2000nm so far this voyage.
Monday, February 8, 2010
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Friday, February 5, 2010
Exploring St. Helena with Harry
Author: Stephanie Petter
Location: St. Helena, UK, Atlantic Ocean
We started off the day with a variety of muffins made by chefs Catherine and Spike and embarked on a full day of seeing what St. Helena had to offer us. Some of us took time to check in with family and friends back home and do some much needed laundry. A group went to check out Napolean's grave and house that he was exiled to or see the world's oldest tortoise.
A few of us Argonauts attempted to play a round of golf at one of the world's most isolated courses but when we got there we discovered that it was closed unless you made an appointment. We made a change of plans and hiked to the top of a peak that our taxi driver, Harry, suggested. We stopped at a gas station, got food to make sandwiches and hiked through cow pastures and wind turbines to find ourselves on top of a beautiful cliff over looking spectacular views. All of us had an eventful day on St. Helena and ended it with a bar-b-que in town of lamb chops, chicken wings and other delectables before a sign out night to wind down before we head to Brazil tomorrow.
Location: St. Helena, UK, Atlantic Ocean
We started off the day with a variety of muffins made by chefs Catherine and Spike and embarked on a full day of seeing what St. Helena had to offer us. Some of us took time to check in with family and friends back home and do some much needed laundry. A group went to check out Napolean's grave and house that he was exiled to or see the world's oldest tortoise.
A few of us Argonauts attempted to play a round of golf at one of the world's most isolated courses but when we got there we discovered that it was closed unless you made an appointment. We made a change of plans and hiked to the top of a peak that our taxi driver, Harry, suggested. We stopped at a gas station, got food to make sandwiches and hiked through cow pastures and wind turbines to find ourselves on top of a beautiful cliff over looking spectacular views. All of us had an eventful day on St. Helena and ended it with a bar-b-que in town of lamb chops, chicken wings and other delectables before a sign out night to wind down before we head to Brazil tomorrow.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
"God Save Our Gracious Queen"
Author: Jessica (Beaker) Wurzbacher
Location: St. Helena, UK, Atlantic Ocean
During the last few days of our passage to St Helena I taught watch team two the English National Anthem in preparation of our arrival to this small British island in the middle of the South Atlantic Ocean. Our performance was at breakfast this morning as we tunefully greeted the crew with 'God Save Our Gracious Queen". Following breakfast we completed some of our BA tasks that could not be completed in the dark last night waxing and polishing on deck and the hull. Around lunch time we were cleared through customs and immigration and ready to go ashore. The quaint town of Jamestown is nestled in a deep volcanic valley on the northern side of the island. The town is full of history and had similar feelings to a small English town perhaps 30 years ago, complete without any mobile phones! The crew was free to check out many of the sights, which for some included a trip up the 699 steps (600ft) to the top of Jacobs Ladder built in 1829 for hauling manure up and goods down. Other highlights included the Castle Gardens, the old Post Office, the Consulate Hotel, the Market and various churches in the town. Once back on board we all enjoyed a dip in the amazingly clear and crisp Atlantic Ocean, all a little wary after seeing some large fish swimming by earlier today and also a manta ray sighting off the bow. We are just clearing up from dinner and about to have a Chemical Oceanography quiz and watch 'Breakfast Club" for Student Leadership Development class. Im excited for tomorrow as the Queens Baton for the Commonwealth Games arrives on the RMS St. Helena.
Location: St. Helena, UK, Atlantic Ocean
During the last few days of our passage to St Helena I taught watch team two the English National Anthem in preparation of our arrival to this small British island in the middle of the South Atlantic Ocean. Our performance was at breakfast this morning as we tunefully greeted the crew with 'God Save Our Gracious Queen". Following breakfast we completed some of our BA tasks that could not be completed in the dark last night waxing and polishing on deck and the hull. Around lunch time we were cleared through customs and immigration and ready to go ashore. The quaint town of Jamestown is nestled in a deep volcanic valley on the northern side of the island. The town is full of history and had similar feelings to a small English town perhaps 30 years ago, complete without any mobile phones! The crew was free to check out many of the sights, which for some included a trip up the 699 steps (600ft) to the top of Jacobs Ladder built in 1829 for hauling manure up and goods down. Other highlights included the Castle Gardens, the old Post Office, the Consulate Hotel, the Market and various churches in the town. Once back on board we all enjoyed a dip in the amazingly clear and crisp Atlantic Ocean, all a little wary after seeing some large fish swimming by earlier today and also a manta ray sighting off the bow. We are just clearing up from dinner and about to have a Chemical Oceanography quiz and watch 'Breakfast Club" for Student Leadership Development class. Im excited for tomorrow as the Queens Baton for the Commonwealth Games arrives on the RMS St. Helena.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Land Ho!
