Author: Mike B.
Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
Today was a fun day! Our boat split into three groups, the Dolphins and Barracudas went to the beach to snorkel and the Divemasters joined the Neptunes on our boat and went to dive the Chikuzen. All groups had a really fun time. Tonight we are going on a night dive and have to navigate ourselves! Over and out.
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Saturday, June 30, 2007
Day 12
Author: Hillis E.
Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
Today we woke up at 7:00. While the staff had a giant meeting the shipmates had french toast for breakfast. At 10:30 the Neptunes boarded Bulot for a long journey to the Korean refridgerator ship wreck, the Chikuzin. During the dive we saw a ten foot shark. The Dolphins crowded on to Raphaella for a snorkel at Lava Point and a fun time on the beach. After snorkeling our night dive site we had dinner, which was chili with rice. Afterwards, we did a night dive then had brownies, which were made by Momma Fresca.
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Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
Today we woke up at 7:00. While the staff had a giant meeting the shipmates had french toast for breakfast. At 10:30 the Neptunes boarded Bulot for a long journey to the Korean refridgerator ship wreck, the Chikuzin. During the dive we saw a ten foot shark. The Dolphins crowded on to Raphaella for a snorkel at Lava Point and a fun time on the beach. After snorkeling our night dive site we had dinner, which was chili with rice. Afterwards, we did a night dive then had brownies, which were made by Momma Fresca.
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Day 12
Author: Jason T.
Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
The day started off with a bang of techno music at 3:00 am from the boat next to us, not a great time for a dance party. At 7:00 the staff went ashore for a meeting and we stayed on board and had a tasty breakfast of french toast. In the afternoon we dove a sweet wreck and saw a nurse shark, it was cool. The rest of the day was pretty relaxed, we motored to our next anchorage, had dinner and went on a night dive. After the night dive we were treated to brownies!
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Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
The day started off with a bang of techno music at 3:00 am from the boat next to us, not a great time for a dance party. At 7:00 the staff went ashore for a meeting and we stayed on board and had a tasty breakfast of french toast. In the afternoon we dove a sweet wreck and saw a nurse shark, it was cool. The rest of the day was pretty relaxed, we motored to our next anchorage, had dinner and went on a night dive. After the night dive we were treated to brownies!
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Day 12
Author: Leila W.
Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
After a wonderful breakfast of French toast the shipmates proved we could raise the bar by having our boat spotless even without the constant supervision of our staff. We then took our ship out into the ocean and practiced tacks, jibes, and man overboard drills. We ate lunch at a remote island and met up with the other shipmates for a swim. After an hour or so of lying in the sand, exploring jungles, and throwing each other into the waves, we set our sails again. We had an easy sail in which the shipmates graced the seas with their beautiful singing and dancing on the decks. We cruised into Muskmelon Bay for a nutritious dinner and a glorious sunset.
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Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
After a wonderful breakfast of French toast the shipmates proved we could raise the bar by having our boat spotless even without the constant supervision of our staff. We then took our ship out into the ocean and practiced tacks, jibes, and man overboard drills. We ate lunch at a remote island and met up with the other shipmates for a swim. After an hour or so of lying in the sand, exploring jungles, and throwing each other into the waves, we set our sails again. We had an easy sail in which the shipmates graced the seas with their beautiful singing and dancing on the decks. We cruised into Muskmelon Bay for a nutritious dinner and a glorious sunset.
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Day 12
Author: Alex K.
Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
So today was sweet. We started the day with some wicked good French toast and eggs and cruised out of Marina Cay pretty early. We all made some phone calls home too which was very cool. On we went, sailing around to the north side of Tortola and stopped at an amazing white sand beach called Lava Flow. It's a beach with a formation made by cooled off lava. We hung out in the rocks and swam in the waves. We finally left Lava Flow and set sail to Muskmelon Bay where we are chilling right now. We ate some chili and Mike came over to show us some cards and eat. And now we're going to have a sail chat, our second of the day. Sweet. I think the funniest part of the day, for me at least, was when Andy told us her dream of being a pillow. Peace out homeslices
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Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
So today was sweet. We started the day with some wicked good French toast and eggs and cruised out of Marina Cay pretty early. We all made some phone calls home too which was very cool. On we went, sailing around to the north side of Tortola and stopped at an amazing white sand beach called Lava Flow. It's a beach with a formation made by cooled off lava. We hung out in the rocks and swam in the waves. We finally left Lava Flow and set sail to Muskmelon Bay where we are chilling right now. We ate some chili and Mike came over to show us some cards and eat. And now we're going to have a sail chat, our second of the day. Sweet. I think the funniest part of the day, for me at least, was when Andy told us her dream of being a pillow. Peace out homeslices
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Day 12
Author: Shane H-C
Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
We ate breakfast today without the staff and cleared up without a problem. Shortly after the boat split up: a few went over to the clinic, a few went to dive the Chikuzen, and the rest went on a sail and visited the beach. We reunited again for dinner. After that the divemasters did a night dive and the rest watched a movie.
Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
We ate breakfast today without the staff and cleared up without a problem. Shortly after the boat split up: a few went over to the clinic, a few went to dive the Chikuzen, and the rest went on a sail and visited the beach. We reunited again for dinner. After that the divemasters did a night dive and the rest watched a movie.
Day 12
Author: Georgina H.
Location: Muskemelon Bay, Guana Island
We began today at port for a couple people to go to the clinic and call their parents. Three people from our boat were sick today. When we got to Great Dog Island we had lunch and all went diving. It was so much fun! After we dove we went for a two hour sail to Muskmelon Bay. The wind was not very strong so we took down our sails early to get there faster. All of our shipmates are back from the clinic and luckily everyone is fine. Being skipper was so much fun.
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Location: Muskemelon Bay, Guana Island
We began today at port for a couple people to go to the clinic and call their parents. Three people from our boat were sick today. When we got to Great Dog Island we had lunch and all went diving. It was so much fun! After we dove we went for a two hour sail to Muskmelon Bay. The wind was not very strong so we took down our sails early to get there faster. All of our shipmates are back from the clinic and luckily everyone is fine. Being skipper was so much fun.
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Day 12
Author: Levi B.
Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
Today started with fast paced action from the very beginning. After a delicious French toast breakfast we took a quick motor over to Coral Gardens. Then the Vegas and the Carinas took a dive while the Quest group took a snorkel. We had a lunch of PB+J and chicken salad sandwiches. After lunch we hung out and relaxed, then set our sails towards Musmelon Bay. Once anchored we showered, then sat down to chilli. The day ended with a sail chat and a calm night.
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Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
Today started with fast paced action from the very beginning. After a delicious French toast breakfast we took a quick motor over to Coral Gardens. Then the Vegas and the Carinas took a dive while the Quest group took a snorkel. We had a lunch of PB+J and chicken salad sandwiches. After lunch we hung out and relaxed, then set our sails towards Musmelon Bay. Once anchored we showered, then sat down to chilli. The day ended with a sail chat and a calm night.
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Day 12
Author: Daniel R.
Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
Today we started at Marina Cay and then sailed to Great Dog. At Great Dog the people in Vega went scuba diving at Coral Gardens while the Quest people went snorkeling at the Chimney's. Next we made our way to Muskmelon Bay. We started out sailing but there was hardly any wind. So we decided to motor all the way there. It was late afternoon when we anchored at Muskmelon. We quickly took showers and prepared for dinner.
Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
Today we started at Marina Cay and then sailed to Great Dog. At Great Dog the people in Vega went scuba diving at Coral Gardens while the Quest people went snorkeling at the Chimney's. Next we made our way to Muskmelon Bay. We started out sailing but there was hardly any wind. So we decided to motor all the way there. It was late afternoon when we anchored at Muskmelon. We quickly took showers and prepared for dinner.
Friday, June 29, 2007
Day 11
Author: Jamie H.
Location: Marina Cay
Today we got up and got ready to sail. We got the sails up kinda slow. We practiced jibing. It was pretty fun. We went to a port and got all of ActionQuest's food and went to another port where all the other boats were. We went to a shop and got a lot of cool stuff. We also got water. Overall it was a pretty fun day.
Location: Marina Cay
Today we got up and got ready to sail. We got the sails up kinda slow. We practiced jibing. It was pretty fun. We went to a port and got all of ActionQuest's food and went to another port where all the other boats were. We went to a shop and got a lot of cool stuff. We also got water. Overall it was a pretty fun day.
Day 11
Author: Jordan G.
Location: Marina Cay
Today we left Mountain Point on a very sunny morning to West Dog Island. There was great wind and we sailed fast while our crew jibed and tacked beautifully. After we reached West Dog Island we went for a dive and a nice lunch. When were all set we sailed to Marina Cay where we called home and restocked on water, food, and candy. After dinner we went to shore to have a group talk with Mike. So far everyone thinks the trip is amazing and is sad we're halfway through.
Location: Marina Cay
Today we left Mountain Point on a very sunny morning to West Dog Island. There was great wind and we sailed fast while our crew jibed and tacked beautifully. After we reached West Dog Island we went for a dive and a nice lunch. When were all set we sailed to Marina Cay where we called home and restocked on water, food, and candy. After dinner we went to shore to have a group talk with Mike. So far everyone thinks the trip is amazing and is sad we're halfway through.
