Today we met at the marina and were one man down due to his apparent scurvy, despite this setback we endeavoured to continue our quest. We sailed out of Portsmouth and made our way through monster infested waters, past the mermaids and flesh-eating sharks under sail power and engine during more life-threatening conditions but yet we prevailed.

As young adventurers we considered our conditions and decided to count our dead at Lymington marina…

Our crew bravely soldiered onwards with our peoples and ventured up to the showers in order to bathe and refresh ourselves before a gruelling day tomorrow, where we would undoubtedly meet our soggy yet dramatic end.

As this is likely our last contact with the rest of the human race we wish to pass on some messages and words of wisdom to our much loved and dearly missed friends, family (and of course the neighbour’s cat).

We can’t be bothered to ask everyone so just take it from us two (yes we know that’s only one person but they’re not very bright and we don’t value their opinion), pineapple does not belong on pizza and Pluto is in fact a planet.

P.s

The Thai supper this evening was simply scrumptious, it was an exceptional last meal and we were all very grateful to the chef who also attempted to teach us how to dice onions (we will now go to our watery graves not lacking this vital skill).

Megan & Daisy with anonymous assistants

On day 2, we woke up at 7:30, had breakfast, brushed our teeth and left the port at around 9. Also, during breakfast we prepared our lunch which were Paninis with ham and cheese. Then we got ready to leave and prepped the deck for our departure. At the start of our second day, the weather didn’t seem nice, since it was cloudy, rainy and cold. But in a couple of hours the weather turned out to be very nice, it was warm, without any clouds. During our sail we had a chance to put up all 3 sails and every member of the team managed to help hoist. As we got closer to Weymouth we practiced our Tacking skills, where speed and accuracy is key to being able to move quickly and efficiently.

At around 16:30 we moored at the main Weymouth harbour, had a quick clean up and left the boat to explore the local area. Some of us went to the beach, others just had a walk around the town. Came back from town to eat dinner on our boat, which Oscar really enjoyed, because it was Fish and Chips. Then we proceeded to our normal schedule of checking the engine oil levels and then everyone concluded their day with some card games in the saloon.

Everyone is feeling good, and we managed to get through the day without injuries. Everyone on the boat is happy, a little tired, but certainly waiting for the 3^rd day.

JZ & Charlotte

Soon after 6:30, we left, with a tired crew but enthusiastic nonetheless.

A man was late, but we faithfully waited for him before setting off.

In our voyage we chased the changing tide, dodging between lobster pots and sailing yachts, whilst also learning about the difference between tying knots and measuring knots.

Leaving the bay, we charged ahead but lacked the needed wind to fill all 3 sails even after a racing change to use the biggest sails that we had, eventually resorting to the motor.

In the stunning weather the crews attitude shifted after needed sunny naps and the engine blasting away.

Nothing could stop us after lowering the anchor and playing card games into the afternoon with a delicious dinner followed by further theory training to end the day.

Good night!

Oscar M-C, Jago N, Harriet H.