Author: Annie Rae
Location: St. Helena, UK, Atlantic Ocean
Land Ho! These words were yelled across Argos deck this morning. It had been 11 days since we had last seen land and everyone was anxious and excited to better glimpse one of the most remote islands on our planet. For the first time since leaving Cape Town, we took down and flaked all the sails and learned how to drop anchor. St. Helena is certainly the most unique island most of the crew has ever seen less than ten miles long this volcanic landscape is home to roughly 5000 people. After dinner the crew and students completed our first 'boat appreciated" during which we scrubbed Argos deck, and down below until she shone. Tonight will be our first night of anchor watches and tomorrow we will head ashore to explore St. Helena and all the island has to offer.
Location: St. Helena, UK, Atlantic Ocean
Land Ho! These words were yelled across Argos deck this morning. It had been 11 days since we had last seen land and everyone was anxious and excited to better glimpse one of the most remote islands on our planet. For the first time since leaving Cape Town, we took down and flaked all the sails and learned how to drop anchor. St. Helena is certainly the most unique island most of the crew has ever seen less than ten miles long this volcanic landscape is home to roughly 5000 people. After dinner the crew and students completed our first 'boat appreciated" during which we scrubbed Argos deck, and down below until she shone. Tonight will be our first night of anchor watches and tomorrow we will head ashore to explore St. Helena and all the island has to offer.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Sunshine and Sailing
Author: Marina Knapp
Location: Underway to St. Helena in the Atlantic Ocean
Today was another great day aboard Argo. Watch team 3 woke to a little rain in the morning, but by 10 the blue skies were back and stayed with us all day long. We had OCE class where we learned about how light and sound waves travel through water. In MTE class, we learned about man overboard drills and how to anchor. The afternoon was spent either studying for our first OCB test or working on PSCT flash cards. Although it was a perfect day out and we had our sails up, we continued to motor towards St. Helena in order to arrive before dark tomorrow night. Everyone is excited at the prospect of being able to go to shore and restock on the essential supplies (chocolate, coffee, and tea) as well as exploring the secluded island. Even though we are all looking forward to St. Helena, we've all grown fond of life at sea. I know we will all enjoy the chance to get out and stretch our legs, but at the same time it is nice knowing that in a couple days we will be back in the open ocean. Today came to a perfect end with a delicious sheppard's pie made by Sean and Averill followed by an amazing sunset. Hope everyone is doing great back home!
P.S. Gina, here's your shout out!
Location: Underway to St. Helena in the Atlantic Ocean
Today was another great day aboard Argo. Watch team 3 woke to a little rain in the morning, but by 10 the blue skies were back and stayed with us all day long. We had OCE class where we learned about how light and sound waves travel through water. In MTE class, we learned about man overboard drills and how to anchor. The afternoon was spent either studying for our first OCB test or working on PSCT flash cards. Although it was a perfect day out and we had our sails up, we continued to motor towards St. Helena in order to arrive before dark tomorrow night. Everyone is excited at the prospect of being able to go to shore and restock on the essential supplies (chocolate, coffee, and tea) as well as exploring the secluded island. Even though we are all looking forward to St. Helena, we've all grown fond of life at sea. I know we will all enjoy the chance to get out and stretch our legs, but at the same time it is nice knowing that in a couple days we will be back in the open ocean. Today came to a perfect end with a delicious sheppard's pie made by Sean and Averill followed by an amazing sunset. Hope everyone is doing great back home!
P.S. Gina, here's your shout out!
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