Situation at 21:00- .Last night the Youth Crew brought the Ship to anchor off Mackay Harbour. The open nature of the anchorage and the strongSou'East winds resulted in a very uncomfortable roll all night long.The swell was 2-3 metres. This meant that this morning we...
Situation at 20:00- Overnight we continued to make ground to the North towards the Percy Island group. The Youth Crew were able to practise somenavigation, as well as sail handling and the time went by quickly.At morning brief all hands joined in to sing Happy...
Situation at 20:00- Overnight the Youth Crew completed the 'Bear' exercise which challenges them to complete a relatively complex task in a smallgroup. Some valuable lessons in teamwork, tolerance and effective communications were learnt.At morning brief, Salty Sea Dog Lukish described the nautical origins of...
Situation at 20:00- Last night at anchor was quiet and eventful. The Youth Crew kept watch, ensuring the Ship didn't drag her anchor.At 06:30 all hands were called on deck for early morning activity. After an easy jog around the upperdeck, XO Chooka led...
Situation at 20:00- Overnight the Youth Crew completed their second climb aloft and practised several of the knots, bends and hitches they will useonboard. They also entered into a full value contract with their watch leaders, agreeing to rules of behavior and participation.At 06:30, all...
Situation at 20:00- Twenty-four Youth Crew joined and the Ship got underway from Dockside Marina at 16:00 as planned. As soon as we were underway theYouth Crew started their first activity, icebreakers, designed to help them get to know one another. An hour later...
Situation at 20:00- Command day came to an end this morning at 08:00 when Captain Shail passed the Telescope, symbol of command in the Navy, back to Captain John. During the previous 24 hours the Youth Crew took command of the complex machine that YOUNG...
Situation at 20:00During the night watches, in addition to sea furling the square sails, the Youth Crew conducted their mid-voyage talks. I amhappy to report that all hands are having fun and learning new things everyday.At morning brief Salty Sea Dog Loz was up to...
Situation at 21:00- Overnight we continued to make ground towards Coffs Harbour while the Youth Crew learned more about the Ship and how to sail her.The lack of wind meant that there has been no need to call all hands to tacking stations and accordingly,...
Situation at 20:00-Overnight several of the Youth Crew had to face the challenge of overcoming seasickness while being required to turn to with therest of their watch. The watches were employed setting and furling sails and practising their knots. They also experienced their first tricks...
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