ActionQuest Summer 2007, Session 1 Blog

2007-07-13T22:00:00.001-07:00

Author: Jeremy L.
Location: Savannah Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we went to a school on the Island of Virgin Gorda. We had fun with the children. We flew airplanes and played sports. Later we went to a beach and did a cleanup. Pasta for dinner was great but a little heavy on the garlic.

2007-07-13T22:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Kelly D.
Location: Savannah Bay, Virgin Gorda
The weather was amazing today! Hot with a nice breezeWe visited a local school today and played with all the kids. We did face painting, played tag, made bracelets and learned how to make balloon animals. The kids really had a great time. The group seems to be getting more unified which is really nice to see, it brings a good sense of community.
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2007-07-12T22:00:00.001-07:00

Author: Alison B.
Location: West End, Tortola
The weather this morning was a little cloudy but managed to get sunnier for the rest of the day. 6am was a little early for wake up time, but the sail to Savannah Bay made up for it. Plus the pancakes for breakfast didn't hurt either. After dinner and showers but Lifeworks boats met up and had an introduction and meeting.

2007-07-12T22:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Abby S.
Location: Savannah Bay, Virgin Gorda
We left the dock and had a long sail. We nearly sailed for 6 hours. It was Kim's birthday and we baked her a cake but we didn't have any candles so we wrote Happy B-day in cheerios. We took our first shower in the ocean and Will let two towels blow away and Noah lost a deck bucket. We learned how to sail, tack and drive the boat. We all tried to sleep outside but it started raining a little so then we all went inside.

2007-07-11T22:00:00.001-07:00

Author: Evan
Location: West End, Tortola
It rained for part of the day but there was some sun as well. We met each other as we all arrived at different times throughout the day. We all picked out a cabin for us to share and then unpacked. At dinner time we made tortellini.

2007-07-11T22:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Ella S.
Location: West End, Tortola
Well, after a very long day of traveling we all got to Tortola safe and sound. Some of us arrived mid morning while others of us didn't get here till dinner time. All of the Actionquest and Lifeworks boats were all parked on the same dock so we had a chance to meet and see everyone else. The weather turned rainy in the evening while some of us were sleeping out on the deck. Which resulted in a few slips and falls and a little confusion. Everything was chaotic and confusing on our first day. We all bonded and got to know each other over a violent game of spoons and the 3 golden rules.

Day 20

2007-07-08T22:00:00.004-07:00

Author: Paige S.
Location: West End, Tortola
Today was the big race. Emeraude won, as they won all the other races. The race was from the Bight, around a buoy in Road Town, and ending in Great Harbor, Peter Island. After the race everyone cleaned up. The most entertaining part of the day was when we all put on face paint, consisting of lipstick and eyeliner. The weather was not the best for a race, because it rained and the wind was really mild. Also, today was Sam's 21st birthday. We ate some cake Chris made for her. Tonight is also the last BBQ. This was a great last day for this session!

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Day 20

2007-07-08T22:00:00.003-07:00

Author: Michael N.
Location: West End, Tortola
Today we woke up and collected sail side's dinghies so that they could have a fair race. We then did our last dive, at the Indians, then motored to West End and cleaned our boat for hours. Finally, we got to go on shore and eat at Pussers. Tonight we are having a BBQ and everyone is sad that it is our last night.

Day 20

2007-07-08T22:00:00.002-07:00

Author: Liz S.
Location: West End, Tortola
Our final day is coming to an end and we're all shocked at how soon our experience here will be over. The morning began with an early sail and dive at the Indians. Afterwards, Jason gallantly jumped ship and saved our mooring as we set off to West End, where we all first met one another just three weeks ago. The afternoon was filled with endless boat cleaning until Alexandra shined with immaculate cleanliness. The night was concluded with a BBG and tearful goodbyes. Bye Alexandra, we love you!

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Day 20

2007-07-08T22:00:00.001-07:00

Author: Jordan G.
Location: West End, Tortola
Today we woke up at 7:00 and started packing. On the way to our dive site, the Indians, we filled out paper work for our advanced diving certifications. After the dive we motored to West End and cleaned our boat. For dinner we had a BBQ with the whole fleet.

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Day 20

2007-07-08T22:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Molly D.
Location: West End, Tortola
Today most of our boat woke up at 5am to hike spyglass. After eating oatmeal for breakfast we raced from the Bight at Norman Island to Road Town and Peter Island before going to West End to clean. After a thorough cleaning and inspection that lasted about three hours, we got to stock up on crunchy bam-bams before the BBQ and last night together.

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Day 19

2007-07-07T22:00:00.004-07:00

Author: Angela B.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
We sailed to the Rhone today and got to dive a shipwreck. It was the best dive I've ever been on. We saw three turtles. We then sailed and had a mini race between Emeraude, Watermelon, and Musgrave to the Bight. We then made dinner by ourselves when the staff had a staff meeting. Wow! They finally came back and all of the shipmates and Sam had a food fight, running around the whole boat with food everywhere. Nice cleanup tonight!

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Day 19

2007-07-07T22:00:00.003-07:00

Author: Ross W.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
On this fine day, we arose to more loud music. After a breakfast of pancakes, we sailed forth to dive the Fearless. I was fearful, however, as I have been told that I use more air while diving than anyone who has ever had the pleasure of attending ActionQuest. After the dive, which was extremely enjoyable, we motored to Road Town, where we ate lunch and had ice cream that was unnnaturally cold. After Road Town we sailed/motored to Norman Island, where we performed the final AQ ritual of writing sentimental cards to our fellow shipmates and staff members, thank you ActionQuest.