Day 11
Author: Tiffany N.
Location: Marina Cay
Today we woke up to breakfast being put on the table, which was cereal. Right after breakfast was cleaned up we headed to Hodges Creek, We stayed in Hodges Creek for several hours to collect supplies then headed to our dive site, Alice in Wonderland. The dive was really good but the surface was rough. After we got out of the rough waters we moves to Marina Cay for the night. Once we arrived and everhting calmed down we showered and ate dinner, We also got cake after dinner for Hillis' birthday. After dinner we went ashore for a Lifeworks Forum, then we went to bed. Hi mom, dad, and Chad.
Location: Marina Cay
Today we woke up to breakfast being put on the table, which was cereal. Right after breakfast was cleaned up we headed to Hodges Creek, We stayed in Hodges Creek for several hours to collect supplies then headed to our dive site, Alice in Wonderland. The dive was really good but the surface was rough. After we got out of the rough waters we moves to Marina Cay for the night. Once we arrived and everhting calmed down we showered and ate dinner, We also got cake after dinner for Hillis' birthday. After dinner we went ashore for a Lifeworks Forum, then we went to bed. Hi mom, dad, and Chad.
Day 11
Author: Maddie S.
Location: Marina Cay
We woke up early and has cereal for breakfast, then began to clean our boat and make it "ship shape" for our trip to port. We were underway at 8:00 am and arrived at 9:15, then all the shipmates shopped and hung out until noon. Afterwards, we headed out to Marios to dive, the site is so called because the coral on the reef looks like mushrooms from Super Mario Brothers. The reef was full of sea life and the water very clear. After the dive we headed off the the Lifeworks area.
Location: Marina Cay
We woke up early and has cereal for breakfast, then began to clean our boat and make it "ship shape" for our trip to port. We were underway at 8:00 am and arrived at 9:15, then all the shipmates shopped and hung out until noon. Afterwards, we headed out to Marios to dive, the site is so called because the coral on the reef looks like mushrooms from Super Mario Brothers. The reef was full of sea life and the water very clear. After the dive we headed off the the Lifeworks area.
Day 11
Author: Sara L.
Location: Marina Cay
Everyone ate a quick breakfast in order to sail to port, where we replenished supplies and ate a second breakfast. After grocery shopping and eating we sailed to a dive site called Marios and went on a fun dive, without our instructor. It was a success! The crew was then tired so we took a nap, not for long though. Shortly after we put on our PFD's and sailed to Marina Cay. We ate dinner, chatted for a bit, then went to shore. On shore we had a Lifeworks Forum with Mike.
Location: Marina Cay
Everyone ate a quick breakfast in order to sail to port, where we replenished supplies and ate a second breakfast. After grocery shopping and eating we sailed to a dive site called Marios and went on a fun dive, without our instructor. It was a success! The crew was then tired so we took a nap, not for long though. Shortly after we put on our PFD's and sailed to Marina Cay. We ate dinner, chatted for a bit, then went to shore. On shore we had a Lifeworks Forum with Mike.
Day 11
Author: Taylor O.
Location: Marina Cay
Today we all ate muffins and cereal for breakfast. After cleanup we sailed to the Dogs where Vegas did their open water dive #2 while Quest snorkeled the area. Then we ate lunch and sailed to Marina Cay with the boat Tengger. We had some great dancing parties which were fun. Then we prepared tortellini for dinner. We enjoyed a chat with Lifeworks. The weather was sunny, the wind was a little slow and the waves were choppy.
Location: Marina Cay
Today we all ate muffins and cereal for breakfast. After cleanup we sailed to the Dogs where Vegas did their open water dive #2 while Quest snorkeled the area. Then we ate lunch and sailed to Marina Cay with the boat Tengger. We had some great dancing parties which were fun. Then we prepared tortellini for dinner. We enjoyed a chat with Lifeworks. The weather was sunny, the wind was a little slow and the waves were choppy.
Day 11
Author: Virginia P.
Location: Marina Cay
Today we sailed from Mountain Point to the Dogs. There we went scuba diving at Coral Gardens. We had no complications and finished diving mid-day. From Coral Gardens we sailed to Marina Cay where we are anchored now. After being together for 11 days our boat is finally coming together. This has been shown in our many sails and dish preparations and cleanups. We are becoming more efficient in cleanup. We ended the day with our second Lifeworks meeting.
Location: Marina Cay
Today we sailed from Mountain Point to the Dogs. There we went scuba diving at Coral Gardens. We had no complications and finished diving mid-day. From Coral Gardens we sailed to Marina Cay where we are anchored now. After being together for 11 days our boat is finally coming together. This has been shown in our many sails and dish preparations and cleanups. We are becoming more efficient in cleanup. We ended the day with our second Lifeworks meeting.
Day 11
Author: Ben
Location: Marina Cay
Today was our second open water dive out on Coral Gardens. Later our boat separated into two groups that hung out with the shipmates on Cedar. Later we have a Lifeworks chat in Marina Cay.
Location: Marina Cay
Today was our second open water dive out on Coral Gardens. Later our boat separated into two groups that hung out with the shipmates on Cedar. Later we have a Lifeworks chat in Marina Cay.
Day 11
Author: Jacob S.
Location: Marina Cay
Today was a good day because we got to sleep an hour longer than we would on a regular day. We had cereal for breakfast and then sailed off the mooring ball (without using engines). The sail was nice and relaxing, and we put a reef in the mainsail. During the sail we performed an uncontrolled jibe to see what it woud be like. For lunch we had ramen noodles and then we came to port. After port we had a very good dinner which was made by Anna, we had tortellini.
Location: Marina Cay
Today was a good day because we got to sleep an hour longer than we would on a regular day. We had cereal for breakfast and then sailed off the mooring ball (without using engines). The sail was nice and relaxing, and we put a reef in the mainsail. During the sail we performed an uncontrolled jibe to see what it woud be like. For lunch we had ramen noodles and then we came to port. After port we had a very good dinner which was made by Anna, we had tortellini.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Day 10
Author: Ben Z.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
We woke up to a great day, Sarah could walk again after hurting her toe! The Rescue people went for a dive, the Neptunes dove the Fearless, a wreck, and the Dolphins went snorkeling. Later, the Rescue's practiced more drills and the Dolphins went diving. After dinner we had movie night and watched Blue Planet.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
We woke up to a great day, Sarah could walk again after hurting her toe! The Rescue people went for a dive, the Neptunes dove the Fearless, a wreck, and the Dolphins went snorkeling. Later, the Rescue's practiced more drills and the Dolphins went diving. After dinner we had movie night and watched Blue Planet.
Day 10
Author: Hannah G.
Location: Mountain Point, Gorda Sound
Ahoy matee! Today was a big day for all the new divers! We went on our first open water dive to thirty feet! The coral was beautiful, and some people even saw a stingray! The divemasters went on a night dive while others had a Lifeworks forum on the pressures in high school. Tomorrow we set our sails for Marina Cay! Until next time, cheers mate!
Location: Mountain Point, Gorda Sound
Ahoy matee! Today was a big day for all the new divers! We went on our first open water dive to thirty feet! The coral was beautiful, and some people even saw a stingray! The divemasters went on a night dive while others had a Lifeworks forum on the pressures in high school. Tomorrow we set our sails for Marina Cay! Until next time, cheers mate!
Day 10
Author: Willie P.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today was another rotation day. We went on the Picos (I got stuck on the rocks), went scuba diving (our first open water dive!), practiced mooring (which surprisingly went really well), and had a navigation lesson. Then we cleaned the entire down below, walls and all. It was one of the calmer days, with little wind, because the mountain blocked it. Overall, a relaxing day.
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Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today was another rotation day. We went on the Picos (I got stuck on the rocks), went scuba diving (our first open water dive!), practiced mooring (which surprisingly went really well), and had a navigation lesson. Then we cleaned the entire down below, walls and all. It was one of the calmer days, with little wind, because the mountain blocked it. Overall, a relaxing day.
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Day 10
Author: Piotr T.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today was the last of a long series of rotation days. As always, the day started with the hectic dive rotation. The Carina shipmates completed their second dive for their Naturalist specialty, however this pales with the fact that many shipmates went on their first open water dive. After the dive we went sailing on Picos. Then we practiced mooring and navigation. In the evening the whole crew had a sail chat to prepare us for the test.
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Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today was the last of a long series of rotation days. As always, the day started with the hectic dive rotation. The Carina shipmates completed their second dive for their Naturalist specialty, however this pales with the fact that many shipmates went on their first open water dive. After the dive we went sailing on Picos. Then we practiced mooring and navigation. In the evening the whole crew had a sail chat to prepare us for the test.
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Day 10
Author: Rainie M.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
The weather was awesome- sunny, light sprinkles here and there. We did man overboard missions and diving and stuff. The best part of the day was when we saw a sea turtle! It was soooo cute J Overall we had a hella wicked day. My personal goal for the next few days is to catch a hen for Victor.
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Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
The weather was awesome- sunny, light sprinkles here and there. We did man overboard missions and diving and stuff. The best part of the day was when we saw a sea turtle! It was soooo cute J Overall we had a hella wicked day. My personal goal for the next few days is to catch a hen for Victor.
