By date

September 30, 2001

The Big Day Out

Last night we made ground north past Bega and Ulladulla against a strong wind.

September 29, 2001

Captain Woody

Today's CO's log is by acting Captain Woody, yes I have had the honour and privilege of taking care of the ship and her crew for the day.

September 28, 2001

Old Tom and 'sweet things'

Last night the wind tapered off and left us motor-sailing toward Eden.

September 27, 2001

A Great Day!

Today was great! The sun shone and with a following breeze we ran east under full sail for most of the day.

September 26, 2001

\Phew\""

Last night was fairly bumpy as we ran down the coast on a beam reach with the swell rolling us around.

September 25, 2001

Big Tuesday

Big Tuesday got even bigger today as we headed across Port Philip Bay as a weather front passed over us and the YC learned about deck safety and sail setting before heading into open ocean.

September 24, 2001

Heading East for the Prom

Welcome to the Voyage from Melbourne to Sydney. Our Youth Crew (YC) joined today with just one late arrival as a result of the airline troubles.

September 19, 2001

Sooo Sooo Tired!

Today we were lucky enough to take a group of young Victorians for a sail with us, from rural schools around the state, as well as some other special guests.

September 18, 2001

Running Away to Be a Sailor

We've just completed the youth crew command day, which began yesterday at about 1900.

September 17, 2001

The Happiest Cows in Australia

For most of last night we had great sailing conditions with about 20-25 knots of wind from the west.