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At Anchor, Wrest Point, Derwent Estuary
Ahoy Me hearties,Welcome to the last Captain’s log for Voyage 16/07. Today we had a fantastic day, during which we welcomed the Tasmanian Downes Syndrome Association, some families of the staff from Navy Headquarters Tasmaina, and the Graney and Peacock clans onboard for qa half day sail.Unfortuately the wind (that we have had so much of this voyage) deserted us and so even though we managed to get a full press of canvas on today, we didn’t get to sail very far. Even so, we had fun singing all of the YOUNG ENDEAVOUR favourite songs and entertaining our guests.After our guests disembarked at 1315, we completed harbour furling the square sails, stored ship, and then each watch went ashore for a coffee and completed their end of voyage debrief. Tonight we are having a BBQ dinner, followed by the ship’s concert and our last night together as a crew.As V16/07 draws to a close, it is nice to e able to say what a great time we had together…Until next voyage, Shipmates,Yours Aye,Chris Chris GallowayCommander, RANCommanding Officer
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Wind SE 10-15 knots, clear and cool
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Dear readers,
STS Young Endeavour is, by the definition and origin of her name, about Aussie youths trying hard to achieve something difficult. This voyage certainly provided that... and then some. A challenging experience from all angles and areas. Yet the Youth Crew prevailed and found success. They should therefore be justifiably proud of themselves for persevering, seeing the silver lining and never wavering in their mission to have a great adventure. I am very proud of all of them and I'm sure you are too!
9 Days ago 23 Youth Crew from all over Australia, came together to sail this vessel, have fun and challenge themselves. They have not only done that, but have faced and overcome fears, and learnt a lot about themselves and each other.
They leave with new skills, improved persistence, resilience and adaptability, as well as generally knowing they are more capable than what they probably thought. And of course, having made great new friends - most probably, friends for life. It never gets old for us staff members, as we truly love our work.
Fair winds and following seas.
Captain Adam Charlie Farley+