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Day 10
Author: David
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today all beginner divers went on their first dive. They said it was amazing. Advanced divers went to a dive site called Bronco Billies. We all went Pico sailing. We also learned how to attach the boat to a mooring line. Ashley taught us how to navigate with the charts. We had boat appreciation. We made it nice and clean. Today was Davis and Daniel's birthday! Ashley made a cookie brownie cake that everyone liked.
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Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today all beginner divers went on their first dive. They said it was amazing. Advanced divers went to a dive site called Bronco Billies. We all went Pico sailing. We also learned how to attach the boat to a mooring line. Ashley taught us how to navigate with the charts. We had boat appreciation. We made it nice and clean. Today was Davis and Daniel's birthday! Ashley made a cookie brownie cake that everyone liked.
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Day 10
Author: Eitan B.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
This morning started off with pancakes followed by a navigation chat to learn the basics of reading charts. After that we practiced how to rescue a man overboard before our grilled cheese/quesadilla lunch. After lunch the boat split and some went scuba diving while others snorkeled. It was the scuba group's first open water dive. Then we had fun skiing and wakeboarding on the crystal clear waters. For dinner we had summer thanksgiving. The evening holds a sail chat for all except one who has his first night dive. It has been an all together great day.
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Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
This morning started off with pancakes followed by a navigation chat to learn the basics of reading charts. After that we practiced how to rescue a man overboard before our grilled cheese/quesadilla lunch. After lunch the boat split and some went scuba diving while others snorkeled. It was the scuba group's first open water dive. Then we had fun skiing and wakeboarding on the crystal clear waters. For dinner we had summer thanksgiving. The evening holds a sail chat for all except one who has his first night dive. It has been an all together great day.
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Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Day 9
Author: Paige S.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today we left Vixen Point. After breakfast we motored to port for 45 minutes. After, we went to our final destination, Mountain Point. There we went diving and did man overboard procedures. During our man overboard practices the grip fell off the boat hook. Because we needed it back, we really had to do a man or boat hook overboard procedure. The scuba Barracudas are going night diving. Today was beautiful up until dinner when it rained.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today we left Vixen Point. After breakfast we motored to port for 45 minutes. After, we went to our final destination, Mountain Point. There we went diving and did man overboard procedures. During our man overboard practices the grip fell off the boat hook. Because we needed it back, we really had to do a man or boat hook overboard procedure. The scuba Barracudas are going night diving. Today was beautiful up until dinner when it rained.
Day 9
Author: Joelle F.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Hello all! Today was a really great day! The weather was bright and sunny until dinner, causing a mad dash to bring everyone and the food down below! All of the open water divers finished their confined water dives and are planning to do a real dive tomorrow. We also head a Lifeworks chat as a boat and all became much closer by sharing past experiences and discussing our confidence and self esteem. Victor also joined us for dinner, giving us all lots of laughs! Can't wait for tomorrow!
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Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Hello all! Today was a really great day! The weather was bright and sunny until dinner, causing a mad dash to bring everyone and the food down below! All of the open water divers finished their confined water dives and are planning to do a real dive tomorrow. We also head a Lifeworks chat as a boat and all became much closer by sharing past experiences and discussing our confidence and self esteem. Victor also joined us for dinner, giving us all lots of laughs! Can't wait for tomorrow!
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Day 9
Author: Emily H.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today we had breakfast and then motored over to the Rhone, and old sunken mail ship, and went diving. Afterwards, we motored over to calmer waters in a small cove at Salt Island and went ashore for a hike and to view the graves of those lost on the Rhone. We then motored back to Great Harbor Peter and snorkeled our night dive sight and listened to a lecture on dive tables. We then went wakeboarding, had dinner, and went on our second night dive.
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Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today we had breakfast and then motored over to the Rhone, and old sunken mail ship, and went diving. Afterwards, we motored over to calmer waters in a small cove at Salt Island and went ashore for a hike and to view the graves of those lost on the Rhone. We then motored back to Great Harbor Peter and snorkeled our night dive sight and listened to a lecture on dive tables. We then went wakeboarding, had dinner, and went on our second night dive.
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Day 9
Author: Carlo R.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
We started out at Vixen Point. We motored to Mountain Point where we had a rotation day. We practiced man overboard drills, went diving, and went wakeboarding/waterskiing. There currently are scattered showers. After I finish writing we will take our final scuba exam. And after scuba it's time to sleep. I am very happy to get the hammock.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
We started out at Vixen Point. We motored to Mountain Point where we had a rotation day. We practiced man overboard drills, went diving, and went wakeboarding/waterskiing. There currently are scattered showers. After I finish writing we will take our final scuba exam. And after scuba it's time to sleep. I am very happy to get the hammock.
Day 9
Author: Kate S.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
We started early in Vixen Point with a breakfast of eggs and motored over to Leverick Bay to fil up on water and a quick stop at port. On our way to Mountain Point one of our dinghy lines wrapped around the propeller, but eventually we made it. The rest of the day was filled with rotations of scuba diving, watersports, and man overboard drills. Next came a hectic cleanup and dinner prep because Mike the director chose to eat with Musgrave for dinner, and after cleanup the Vegas took their scuba tests and the Carinas went on a night dive.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
We started early in Vixen Point with a breakfast of eggs and motored over to Leverick Bay to fil up on water and a quick stop at port. On our way to Mountain Point one of our dinghy lines wrapped around the propeller, but eventually we made it. The rest of the day was filled with rotations of scuba diving, watersports, and man overboard drills. Next came a hectic cleanup and dinner prep because Mike the director chose to eat with Musgrave for dinner, and after cleanup the Vegas took their scuba tests and the Carinas went on a night dive.
Day 9
Author: Adam M.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today we awoke bright and early to a full rotation day. First, we practiced mooring the boat on a mooring ball. Next we sailed the Picos (a small sailboat), with varying degrees of success. After a quick lunch we went for a confined water dive, finishing PADI's requirements. Then we took the PADI open water dive exam before dinner. After dinner the crew attempted to catch a seagull, which seemed an exercise in futility until it actually worked.
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Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today we awoke bright and early to a full rotation day. First, we practiced mooring the boat on a mooring ball. Next we sailed the Picos (a small sailboat), with varying degrees of success. After a quick lunch we went for a confined water dive, finishing PADI's requirements. Then we took the PADI open water dive exam before dinner. After dinner the crew attempted to catch a seagull, which seemed an exercise in futility until it actually worked.
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Day 9
Author: Kristina K.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today we all participated in rotations, which started off with Picos. Afterwards the Vega students went on their final confined dive as those in Quest went snorkeling. After lunch we all went to practice mooring in groups of four. Scuba diving students took their final exam and luckily everyone passed. As dinner approached so did a huge storm and we all got absolutely soaked during dinner. Afterwards, we all participated in a little boat appreciation and now the boat is spotless. But it was all worth it when we got BROWNIES! They made everything better.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today we all participated in rotations, which started off with Picos. Afterwards the Vega students went on their final confined dive as those in Quest went snorkeling. After lunch we all went to practice mooring in groups of four. Scuba diving students took their final exam and luckily everyone passed. As dinner approached so did a huge storm and we all got absolutely soaked during dinner. Afterwards, we all participated in a little boat appreciation and now the boat is spotless. But it was all worth it when we got BROWNIES! They made everything better.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Day 8
Author: Chris
Location: Mountain Point, Gorda Sound
We sailed to Anegada, it was windy with rough seas. We hung out on the beach and then sailed to Mountain Point. It was a wonderful day!
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Location: Mountain Point, Gorda Sound
We sailed to Anegada, it was windy with rough seas. We hung out on the beach and then sailed to Mountain Point. It was a wonderful day!
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Day 8
Author: Angela B.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
First of all I wanted to say today was an awesome day. It all started when I the skipper had to get everyone up at 6:30am. It was a rotation day and we started off having oatmeal for breakfast, then we had a dive talk. After that we got to learn how to sail boats called Rhodes. Soon it was lunch and we had a mix of sandwiches, then it was swim and Pico time. After all of that we went on a dive. The advanced divers dove at the Chimneys and of course we got lost. It was actually an interesting experience.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
First of all I wanted to say today was an awesome day. It all started when I the skipper had to get everyone up at 6:30am. It was a rotation day and we started off having oatmeal for breakfast, then we had a dive talk. After that we got to learn how to sail boats called Rhodes. Soon it was lunch and we had a mix of sandwiches, then it was swim and Pico time. After all of that we went on a dive. The advanced divers dove at the Chimneys and of course we got lost. It was actually an interesting experience.
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Day 8
Author: Matt L.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today was a rotation day. We started out with learning our dive tables, and for those on Quest, they went snorkeling. Following snorkeling and dive tables we went and learned how to sail Picos. For those who sailed them, we had an interesting experience. Following a lunch meat lunch we went scuba diving and then sailing with a typed of sailboat called Rhodes. After the day in the sun we enjoyed a Mexican style dinner.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today was a rotation day. We started out with learning our dive tables, and for those on Quest, they went snorkeling. Following snorkeling and dive tables we went and learned how to sail Picos. For those who sailed them, we had an interesting experience. Following a lunch meat lunch we went scuba diving and then sailing with a typed of sailboat called Rhodes. After the day in the sun we enjoyed a Mexican style dinner.
