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Day 02 – V02/26, Hobart to Geelong
Hi Everyone,
Welcome to Day 2 of our Voyage. Our new Crew awoke to an overcast but fine Hobart morning, probably a little cooler than expected for this time of the year. We kicked off the morning with an Early Morning Activity (EMA) at 0630 which consisted of a few laps of Young Endeavour‘s deck followed by some stretching exercises, then a getting to know you exercise run by Dion our amazing Sail Master. Breakfast followed, then at 0800 we cast off lines, departed our berth and commenced our pilotage out of the Derwent River.
During this pilotage we conducted Morning Brief then went straight into a good set of cleaning stations (Happy Hour) – I always say a clean Ship is a happy Ship. Once completed, the Youth Crew spent some time on deck learning deck safety then at 1000 we altered course and entered the D’Entrecasteaux Channel where we made our way down to Bruny Islands picturesque Quarantine Bay coming safely to anchor at 1100.
After another delicious lunch, Dion got everyone back on deck where they were given a harness brief and then with a little trepidation everyone completed first climbs of the foremast. This activity took the rest of the afternoon which to be honest was expected as it can be quite challenging for those that are not comfortable with heights.
Early this evening we weighed anchor and are now proceeding south through the D’Entrecasteaux Channel conducting sail setting and furling drills and more deck safety so that our young mariners are comfortable working on deck prior to proceeding out to sea.
Overnight the Youth Crew will settle into their watch routine as we make best speed to Port Davey, which is our next planned anchorage.
Until tomorrow, take care.
Yours Aye
Captain Gav
Latitude/Longitude:
Conditions:
Currently located just to the east of Peppermint Bay, experiencing moderate 10-12kt ESE winds with nil swell. The temperature is 15 degrees.
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Hi Everyone,
Welcome to Young Endeavour’s Second voyage for 2026. This voyage will see us sail from Hobart to Geelong via the West Coast of Tasmania, which will give us the chance to see some spectacular scenery and be tested by some very unpredictable weather conditions, which is all part of the adventure. I have always loved sailing the Tasmanian Coast and of course, the notorious Bass Strait because of the challenges they throw at us but it really is a special part of this wonderful country. We have put together another talented Staff Crew for this voyage who I know will take great care of our new Youth Crew ensuring that they all have an amazing experience.
The Young Endeavour Staff Crew for this voyage are as follows:
Captain – Gav
Sail Master – Dion
Navigator – Jack
Watch Officer - Karson
Red Watch Leader – Mick
White Watch Leader – Simon assisted by Benny
Blue Watch Leader – Mitch
Chef – Nathan
Engineer - Dan
YEYS Voyage Coordinator - Matt
The voyage commenced at 1500 today when the new Youth Crew joined Young Endeavour berthed alongside Hobarts Princess No 2 Berth (UTAS). Once we had everyone on board and gear had been stowed, we mustered our new Youth Crew and a large gathering of family and friends on deck for my welcome address followed by Staff Crew introductions. On completion we farewelled family and friends then got straight into a safety brief. Ice breaker’ activities and ship tours. Dinner followed, with tonight’s menu consisting of Roast Lamb, Chicken Kiev, Americana Pasta Bake and numerous vegetables and a wonderful selection of deserts. Once we had cleaned up from dinner, I completed my Captain’s Brief, which was followed by Dion’s Sail Master Chat. With these chats out of the way we spent the rest of the evening doing full value contacts and deck safety then turned-in for a good night’s sleep.
Tomorrow morning we will depart our berth, head down the Derwent River and into the D’Entrecasteaux Channel where we will anchor for a few hours and complete first climbs of the foremast.
Until tomorrow, take care.
Yours aye, Captain Gav.
