Day 4 – South West Rocks stopover
Ahoy dear readers, despite the wind and swell, Day 4 of our voyage began with some youthies laying aloft during the night with some friendly visitors (whales and dolphins) to help us get through. We began the day with another wake up song, an amazing breakfast and another Happy Hour.
After breakfast, we got into some briefs with Chucky about the “Rules of the Road” to gain an understanding for sailing and avoiding collisions. The conditions calmed down and the sun came out which made for perfect sailing as we came into our first stop at South West Rocks (At last we can see land!!).
The Youthies were absolutely thrilled to be anchored, hop in the dingy and cruise to land. It took a while for our sea legs to adjust but eventually we made our way up to the Trial Bay Gaol for a bit of sightseeing. After checking out the old prison we made our way to the beach for an afternoon full of exciting games and geocaching, some of us were lucky enough to pat some friendly kangaroos.
The vibes were high as we made our way back to the Young Endeavour for dinner on the deck under an amazing sunset. To finish off the night we got to know each other better through a game of “Three Way Talks” which involved some funny stories, charades and fun facts being shared about each other.
With some shorter watches tonight (and no more sea sickness) we are all expecting a good nights sleep and another fun filled day tomorrow. Until then, goodnight and talk to you next time!
From GRACE BUCKMASTER and KAITELYN WALTON
Shout out to Mum & Abbie!
shout out to Mum, Dad, Emily, Nick and everyone back home
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Thank you Tarvi, Kaeden and Matt for your narrative of today's events. Intentions are to remain at anchor in Hunters Bay, just off HMAS Penguin, home of the RAN Diving School, a place close to my heart, having spent many a day there under training as a young Officer! The plan is to weigh anchor and proceed to HMAS Waterhen, in Waverton, to pick up our Community Day Sailors from the Windgap Foundation and take them for a sail around the harbour for 3 hours. The Youth Crew will help us host our visitors and give them an experience of Young Endeavour. We will drop them back to Waverton and then proceed to anchor in the harbour where we will have a good view of the Bridge and the Opera House for the Youth Crew's last night onboard. Until tomorrow. Yours Aye, Captain Mike