Day 8
Author: Cristina C.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today got off to an early start when we raised the mainsail in pajamas to start the three hour sail to Anegada. The sail was good with a steady wind. Anegada was a beautiful deserted beach which seemed to be in the middle of nowhere. After the short visit we lifted anchor and began the sail back to Virgin Gorda. Almost everyone fell asleep on the sail home (we must have been exhausted from our dance party last night). Tonight was Mexican night and everyone had a blast. Multiple pieces of silverware were lost overboard, but everyone laughed harder than we had on the trip.
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Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today got off to an early start when we raised the mainsail in pajamas to start the three hour sail to Anegada. The sail was good with a steady wind. Anegada was a beautiful deserted beach which seemed to be in the middle of nowhere. After the short visit we lifted anchor and began the sail back to Virgin Gorda. Almost everyone fell asleep on the sail home (we must have been exhausted from our dance party last night). Tonight was Mexican night and everyone had a blast. Multiple pieces of silverware were lost overboard, but everyone laughed harder than we had on the trip.
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Day 8
Author: Danielle W.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
We started the day like usual, bright and early after a late night of dancing. We began the day with a dive chat which was followed by an exciting dive. Then we split into groups where we sailed 19ft Rhodes sailboats. Some shipmates enjoyed the thrill of the boat heeling (tipping over to one side), but some screamed in terror. To end the rotations we sailed Picos (small plastic sailboats) and relaxed on the beach. For dinner we ate a Mexican fiesta, but that did not end our day. After that we dove for the many cups which blew overboard and cleaned the many dishes, we had boat appreciation (major cleanup). After a long day we ended with a Lifeworks Forum. The funniest parts of the were when one person fell and jelly slipped from our Mexican PB+Js.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
We started the day like usual, bright and early after a late night of dancing. We began the day with a dive chat which was followed by an exciting dive. Then we split into groups where we sailed 19ft Rhodes sailboats. Some shipmates enjoyed the thrill of the boat heeling (tipping over to one side), but some screamed in terror. To end the rotations we sailed Picos (small plastic sailboats) and relaxed on the beach. For dinner we ate a Mexican fiesta, but that did not end our day. After that we dove for the many cups which blew overboard and cleaned the many dishes, we had boat appreciation (major cleanup). After a long day we ended with a Lifeworks Forum. The funniest parts of the were when one person fell and jelly slipped from our Mexican PB+Js.
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Day 8
Author: Molly D.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today we sailed from Vixen Point to Leverick Bay to stock up on snacks and fill up on water. After that we sailed about two hours to Anegada where we hung out in the warm waters and watched sharks/built sandcastles for a while. Then we sailed to Mountain Point and had Mexican night. Everyone's really getting the hang of sailing (meaning no one is getting seasick anymore). Everyone knows Cedar will be winning by a mile when race day comes around.
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Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today we sailed from Vixen Point to Leverick Bay to stock up on snacks and fill up on water. After that we sailed about two hours to Anegada where we hung out in the warm waters and watched sharks/built sandcastles for a while. Then we sailed to Mountain Point and had Mexican night. Everyone's really getting the hang of sailing (meaning no one is getting seasick anymore). Everyone knows Cedar will be winning by a mile when race day comes around.
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Monday, June 25, 2007
Day 7
Author: Eitan L-A
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we had amazing weather, the sun was shining all day. We stayed at anchor most of the day. We had a rotation day. We went scuba diving, waterskiied, and windsurfed. The funnest part of the day was when our whole boat was hanging out on the beach swimming and talking. Tonight we have a BBQ/party. It's gonna be awesome. There is a DJ and a good meal. Rotation days are really tiring and everyone on the boat got sunburned and the best thing is that we get a whole other rotation day tomorrow.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we had amazing weather, the sun was shining all day. We stayed at anchor most of the day. We had a rotation day. We went scuba diving, waterskiied, and windsurfed. The funnest part of the day was when our whole boat was hanging out on the beach swimming and talking. Tonight we have a BBQ/party. It's gonna be awesome. There is a DJ and a good meal. Rotation days are really tiring and everyone on the boat got sunburned and the best thing is that we get a whole other rotation day tomorrow.
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Day 7
Author: Seely S.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we had another rotation day: scuba chat, diving, Rhodes sailing, and Pico sailing. It was very sunny all day and it was our last day/night at Vixen Point. The beach party at night was also very fun. It was good for everyone to be together, eat, and finally dance. Even though we were with all the other boats, our shipmates still stayed together most of the night. It also rained last night and everyone got soaking wet dancing in the rain.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we had another rotation day: scuba chat, diving, Rhodes sailing, and Pico sailing. It was very sunny all day and it was our last day/night at Vixen Point. The beach party at night was also very fun. It was good for everyone to be together, eat, and finally dance. Even though we were with all the other boats, our shipmates still stayed together most of the night. It also rained last night and everyone got soaking wet dancing in the rain.
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Day 7
Author: Ross W.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
The boat arose at 7:30. We dove and identified assorted creatures of the deep, then traveled to a town on an island whose name is lost to me. The rest of the boat went to a restaurant and presumably had an enjoyable meal. I bought a deli sandwich and walked back to the boat and ate it with my book. Afterwards, when my shipmates were reunited with the boat, the marine bio team snorkeled while the advanced divers had a lecture on boat diving. Now, as I write, we are heading off to a party. I assume much fun, hilarity, and entertainment will be the order of the evening.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
The boat arose at 7:30. We dove and identified assorted creatures of the deep, then traveled to a town on an island whose name is lost to me. The rest of the boat went to a restaurant and presumably had an enjoyable meal. I bought a deli sandwich and walked back to the boat and ate it with my book. Afterwards, when my shipmates were reunited with the boat, the marine bio team snorkeled while the advanced divers had a lecture on boat diving. Now, as I write, we are heading off to a party. I assume much fun, hilarity, and entertainment will be the order of the evening.
Day 7
Author: Scott T.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we remained at Vixen Point and had a rotation day. Windsurfing, diving, waterskiing, and knot learning. The weather was calm, partly cloudy, with a nice breeze. We will remain at Vixen Point for one more night.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we remained at Vixen Point and had a rotation day. Windsurfing, diving, waterskiing, and knot learning. The weather was calm, partly cloudy, with a nice breeze. We will remain at Vixen Point for one more night.
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Day 7
Author: Chelsea W.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today Pine had another successful rotation day! We sailed on a Rhodes (mini sailboat) for the first time. Another first, we sailed a Pico (another mini sailboat a little smaller than a Sunfish). These were awesome because they flipped very easily and were very hard to sail. The day was long and fun but night was the best. We all went to shore and had a huge ActionQuest cookout and dance with the best DJ in the islands, DJ Heavy B. The food was great and it was nice to eat on land for a change! Dancing was awesome too. The best part of the day was when it started pouring rain and Pine started dancing in the rain and everyone followed.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today Pine had another successful rotation day! We sailed on a Rhodes (mini sailboat) for the first time. Another first, we sailed a Pico (another mini sailboat a little smaller than a Sunfish). These were awesome because they flipped very easily and were very hard to sail. The day was long and fun but night was the best. We all went to shore and had a huge ActionQuest cookout and dance with the best DJ in the islands, DJ Heavy B. The food was great and it was nice to eat on land for a change! Dancing was awesome too. The best part of the day was when it started pouring rain and Pine started dancing in the rain and everyone followed.
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Day 7
Author: Andrea S.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today was awesome! We woke up early and had a rotation day. People participated in windsurfing, diving, and wakeboarding/waterskiing. After a long day everyone put on nice clothes for a beach BBQ and dance. It was so much fun! We danced to a DJ and had contests. When it started to rain we all went out onto the beach and kept on dancing. After the dance we were so tired that we all went to bed.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today was awesome! We woke up early and had a rotation day. People participated in windsurfing, diving, and wakeboarding/waterskiing. After a long day everyone put on nice clothes for a beach BBQ and dance. It was so much fun! We danced to a DJ and had contests. When it started to rain we all went out onto the beach and kept on dancing. After the dance we were so tired that we all went to bed.
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June 25th Directors Update
Mike Meighan calls in the update from Gorda Sound bring us up to speed on all the ActionQuest and Lifeworks happenings. All the vessels will be together tonight at The Sandbox for a beach BBQ before the DJ arrives to start up the dancing!
June 23th Directors Update
ActionQuest Director, Mike Meighan brings us up to speed on the happening with the ActionQuest BVI 2007 programs. The vessels sailed off the dock in the 19th on a 21-day voyage that will see them circumnavigate the BVIs while building their skills in sailing, SCUBA diving, windsurfing and water skiing. Check back often for further podcasts and the written blog entries that will be posted on an intermittent basis as time and technology allow.
Sunday, June 24, 2007
Day 6
Author: Clare L.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we woke up and had French toast, then prepared our boat to go do our second confined water dive. The weather was pretty nice today, minus the few little showers we had. We all worked really well today setting up dive gear, and our rotation day went well also. We windsurfed and waterskiied during rotations. We didn't sail today, we stayed here at Vixen Point which has great clear water to dive in.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we woke up and had French toast, then prepared our boat to go do our second confined water dive. The weather was pretty nice today, minus the few little showers we had. We all worked really well today setting up dive gear, and our rotation day went well also. We windsurfed and waterskiied during rotations. We didn't sail today, we stayed here at Vixen Point which has great clear water to dive in.
