Captain’s Log: Day 2

Log: 7/2

Voyage 911 is underway in search of adventure and learning. The first morning swim done in a balmy 22 degree sea then in for a hearty breakfast to set us up for a day of learning the ropes, the sails, how to climb and how to be safe. Now that that is done its time to haul the anchor and sail off to the Coromandel Peninsula in search of a good anchorage and a nice beach to have. Friendships and watches (teams) are developing nicely, there are smiles all round.

Captain's Log: Day 3&4

Log: 10/2

Day 3
Coromandel was spectacular! We found a beautiful white sandy beach, blew up the rafts and paddled ashore for some fun and games. Then back to the ship, hauled the boats back onboard, set the lots of sails and sailed 44 nautical miles, to Great Barrier Island.

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Day 4
We woke up to stunning scenery, surrounded by bush clad hills and glassy waters. The morning swim was so inviting that we didn't want to get out, but we had a huge day planned so no time to waste. We launched the luggers (small sailing boats) and 2 watches set out in them for the morning while the other 2 watches went ashore to hike in the bush from Kiwiriki Bay to Bushes Beach, Kaiararara, where they met the 2 sailing watches for lunch. In the afternoon we swapped over and did it all in reverse. Now back at the ship the mahi must be done to retrieve all the boats, but not before a swim to revitalise everyone. Dinner smells great, thanks to our wonderful cook we will eat lamb chops, cheesy potato bake and veges, followed up by cheesecake. YUM!!! This is the life!

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