Despite a lack of good sailing wind yesterday afternoon, we made the most out of the fine weather and conducted an inter-watch deck Olympics. Highly spirited and fun contest. As this was occurring the volcano was looming closer and looking very eerie with steam billowing...
Youth crew had an enjoyable time ashore at Tolaga Bay. Anchor was weighed at 1600 and the ship commenced passage North to East Cape. Typically wind was on the nose and we tacked at 2000, 0001, 0400 and finally at 0800. That's life in a...
Yesterday afternoon we had a tremendous and exhilarating sail in fresh NE winds prior to anchoring in Tolaga Bay. The wind had veeredsufficiently to enable squares to be set and I'm sure the ship would have made a lovely sight entering the picturesque bay under...
Early afternoon yesterday had the ship sailing across Hawke Bay in light NE winds. Preparations were being made for a swim when the afternoon sea breeze came in at 20kts from the East. Had an excellent fast sail (10kts) across the bay and then tacked...
Conducted a successful set of tacking drills shortly after lunch yesterday. Youth crew performed well. Wind gradually eased later in afternoon and speed was down to 2 knots by sunset at which time commenced motorsailing.Remained under power overnight and light winds backed to NE as...
Youth Crew embarked yesterday and had all onboard by 1530. Following a quick hello and introductions proceeded at 1600 and went to nearby anchorage within Wellington Harbour. Once at anchor commenced training program and got everybody climbed aloft. Training continued overnight within watches.Early start today....
Young Endeavour arrived in Wellington at 1000 and was greeted by a large contingent of the NZ media. She is currently alongside at Queen's Wharf before commencing her next voyage to Auckland on Monday 17 January 2000....
Command day elections went well and a strong team was selected. Conducted a man overboard exerciseand handed in all sail at 1600. With no sail or engines, I handed the ship over to youth crew Captain. Sails were set and we were underway pointing in...
Very little wind yesterday afternoon which was perfect for the concert that was held in balmy, nearly warm conditions. Glorious sunset really set the scene. Concert was of a reasonable standard. Lots of sea sick gags which is hardly surprising. Continuing to motor sail although...
Everybody thoroughly enjoyed silent period in glorious sunshine yesterday afternoon. Conductedlecture on sail theory followed by a series of deck games. Bobbing for apples laced with Tobascocaught a few off guard!Wind has remained fresh from the south-east which has necessitated motor-sailing overnight and today. Except...
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