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Day 6
Author: Liz M.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
We woke up this morning and immediately sailed to our first dive location: the Chimneys at the Dogs. We had breakfast underway and were finished by the time we arrived. We had an exciting pleasure dive, filled with many fish and creatures, and a neat swim-through. When we got back to the boat we switched our tanks and sailed to our second at "wall to wall." The current was very strong there. We had a fantastic lunch. Then we sailed back to Mountain Point, where we will spend the night. We had a lecture on naturalist dives, and had some time to relax. Dinner was good as well, and the day was ended with a Lifeworks Forum. Apart from the occasional rain shower (about three), the day was an exciting one.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
We woke up this morning and immediately sailed to our first dive location: the Chimneys at the Dogs. We had breakfast underway and were finished by the time we arrived. We had an exciting pleasure dive, filled with many fish and creatures, and a neat swim-through. When we got back to the boat we switched our tanks and sailed to our second at "wall to wall." The current was very strong there. We had a fantastic lunch. Then we sailed back to Mountain Point, where we will spend the night. We had a lecture on naturalist dives, and had some time to relax. Dinner was good as well, and the day was ended with a Lifeworks Forum. Apart from the occasional rain shower (about three), the day was an exciting one.
Day 6
Author: Jim F.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
After anchoring at Vixen Point the night before we awoke to the typical gorgeous weather of the BVI. There was a slight breeze good enough for windsurfing and the sea conditions were relatively good. The highlight of the day was snorkeling with Adam and Victor. We snorkeled along the mangrove trees and saw a great variety of plants and animals. Also, positives for the day include waterskiing, wakeboarding, and the delicious French toast.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
After anchoring at Vixen Point the night before we awoke to the typical gorgeous weather of the BVI. There was a slight breeze good enough for windsurfing and the sea conditions were relatively good. The highlight of the day was snorkeling with Adam and Victor. We snorkeled along the mangrove trees and saw a great variety of plants and animals. Also, positives for the day include waterskiing, wakeboarding, and the delicious French toast.
Day 6
Author: Shae R.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
We all woke up early and ate amazing high quality cereal and went diving at the Chimneys. It was amazing, best dive so far. So much coral and lots of different fish. Then we set sail over to the Flinstones. It's always windy and seems like it just starts raining right out of nowhere but it only lasts a few minutes. When we got to the Flinstones we went diving again. It wasn't as good as the first dive but it was still pretty cool. We went to Mountain Point where we were just chilling and ran into an amazing barracuda and we named him Karl! Mike tried to catch him but got scared.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
We all woke up early and ate amazing high quality cereal and went diving at the Chimneys. It was amazing, best dive so far. So much coral and lots of different fish. Then we set sail over to the Flinstones. It's always windy and seems like it just starts raining right out of nowhere but it only lasts a few minutes. When we got to the Flinstones we went diving again. It wasn't as good as the first dive but it was still pretty cool. We went to Mountain Point where we were just chilling and ran into an amazing barracuda and we named him Karl! Mike tried to catch him but got scared.
Day 6
Author: Sam W.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
After a night of little sleep and lots of rain, we enjoyed a day of staying anchored. We had a rotation day consisting of wakeboarding/waterskiing, windsurfing, and accomplished confined water dive number two. We had great meals today: French toast, PB+J, and tomato stroganoff. I think everyone is ready for some more sailing, but it is fun to lounge around and enjoy the sun, beach, and surf.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
After a night of little sleep and lots of rain, we enjoyed a day of staying anchored. We had a rotation day consisting of wakeboarding/waterskiing, windsurfing, and accomplished confined water dive number two. We had great meals today: French toast, PB+J, and tomato stroganoff. I think everyone is ready for some more sailing, but it is fun to lounge around and enjoy the sun, beach, and surf.
Day 6
Author: Claudia E.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we woke up early and set sail for Anegada. We had perfect sailing conditions and made our way to Anegada. When we arrived we played on the beach for two hours: Frisbee, chicken fights, sand castles, and more. We returned to the boat and showered, ate lunch, and began to sail back to Vixen Point. Personally this is my favorite sail day because we really got to test our newly acquired sailing skills. On our way back we experienced a squall and learned how that affects our sails and direction. Once again, two funny moments were: silverware falling overboard and Fredo saving the day, and Drea wearing her "sailing" hat. Today was a great day and the time is just sailing by.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we woke up early and set sail for Anegada. We had perfect sailing conditions and made our way to Anegada. When we arrived we played on the beach for two hours: Frisbee, chicken fights, sand castles, and more. We returned to the boat and showered, ate lunch, and began to sail back to Vixen Point. Personally this is my favorite sail day because we really got to test our newly acquired sailing skills. On our way back we experienced a squall and learned how that affects our sails and direction. Once again, two funny moments were: silverware falling overboard and Fredo saving the day, and Drea wearing her "sailing" hat. Today was a great day and the time is just sailing by.
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Day 6
Author: Thomas J.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
The weather was good today, though it rained early this morning. The swells were fairly normal out on the ocean but were small in the two bays we were in. Today we spent a lot of time sailing and most of the rest on the beach. Today we left Savanna Bay and sailed to Anegada Island, where we had fun on the beach. The funniest part of the day was when several of us tried to dunk some of the staff. Today, while sailing, we found out that we actually have a chance of winning the race.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
The weather was good today, though it rained early this morning. The swells were fairly normal out on the ocean but were small in the two bays we were in. Today we spent a lot of time sailing and most of the rest on the beach. Today we left Savanna Bay and sailed to Anegada Island, where we had fun on the beach. The funniest part of the day was when several of us tried to dunk some of the staff. Today, while sailing, we found out that we actually have a chance of winning the race.
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Day 6
Author: Bobby S.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today started off raining. It soon got better as we made our way to Anegada. On the way we lost a dinghy but got it back. We were at the beach for an hour and then were sailing for Vixen Point. We are rafting at Vixen Point for the night.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today started off raining. It soon got better as we made our way to Anegada. On the way we lost a dinghy but got it back. We were at the beach for an hour and then were sailing for Vixen Point. We are rafting at Vixen Point for the night.
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Day 6
Author: Amy G.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
The British Virgin Islands keep getting more beautiful, and the days get more packed with activities. We woke up and sailed to our first of two dive sites. On the dives we explored the underwater swim throughs and rock walls that are filled with corals and unique sea life. Our relaxing scuba diving was followed by a beautiful sail across the calm ocean and sunny skies. Waterskiing during on of the daily five minute downpours was also a memorable moment of the amazing day. Finally, it's always nice to wind down with the other twelve of my shipmates at the end of the day.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
The British Virgin Islands keep getting more beautiful, and the days get more packed with activities. We woke up and sailed to our first of two dive sites. On the dives we explored the underwater swim throughs and rock walls that are filled with corals and unique sea life. Our relaxing scuba diving was followed by a beautiful sail across the calm ocean and sunny skies. Waterskiing during on of the daily five minute downpours was also a memorable moment of the amazing day. Finally, it's always nice to wind down with the other twelve of my shipmates at the end of the day.
Saturday, June 23, 2007
Day 5
Author: Mike K.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Sea conditions were good. We went to the Baths. The best part of the day was probably going to the Baths. Then we went to Spanishtown and had food. The food was good. Peace out.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Sea conditions were good. We went to the Baths. The best part of the day was probably going to the Baths. Then we went to Spanishtown and had food. The food was good. Peace out.
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Day 5
Author: Mia A.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
We ate oatmeal for breakfast, then went to the Baths and explored. We cleaned our cabins for inspection when we got back before going into Spanishtown. At Spanishtown we ate cheeseburgers for lunch and stocked up on snacks, etc. When we came back from Spanishtown we had a night dive briefing with Johno and then snorkeled the night dive site when it was still light out to get familiarized. We had veggie burgers, mashed potatoes, and baked beans for dinner, then we went on the night dive. Then we had fudge brownies baked by Fresca and went to bed.
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Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
We ate oatmeal for breakfast, then went to the Baths and explored. We cleaned our cabins for inspection when we got back before going into Spanishtown. At Spanishtown we ate cheeseburgers for lunch and stocked up on snacks, etc. When we came back from Spanishtown we had a night dive briefing with Johno and then snorkeled the night dive site when it was still light out to get familiarized. We had veggie burgers, mashed potatoes, and baked beans for dinner, then we went on the night dive. Then we had fudge brownies baked by Fresca and went to bed.
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Day 5
Author: Brad W.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
It was quite nice throughout the day. But come night fall, it started to rain and everyone outside sleeping was drenched. First we went to the Baths. We climbed rocks, jumped off cliffs, and explored a beautiful island. Then we arrived at port and went into Spanishtown and ate lunch, called home, and shopped. Later on that day we snorkeled over the site we would be diving later that night. During the night dive we came upon many glorious fish while enjoying an underwater dance routine performed by one of our shipmates (me).
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Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
It was quite nice throughout the day. But come night fall, it started to rain and everyone outside sleeping was drenched. First we went to the Baths. We climbed rocks, jumped off cliffs, and explored a beautiful island. Then we arrived at port and went into Spanishtown and ate lunch, called home, and shopped. Later on that day we snorkeled over the site we would be diving later that night. During the night dive we came upon many glorious fish while enjoying an underwater dance routine performed by one of our shipmates (me).
