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Sea Patrol
We all woke this morning well rested and excited at the prospect of stepping ashore for the first time on this voyage. Fortunately HMAS Bundaberg, an Armidale Class Patrol Boat, happened to be anchored nearby and they offered to ferry the YC ashore in their Jet RHIBs. This certainly sped up the process and for some it was like living in an episode of Sea Patrol. Once ashore the YC completed their mid voyage talks prior to having some fun with a series of games arranged by Taffy. Fortunately all of the rain squalls gave us a fairly wide berth and the weather was beaut. It was back onboard for lunch prior to another ride in the RHIBs to go and have a tour of the patrol boat which apparently was quite a hit with the YC.It was then back to reality and time to set sail which we did just after 1600 and we will remain so for the next 24 hours or so. This will be the YC’s last chance to learn the ropes before they conduct their Command Day. The heat is on. Captain GunnaCarpe’ Diem
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Conditions:
Wind SE 5- 15 kts, Co 230, Sp 4 kts, occasional rain squalls
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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+
