CLIENT: General Public Voyage
VOYAGE NUMBER: 20240521
FROM: Rosslyn Bay To: Mackay
DATE: 21 May 2024
POSITION: Pearl Bay
REPORT: White Watch
South Passage departed from Rosslyn Bay continuing its journey north. Upon embarking, we quickly learned most of the basic skills and techniques will be necessary for our journey. Including how to hoist the sails, belay the halyards, sheets and preventors and gybing the boat. During watch, we took turns learning navigating skills, looking out for hazards, and steering the ship.
After passing Shoalwater Bay, the wind began to gradually pick up, meaning that we could turn off the motor and run solely on sail power.
We quickly arrived in the beautiful Pearl Bay greeted by a stunning sunset, we anchored, let down the sails and some brave souls tested the water’s temperature by diving into the ocean. Some passengers even attempted to kiss the mermaid on the ships bowsprit, a couple being successful.
A round turn and two half hitch knot competition was held, before a delicious stir- fry dinner was provided for everyone onboard.
Tomorrow, we will hoist the sails at 4am to travel to Middle Percy Island. On that note, we should get some rest! Goodnight.