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Day 5
Author: Brian R.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today the weather was fabulous. The wind was strong and the sun was shining. The sea conditions were calm. Our boat went to the Baths and climbed the jumping rock and everyone jumped off. The best thing that happened today was that we raced Tengger on the way here and beat them. We also went to Spanishtown today and we got to eat a really good meal. Everyone bought food in the stores. For dinner we had veggie burgers with mashed potatoes and beans and it was really good.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today the weather was fabulous. The wind was strong and the sun was shining. The sea conditions were calm. Our boat went to the Baths and climbed the jumping rock and everyone jumped off. The best thing that happened today was that we raced Tengger on the way here and beat them. We also went to Spanishtown today and we got to eat a really good meal. Everyone bought food in the stores. For dinner we had veggie burgers with mashed potatoes and beans and it was really good.
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Day 5
Author: Hailey D.
Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today we sailed to the Baths. We explored the Baths, the best thing that we did today was explore the cave of the Baths and jump off a rock into the water. We then sailed to Spanishtown and picked up supplies. After that we sailed to Mountain Point. The weather was partly cloudy, windy, and the ocean was wavy. We snorkeled Mountain Point's shores and did a night dive. The dive was great.
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Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today we sailed to the Baths. We explored the Baths, the best thing that we did today was explore the cave of the Baths and jump off a rock into the water. We then sailed to Spanishtown and picked up supplies. After that we sailed to Mountain Point. The weather was partly cloudy, windy, and the ocean was wavy. We snorkeled Mountain Point's shores and did a night dive. The dive was great.
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Day 5
Author: Bailey D.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we went to the Baths. Though most of the shipmates came back with injuries (cuts and scrapes) it was the coolest place that we've been. The Baths are a collection of large rocks grouped together to form many caves, beaches, and hidden passages. After the Baths we went to Spanishtown, Virgin Gorda, where we got more food for the boat and experienced a little civilization in the hot, hot, sun. We left Spanishtown for our most "intense" sail so far. It was about a three hour sail where we first learned points of sail and mastered our maneuvers.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we went to the Baths. Though most of the shipmates came back with injuries (cuts and scrapes) it was the coolest place that we've been. The Baths are a collection of large rocks grouped together to form many caves, beaches, and hidden passages. After the Baths we went to Spanishtown, Virgin Gorda, where we got more food for the boat and experienced a little civilization in the hot, hot, sun. We left Spanishtown for our most "intense" sail so far. It was about a three hour sail where we first learned points of sail and mastered our maneuvers.
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Day 5
Author: Andrew S.
Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today was our first rotation day. We either went scuba diving, waterskiied, or windsurfed. Vegas on the boat were extremely excited for their first dive. The weather was intense sun with a slight breeze- a couple of us got sunburned. One of the best parts of the day was when the people on the boat made a three man pyramid by sitting on one another's shoulders. The only bad part of the day would be the buckets of rain that fell while we all tried to sleep.
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Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today was our first rotation day. We either went scuba diving, waterskiied, or windsurfed. Vegas on the boat were extremely excited for their first dive. The weather was intense sun with a slight breeze- a couple of us got sunburned. One of the best parts of the day was when the people on the boat made a three man pyramid by sitting on one another's shoulders. The only bad part of the day would be the buckets of rain that fell while we all tried to sleep.
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Day 5
Author: Eddie W.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we had good weather, although our ship was anchored all day. We were dropped off on the beach while taking turns kneeboarding, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. Also we tried windsurfing. Then after lunch we did dinghy and knot training. After lunch we did confined water dive training which was my favorite part of the day. The funniest part of the day was when Daniel windsurfed way out to see and hitched a ride back with a dinghy.
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Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we had good weather, although our ship was anchored all day. We were dropped off on the beach while taking turns kneeboarding, waterskiing, and wakeboarding. Also we tried windsurfing. Then after lunch we did dinghy and knot training. After lunch we did confined water dive training which was my favorite part of the day. The funniest part of the day was when Daniel windsurfed way out to see and hitched a ride back with a dinghy.
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Day 5
Author: Alec M.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we had our first full rotation day. It began with oatmeal for breakfast and then windsurfing, our first scuba day under water. The weather was perfect. One of the coolest things we saw today was a baby nurse shark while windsurfing. The day finished with veggie burgers and mashed potatoes which were very good.
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Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we had our first full rotation day. It began with oatmeal for breakfast and then windsurfing, our first scuba day under water. The weather was perfect. One of the coolest things we saw today was a baby nurse shark while windsurfing. The day finished with veggie burgers and mashed potatoes which were very good.
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Friday, June 22, 2007
Day 4
Author: Paul Y.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
The weather was nice, windy and sunny. The sea was so beautiful. The water is so cool and clear. Our boat got to stay here all at anchor. We went to the Sand Circle for a beautiful dive and navigation underwater. The best thing that happened to me was on a dive seeing a group of three butterfly fish. It was really fun wakeboarding. The day went very well and bonding is going on and looking forward to the day ahead.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
The weather was nice, windy and sunny. The sea was so beautiful. The water is so cool and clear. Our boat got to stay here all at anchor. We went to the Sand Circle for a beautiful dive and navigation underwater. The best thing that happened to me was on a dive seeing a group of three butterfly fish. It was really fun wakeboarding. The day went very well and bonding is going on and looking forward to the day ahead.
Day 4
Author: Brook E.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we got an early start to go to the Baths. The Baths had huge boulders and we all climbed through them to the top and jumped off into the water! After the Baths we headed to Spanishtown. Spanishtown consisted of shops, restaurants, and everyone's favorite thing- ice cream! After departing from Spanishtown we sailed for a while, caught up on our sailing skills, and learned about techniques and sailing itself.
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Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we got an early start to go to the Baths. The Baths had huge boulders and we all climbed through them to the top and jumped off into the water! After the Baths we headed to Spanishtown. Spanishtown consisted of shops, restaurants, and everyone's favorite thing- ice cream! After departing from Spanishtown we sailed for a while, caught up on our sailing skills, and learned about techniques and sailing itself.
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Day 4
Author: David L.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we woke up to a crisp BVI morning and started activities right away. Vegas performed their first underwater scuba dive in a confined area. Divemasters assisted the Vegas all day, while everyone else rotated after diving to wakeboarding, windsurfing, and just having a good time. At dinner we shared our favorite places to be. So far the past four days have been going smoothly and everyone seems happy.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we woke up to a crisp BVI morning and started activities right away. Vegas performed their first underwater scuba dive in a confined area. Divemasters assisted the Vegas all day, while everyone else rotated after diving to wakeboarding, windsurfing, and just having a good time. At dinner we shared our favorite places to be. So far the past four days have been going smoothly and everyone seems happy.
Day 4
Author: Claire R.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we went to Spanishtown and the Baths on Virgin Gorda. In the Baths there were huge granite deposits that sprung up from the earth. They were really fun to jump off and Musgrave jumped off a cliff as a group. Then we went to Spanishtown and had lunch and called home and went to the shop. The weather was nice. We had chow mein for dindin. Tomorrow we are diving ?
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Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we went to Spanishtown and the Baths on Virgin Gorda. In the Baths there were huge granite deposits that sprung up from the earth. They were really fun to jump off and Musgrave jumped off a cliff as a group. Then we went to Spanishtown and had lunch and called home and went to the shop. The weather was nice. We had chow mein for dindin. Tomorrow we are diving ?
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Day 4
Author: Davis N.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we started in Savanna Bay, and ended there too. The weather was great and the wind was pretty strong. This morning we went to the Baths. It was a pile of rocks that had caves underneath it. Also you could just swim or jump off the rocks. When we were all going back to the boat Eddie got lost. He came back, but we're still not sure where he was. After that we went to Spanishtown. It wasn't very Spanish, but it was still fun. We all had lunch there and got water. After we all ate we went for a sail past the bay and back around. When we were all taking showers David said to look out for sharks and everyone freaked out, so overall it was a good day.
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Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we started in Savanna Bay, and ended there too. The weather was great and the wind was pretty strong. This morning we went to the Baths. It was a pile of rocks that had caves underneath it. Also you could just swim or jump off the rocks. When we were all going back to the boat Eddie got lost. He came back, but we're still not sure where he was. After that we went to Spanishtown. It wasn't very Spanish, but it was still fun. We all had lunch there and got water. After we all ate we went for a sail past the bay and back around. When we were all taking showers David said to look out for sharks and everyone freaked out, so overall it was a good day.
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Day 4
Author: Anna
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
In the morning after breakfast we all went and learned to windsurf. After that half of us went and did our first dive with our scuba gear. The other half stayed on the beach and went on a nature hike to the windward side. After lunch we all took turns waterskiing and wakeboarding. For dinner Mike ate with us. After dinner we are doing a Lifeworks forum. Today was a lot of fun and exciting.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
In the morning after breakfast we all went and learned to windsurf. After that half of us went and did our first dive with our scuba gear. The other half stayed on the beach and went on a nature hike to the windward side. After lunch we all took turns waterskiing and wakeboarding. For dinner Mike ate with us. After dinner we are doing a Lifeworks forum. Today was a lot of fun and exciting.
