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Command Day, Sailing off the Sunshine Coast
Hello from YC Captain Mike – As i sit here thinking back over the last 9 hours since i took control of the ship, i never could have prepared myself enough for what has happened, i was confident in leading my own watch of crew members, but leading a whole ship is completley different.I found it especially hard to delegate efficiently to other crew members, and once i learned this (captain Chris had to tie my leg to the helm to teach me this lesson) nothing feels like the frustration of watching others do a job a different way to what you had in mind. Never the less the end result usually is what is supposed to happen.Today ive learned that trust is a big part of management in any organisation, the crew has to trust that i will make the right decisions when it comes to the crunch, and i must trust the crew members and fellow officers, to help sail us to the common goal. In two days time i leave the ship but take with me many photo’s, memories, and new mates. hopeing that i have given the very best that i can into this voyage.Regards,Mike
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Wind NE 10 knots, sea calm, panic (generally) under control....
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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+
