COMMAND DAY CONCLUDES

Ahoy there everyone, Welcome to day nine, overnight the ship remained sailing through the Youth Crews’ hard set checkpoints. The exhilarating day of command day continued through the night requiring all members to be heavily alert whilst on watch. The wind was constantly changing (so the Youth Crew say) and the sails were altered to suit. Constant activity was happening on deck to try and maintain a steady course, more tasks were also completed during the four hour watch. With the navigator (Darcy) and his three watch officers (Tom, Ricky and Alistair) we were sure to hit our set check points and reach the finish line by 1200 18th June. Information was passed back and forth through the chain of command to ensure we completed our set tasks. Having our watch leaders (Sam, Cody and Siabhon) taking charge of their competent crews assisted the Captain and Watch Officers greatly in navigating the ship through the night. Thankfully during the night we passed through three checkpoints rewarding the youth crew 65 points of a needed 100. The ship was then woken with a delightful song which I believe goes by the name of ‘fergalicious’. With every bright eyed and a wake, breakfast was served. A splendid French theme was conducted in the galley ensuring no one would eat unless they could display a long stringy French moustache. Having this theme gave the crew another tick in the box. Once breakfast was consumed, it was time for a clean. Happy hour as we know it was conducted swiftly and accurately, obtaining everyone another tick. This was then followed by the Youth Crew running a morning brief. This required the youth staff to act in accordance to the role they were filling. (Few censored puns were made at the Staff Crew). Giving us another tick, we moved on.With the help of everyone on board, the ship conducted a wear to push us though the last few checkpoints gaining everyone the last 45 points needed. With the crew under the instruction of Sail Master Samantha the sails were furled and we were ready to drop the anchor. With the anchor dropped at 1115 the crew could climb aloft and complete their final task which was a photo of everyone spread across the yards. At the time of 1300 the Young Endeavour was handed back to Captain Damien. Command day was a challenging yet rewarding day for every, especially myself. I guarantee every member on board will take away something from this voyage, wether it be sailing knowledge, leaderships skills, friendships or just having an extraordinary time. Until tomorrow evening, take care. Shout outs!! Happy 21st birthday Katie Rudd! Yours Aye Youth Captain Aidan Yes I’m back, Well done to the Youth Crew for a successful 24 hours in Command of the ship. After receiving the ship back at 1330 the anchor weighed and the ship departed Fitzroy Island an overnight anchorage at False Cape, unfortunately weather conditions exceeded the forecast and with 30 knot winds making the scheduled anchorage untenable the ship sought the shelter of Trinity Inlet anchoring amongst the mangroves. After another ‘teak deck’ BBQ the Crew conducted a very entertaining ship’s concert which required each watch to perform an act much to the delight of all. This concluded the night’s activities with anchor watches continuing overnight. Tomorrow we will weigh anchor after our early morning activity and with forecast strengthening winds sail to Fiztroy Island for a last shore visit before returning to Trinity Inlet for our last night onboard. Until tomorrow evening, take care Yours Aye Captain Damien