Day 4
Author: Andrea B.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
We woke up and then we ate breakfast. We put on our swimsuits and then we went on and tried to wakeboard and waterski. Then we went out to swim at the beach and off course we went windsurfing! Which I really sucked at! Then we chilled in the boat and heard some music! After that we went on our first session of scuba diving! Yay it was awesome! Then we went back and chilled a little more.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
We woke up and then we ate breakfast. We put on our swimsuits and then we went on and tried to wakeboard and waterski. Then we went out to swim at the beach and off course we went windsurfing! Which I really sucked at! Then we chilled in the boat and heard some music! After that we went on our first session of scuba diving! Yay it was awesome! Then we went back and chilled a little more.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Day 3
Author: Kate G.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today our ship sailed around the islands to Savanna Bay. We left at approximately 8:35 am. We had a great time learning how to tie knots and learning the facts of sailing. The weather was warm and mostly sunny with a slight breeze. When we arrived in Savanna Bay we anchored the boat, then headed our ways to waterskiing and wakeboarding. Although some of us were good and maybe bad, we all learned something new. Now we are eating dinner and waiting for the two great adventures to come our way!
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Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today our ship sailed around the islands to Savanna Bay. We left at approximately 8:35 am. We had a great time learning how to tie knots and learning the facts of sailing. The weather was warm and mostly sunny with a slight breeze. When we arrived in Savanna Bay we anchored the boat, then headed our ways to waterskiing and wakeboarding. Although some of us were good and maybe bad, we all learned something new. Now we are eating dinner and waiting for the two great adventures to come our way!
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Day 3
Author: Sascha C.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today was been a little slow with stuff but we got to sail a lot which was fun. It's been partly cloudy all day and rather windy. It took about five or so hours to get here from Norman Island which was good because we had time to chill and hang out and then waterski. We are about to go to a dive meeting. Today has been good, can't wait for tomorrow
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Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today was been a little slow with stuff but we got to sail a lot which was fun. It's been partly cloudy all day and rather windy. It took about five or so hours to get here from Norman Island which was good because we had time to chill and hang out and then waterski. We are about to go to a dive meeting. Today has been good, can't wait for tomorrow
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Day 3
Author: Alicia C.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
We started with a great breakfast of scrambled eggs. Then we had a good long sail over to Cooper Island. When we got there we went for a swim and had PB+ J. We then sailed to Savanna Bay and talked about tv and movies. The girls were amazed that Boomer didn't know what Gilmore Girls was. The divemasters then helped the Vegas set up their gear for the first time. We then showered and are enjoying dinner. We are all excited for the lectures tonight!
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Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
We started with a great breakfast of scrambled eggs. Then we had a good long sail over to Cooper Island. When we got there we went for a swim and had PB+ J. We then sailed to Savanna Bay and talked about tv and movies. The girls were amazed that Boomer didn't know what Gilmore Girls was. The divemasters then helped the Vegas set up their gear for the first time. We then showered and are enjoying dinner. We are all excited for the lectures tonight!
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Day 3
Author: Dennis
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
As usual in the Caribbean the weather was fantastic, although there were a few clouds. However, it did not kill the buzz of the day! We traveled from the Bight to Cooper Island, where we had a rest for a couple of hours chilling in the sun and swimming. Then we continued our journey and arrived at Savanna Bay where we will be spending the night. I believe the best part of the day was the food served. Brownies, blueberry muffins, delicious pasta Also the swimming in the ocean was very nice, cooling off from the humid heat of the day.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
As usual in the Caribbean the weather was fantastic, although there were a few clouds. However, it did not kill the buzz of the day! We traveled from the Bight to Cooper Island, where we had a rest for a couple of hours chilling in the sun and swimming. Then we continued our journey and arrived at Savanna Bay where we will be spending the night. I believe the best part of the day was the food served. Brownies, blueberry muffins, delicious pasta Also the swimming in the ocean was very nice, cooling off from the humid heat of the day.
Day 3
Author: Daniel E.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
We began our journey at eight o'clock. We sailed to Ginger Island. We stopped and most of us went snorkeling while the remaining people went for a dive. After resurfacing we enjoyed a lunch of peanut butter and jelly. We then sailed to Savanna Bay where we encountered some problems anchoring. We enjoyed a delicious meal!
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Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
We began our journey at eight o'clock. We sailed to Ginger Island. We stopped and most of us went snorkeling while the remaining people went for a dive. After resurfacing we enjoyed a lunch of peanut butter and jelly. We then sailed to Savanna Bay where we encountered some problems anchoring. We enjoyed a delicious meal!
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Day 3
Author: Brian L.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Good weather, passed several other boats with our superior skipper skills. We learned about diving and whatnot. Took a couple tries to anchor, that was fun.
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Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Good weather, passed several other boats with our superior skipper skills. We learned about diving and whatnot. Took a couple tries to anchor, that was fun.
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Day 3
Author: Jon Z.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today the weather was really windy, as it appears to almost constantly be here in the BVI's. No complaints though! It kept the boat moving at right around five knots the whole time we were travelling and cooled us off. Another thing to mention is that it didn't rain last night, so those of us who slept on the deck were well rested today. We dove on Blue Chromis Reef, near Peter Island, and saw some cool fish and coral. Then we continued on to Savanna Bay in Virgin Gorda. Most of us played a big game of cards this evening right before having a great pasta and salad dinner.
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Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today the weather was really windy, as it appears to almost constantly be here in the BVI's. No complaints though! It kept the boat moving at right around five knots the whole time we were travelling and cooled us off. Another thing to mention is that it didn't rain last night, so those of us who slept on the deck were well rested today. We dove on Blue Chromis Reef, near Peter Island, and saw some cool fish and coral. Then we continued on to Savanna Bay in Virgin Gorda. Most of us played a big game of cards this evening right before having a great pasta and salad dinner.
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Day 3
Author: Sarah M.
Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we woke up early and after a quick breakfast headed out to dive on the two tugboats that were sunk intentionally in the bay. One diver went to gain certification while the others enjoyed the beautiful sight of stings rays and other marine life. Later in the evening we arrived at out next destination and some people were able to go wakeboarding. The weather was sunny with a slight breeze.
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Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we woke up early and after a quick breakfast headed out to dive on the two tugboats that were sunk intentionally in the bay. One diver went to gain certification while the others enjoyed the beautiful sight of stings rays and other marine life. Later in the evening we arrived at out next destination and some people were able to go wakeboarding. The weather was sunny with a slight breeze.
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Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Day 2
Author: Julien B.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
We woke up this morning and left the dock. The sailing was fun and we went to Norman Island to snorkel and scuba dive. It was very nice and fun. At night we had a dive chat which was interesting.
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Location: The Bight, Norman Island
We woke up this morning and left the dock. The sailing was fun and we went to Norman Island to snorkel and scuba dive. It was very nice and fun. At night we had a dive chat which was interesting.
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Day 2
Author: Tilly B.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
Today we departed the dock and began sailing the boat towards Norman Island. We arrived just after lunch, set the anchor, and then went snorkeling. It was very hot in the morning but it began to cool down in the afternoon. The best part of the day was definitely snorkeling, not only was it nice being in the cool water but also we had the chance to see loads of marine animals we hadn't seen before.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
Today we departed the dock and began sailing the boat towards Norman Island. We arrived just after lunch, set the anchor, and then went snorkeling. It was very hot in the morning but it began to cool down in the afternoon. The best part of the day was definitely snorkeling, not only was it nice being in the cool water but also we had the chance to see loads of marine animals we hadn't seen before.
Day 2
Author: Hanna G.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
Ahoy! Greetings from Tengger! All is well aboard, just getting settled into our spacious accommodations. Kidding! Everyone is getting used to living on the boat, and we are enjoying it! We went snorkeling today at the Caves and saw a gigantic barracuda! Others went on their first dive of the trip and helped new divers learn the ropes! We all gathered together for our first dinner! We enjoyed sloppy joes and mashed potatoes while learning about the head. We are about to have a scuba lesson and settle in for the night! Until next time, - Tengger crew!
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
Ahoy! Greetings from Tengger! All is well aboard, just getting settled into our spacious accommodations. Kidding! Everyone is getting used to living on the boat, and we are enjoying it! We went snorkeling today at the Caves and saw a gigantic barracuda! Others went on their first dive of the trip and helped new divers learn the ropes! We all gathered together for our first dinner! We enjoyed sloppy joes and mashed potatoes while learning about the head. We are about to have a scuba lesson and settle in for the night! Until next time, - Tengger crew!
Day 2
Author: Luca M.
Location: White Bay, Peter Island
Today we woke up at the docks and after a "short" meeting sailed out to White Bay. While sailing the boat experienced some technical difficulties, including, but not limited to, the sail breaking and the compressor failing. Everything somehow got repaired with the help of some other staff members. Dinner was good too, we had sloppy joe's. I want to give a shout out to Mom, Lele, and my boy Johnny.
Location: White Bay, Peter Island
Today we woke up at the docks and after a "short" meeting sailed out to White Bay. While sailing the boat experienced some technical difficulties, including, but not limited to, the sail breaking and the compressor failing. Everything somehow got repaired with the help of some other staff members. Dinner was good too, we had sloppy joe's. I want to give a shout out to Mom, Lele, and my boy Johnny.
