for some morning exercise and games on another glorious tropical day. We sailed from the anchorage mid morning in light S-SE winds and slowly sailed north passing between Middle and East...
The breeze yesterday evening did not last very long as hoped and most of the night was spent motorsailing. Engines were shut down at 0600 this morning and all sail reset. It looked like it was going to be a great day. Following 'happy hour'...
Had a very quiet night last night as the ship sailed slowly (average 2kts) north in a light SE wind. This morning we dropped the jib and hoisted the 'whomper' in its place. This helped a bit but it has been very quiet sailing. I...
Got everybody aloft last night which was a good effort and nearly everybody made it to the topgallant yard later during the night.This morning we woke to a pleasant day with all sign of rain gone. After breakfast and morning brief we introduced the YC...
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