Clouds, Rainbows and Daisies
Overnight the ship motorsailed along the NSW southern coast passing Ulladulla, Bega and Merimbula. Command Day is only a few hours away now and the YC are vying for positions. During the forenoon I took the YC through setting and furling drills so that we both have confidence that they can set and furl all sails safely by themselves. After lunch we had a communication and teamwork exercise to further prepare them for the big Day on Tuesday. Just before dinner we anchored and tonight the elections begin in the cafe. I am sure they will do very well tomorrow.Youth Crew entry by Wes Fang, 23 of Drummoyne, NSW: This morning I found myself atop the foremast with my watch taking the opportunity to view a sunrise over the ocean. Whilst admiring the view I realised I was looking at two of the most powerful forces in nature. Their power is mystical and we are so reliant on it. Their beauty rivals some of the most beautiful things in nature that we all can experience: clouds, rainbows and daisies. But combined they are breathtaking and an amazing experience which felt like it was reserved for just our watch. I’ll never forget it.Speak tomorrowAndrew Davis
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Current situation at 1800: At anchor in Twofold Bay ��� near historic Boydtown. Wind - light southerly. Temp 19C.
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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