Day 2
Author: Leah H.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
The weather today was a beautiful, sunny, 90 degrees. There wasn't much wind, but it was fine for our first day of sailing. We woke up at 6am for a lovely early morning swim test, and after a short meeting set off for Norman Island. We had an eventful sail as there was some mainsail trouble and a "Nalgene overboard" rescue. When we got to Norman Island we got to go snorkeling through some beautiful caves. To top it all off, our final shipmate Denny arrived with the flourish of a cape and a great attitude.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
The weather today was a beautiful, sunny, 90 degrees. There wasn't much wind, but it was fine for our first day of sailing. We woke up at 6am for a lovely early morning swim test, and after a short meeting set off for Norman Island. We had an eventful sail as there was some mainsail trouble and a "Nalgene overboard" rescue. When we got to Norman Island we got to go snorkeling through some beautiful caves. To top it all off, our final shipmate Denny arrived with the flourish of a cape and a great attitude.
Day 2
Author: Kelsey B.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
Today was day one of sailing. That was an amazing sail. First we stopped off at the Caves. First the open water divers went snorkeling where Blackbeard held his treasure, unfortunately nobody found anything. Then the advanced divers went diving and reviewed basic skills. After that the crew motored over to the Bight where we anchored for the night. I can tell that we are going to have an awesome summer of sailing, diving, and more awesome fun.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
Today was day one of sailing. That was an amazing sail. First we stopped off at the Caves. First the open water divers went snorkeling where Blackbeard held his treasure, unfortunately nobody found anything. Then the advanced divers went diving and reviewed basic skills. After that the crew motored over to the Bight where we anchored for the night. I can tell that we are going to have an awesome summer of sailing, diving, and more awesome fun.
Day 2
Author: Mary N.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
Today we left port at Tortola. It was mostly sunny, but we had some clouds and a little bit of light rain. We sailed for about two hours, then we went swimming and snorkeling in the Caves at Norman Island. Today everyone started talking a lot and all of the shipmates started to get to know each other better. This morning the whole program got together and we got in small groups with people who were not on our ships and played games to learn more about each other. Today was a very fun and exciting day!
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
Today we left port at Tortola. It was mostly sunny, but we had some clouds and a little bit of light rain. We sailed for about two hours, then we went swimming and snorkeling in the Caves at Norman Island. Today everyone started talking a lot and all of the shipmates started to get to know each other better. This morning the whole program got together and we got in small groups with people who were not on our ships and played games to learn more about each other. Today was a very fun and exciting day!
Day 2
Author: Maxwell A.
Location: White Bay, Peter Island
Today we woke up and ate breakfast. We had another meeting with Mike. After the meeting we motored out of West End and then raised the sails and sailed to Peter Island. Once there, we got our dive gear ready and went swimming. We did a check out dive and reviewed all our basic dive skills. Then we had dinner and a meeting with all the others boats on the dive side of the program.
Location: White Bay, Peter Island
Today we woke up and ate breakfast. We had another meeting with Mike. After the meeting we motored out of West End and then raised the sails and sailed to Peter Island. Once there, we got our dive gear ready and went swimming. We did a check out dive and reviewed all our basic dive skills. Then we had dinner and a meeting with all the others boats on the dive side of the program.
Day 2
Author: Albert
Location: White Bay, Peter Island
After an early wake up, some went for their swim test while others got dive gear. After filling up our water tanks and stowing the dive gear we finally pulled away from the dock and sailed to White Bay. In White Bay we had our first check out dive and practiced previous skills we had learned such as mask and regulator recovery. After dinner we shuttled in our dinghy over to Bulot for a review quiz on basic scuba knowledge. The weather was sunny with scattered rain showers.
Location: White Bay, Peter Island
After an early wake up, some went for their swim test while others got dive gear. After filling up our water tanks and stowing the dive gear we finally pulled away from the dock and sailed to White Bay. In White Bay we had our first check out dive and practiced previous skills we had learned such as mask and regulator recovery. After dinner we shuttled in our dinghy over to Bulot for a review quiz on basic scuba knowledge. The weather was sunny with scattered rain showers.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Day 1
Author: Olivia
Location: West End, Tortola
We traveled all day and are pretty tired. I couldn't sleep I was so excited. My flight got delayed though, and then I had a 2 hour lay- over. Then after arriving in Tortola we took a 45 minute taxi ride to West End. When I got here I was tired and excited. An then I got on the ship! Everyone was so nice!! Then after that I went to bed in a hammock and fell asleep after I looked up at all the stars.
Location: West End, Tortola
We traveled all day and are pretty tired. I couldn't sleep I was so excited. My flight got delayed though, and then I had a 2 hour lay- over. Then after arriving in Tortola we took a 45 minute taxi ride to West End. When I got here I was tired and excited. An then I got on the ship! Everyone was so nice!! Then after that I went to bed in a hammock and fell asleep after I looked up at all the stars.
Day 1
Author: David B.
Location: West End, Tortola
After a long wait all the shipmates arrived. We ate a gourmet dinner of pasta and salad and then went to the briefing.
Location: West End, Tortola
After a long wait all the shipmates arrived. We ate a gourmet dinner of pasta and salad and then went to the briefing.
Day 1
Author: ?
Location: West End, Tortola
Today everyone arrived on the dock after a long day of traveling. We got to jump in the water for our swim test, which felt great. After that we got fitted with our new dive gear, explored our new homes, our boats, and met the staff members and other shipmates. Dinner was totellini with marinera sauce, afterwards we had a dock talk with the entire group and Mike, who told us what we are going to be doing the next three weeks. We then set up our hammocks and went to bed.
Location: West End, Tortola
Today everyone arrived on the dock after a long day of traveling. We got to jump in the water for our swim test, which felt great. After that we got fitted with our new dive gear, explored our new homes, our boats, and met the staff members and other shipmates. Dinner was totellini with marinera sauce, afterwards we had a dock talk with the entire group and Mike, who told us what we are going to be doing the next three weeks. We then set up our hammocks and went to bed.
Day 1
Author: Jordan G.
Location: West End, Tortola
Today we spent our day getting settled in. We divided up the cabins and started to unpack. As it got later we had a nice dinner on the deck and began to get to know each other. Some people took their swim test, however some will take it tomorrow. We had our first salt water shower which was a lot of fun for us. We all were running around the docks trying to get the soap out of our hair. After we settled down and talked some more we and we had a group meeting on the dock. After the meeting we went o bed on the top and below deck.
Location: West End, Tortola
Today we spent our day getting settled in. We divided up the cabins and started to unpack. As it got later we had a nice dinner on the deck and began to get to know each other. Some people took their swim test, however some will take it tomorrow. We had our first salt water shower which was a lot of fun for us. We all were running around the docks trying to get the soap out of our hair. After we settled down and talked some more we and we had a group meeting on the dock. After the meeting we went o bed on the top and below deck.
Day 1
Author: Brian R.
Location: West End, Tortola
Today was the first day that we were in Tortola. Everybody got together at around nine. When we first got here we had to give all of the important things like passports and plane tickets to Thomas for safekeeping. After that we had to pass a swim test which consisted of swimming eight laps and treading water for ten minutes. The water was very refreshing after a long day of travel. Tortola is a beautiful place and it was fun walking around to all the shops. Dinner was the first meal we all had together and it was very enjoyable. All in all it was a great day!
Location: West End, Tortola
Today was the first day that we were in Tortola. Everybody got together at around nine. When we first got here we had to give all of the important things like passports and plane tickets to Thomas for safekeeping. After that we had to pass a swim test which consisted of swimming eight laps and treading water for ten minutes. The water was very refreshing after a long day of travel. Tortola is a beautiful place and it was fun walking around to all the shops. Dinner was the first meal we all had together and it was very enjoyable. All in all it was a great day!
Day 1
Author: Maxwell A.
Location: West End, Tortola
Today everyone arrived in Tortola. Upon arrival we had to check in and take a swim test. We had a meeting with Mike, who is the director of ActionQuest, and he went over all the rules. For dinner we had pasta and garlic bread. There are many new people to meet and the day was fairly hectic with everyone running around finding their boat and getting organized in their cabins. The boats are nice but the cabins are small, however we can sleep anywhere.
Location: West End, Tortola
Today everyone arrived in Tortola. Upon arrival we had to check in and take a swim test. We had a meeting with Mike, who is the director of ActionQuest, and he went over all the rules. For dinner we had pasta and garlic bread. There are many new people to meet and the day was fairly hectic with everyone running around finding their boat and getting organized in their cabins. The boats are nice but the cabins are small, however we can sleep anywhere.
Day 1
Author: Ben L.
Location: West End, Tortola
After the San Juan sticker incident we finally made it to West End. This was my first time getting here with daylight left, so I got to get my bags sorted outBe and meet all my shipmates that were aboard. Everyone seems really awesome and I am sure it witll be a great three weeks.
Location: West End, Tortola
After the San Juan sticker incident we finally made it to West End. This was my first time getting here with daylight left, so I got to get my bags sorted outBe and meet all my shipmates that were aboard. Everyone seems really awesome and I am sure it witll be a great three weeks.
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