Day 19

2007-07-07T22:00:00.002-07:00

Author: Arlene P.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
We woke up at 7:30 and ate pancakes. After we ate, we dove the Fearless, which was great. We then went to Road Town, where we ate lunch, had amazing ice cream, and chilled for awhile. We then had a sailing race between all the dive side boats to Norman Island. We were winning at first, but then Alexandra caught up and won. We also put up a big new pirate flag! Once we got the Norman Island we dropped the anchor and made dinner, while making dinner a boat selling ice cream came by and we all got ice cream. Now we are enjoying one of our last nights all together.

Day 19

2007-07-07T22:00:00.001-07:00

Author: Amy G.
Location: The Bight, Norman Island
After another early wake up, the crew began eating breakfast, which was oatmeal. However, an unusual event occurred when an "unconscious" diver was spotted floating next to our boat. It turned out to be the beginnning of our final Rescue scenario. We methodically rescued the diver, found his missing buddy, and performed CPR. Later, we went on a fun dive at the reef close by and then sailed to Road Town. After leaving Road Town we won a race between our boat and the other two catamarans on dive side. The evening then started with a delectable dinner and more fun to come. Happy birthday mom!

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Day 19

2007-07-07T22:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Martha J.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today we started off with a pancake breakfast made by Leila and Brian. After that we started the morning with skiing and wakeboarding. After that we sailed to Road Harbor and spent several hours around Road Town shopping, eating lunch, and getting gelato. After our trip to Road Town we sailed to Norman Island. We had broccoli and cheese pasta for dinner with biscuits.

Day 18

2007-07-06T22:00:00.005-07:00

Author: Jordan G.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today we sailed to Road Town. We woke up early and finished a few open water dives and we were off. We sailed for a short while and finally were there. While in Road Town we ate lunch and walked around the area. Many people visited Hiho, which was a very cool surf shop. We also visited an ice cream store. It was so good!

Day 18

2007-07-06T22:00:00.004-07:00

Author: Elizabeth M.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
We woke up aat 7:30, had a quick breakfast and sailed to wreck alley. Once we arrived we dove the wreck of the Beta. After lunch of chicken salad, we dove the wreck of the Inganess Bay, which included a swim through. After the second dive we motored back to Great Harbor to relax, ski, wakeboard, and take a quiz for advanced divers. Dinner was scrumptous Asian style pasta. After dinner the marine bio, shipmates gave their research project presentations. Overall, the day was full and fun for everyone!

Day 18

2007-07-06T22:00:00.003-07:00

Author: Brad W.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today was a great day in the land of Rescue. In the morning, we dove the Fearless in search of the great toilet. Once we located the toilet, we used our newly acquired skills of knot tying and lift bag use to bring the toilet to the surface. Our first attempt failed miserably, but as usual we learned from our mistakes and came succeeded the second try, which put us one step closer to our Rescue Diver certification.

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Day 18

2007-07-06T22:00:00.002-07:00

Author: Hailey D.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today started out as any other day, we woke up, ate, and headed off to dive. We sailed to a wreck called Inganess Bay and the Neptunes did their wreck dive while the Barracudas and Dolphins did a fun reef dive. We then ate lunch and got ready for another dive. The Neptunes did their penetration dive and the Dolphins explored around the wreck. The Barracudas and Maddie did another reef dive and saw a reef shark!

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Day 18

2007-07-06T22:00:00.001-07:00

Author: Claudia E.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
This morning we woke up at a relatively decent hour. In between the rush of make-up divers diving off our boat, we rushed down a cereal breakfast. Next, some of us went skiing and wakeboarding for the last time. Some mastered jumping the wake, slalom skied, or even got up on skies or boards! Next we picked up our anchors and raised our headsail for a relaxing sail to Road Town. When we arrived we split up for shopping, lunch, and calling home. My personal favorite was Hiho, 100% Caribbean surf shop, where most of us picked up colorful rash guards, tshirts, and board shorts. It was a hot day, but most of us cooled off with an ice cream and Ting. Finally, we sailed back to Great Harbor where we had a stir fry dinner and a study session for the upcoming exam tomorrow.

Day 18

2007-07-06T22:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Jim F.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today we woke up early. Half of us went to Lifeworks. With Lifeworks we met Conrad, who has owned a majority of Peter Island for the entirety of his 76 year life. After meeting Conrad we went turtle tagging near Dead Chest Island. While half of us were with Lifeworks, the others went to the Rhone for the day and went on land. The weather was nice and the sea conditions were fine.

Day 17

2007-07-05T22:00:00.007-07:00

Author: Shae R.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today we sailed from Green Cay to Soper's Hole at West End where we spent a few hours shopping and eating. We then sailed off to a dive site called Painted Walls. Sailing was the best part of the day because we got to sit on the bow of Bulot and get drenched by the huge waves splashing up from the sea. After diving, we sailed to Great Harbor and spent the rest of the night studying. Today the skies were partly cloudy and there was a really great breeze.

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Day 17

2007-07-05T22:00:00.006-07:00

Author: Mia A.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
We woke up at 7:00am and sailed to West End. At West End we had a long time on shore to eat lunch and shop. Upon leaving we sailed to Painted Walls, a dive site off of the island Dead Man's Chest, and had a fun dive. We motored back to Great Harbor and had Mexican food for dinner, then studied for our tests, prepared for our presentations, and hung out.

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Day 17

2007-07-05T22:00:00.005-07:00

Author: Ben L.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today was an early day because we had to beat the other boats to West End, where we then replenished our boats with water, food, and fuel. Upon arriving at West End Parker and I left for the clinic, good news, my hand isnt broken!! Later we had a really nice sail to the Rhone and went diving, then sailed back to Great Harbor and had a really nice evening.

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Day 17

2007-07-05T22:00:00.004-07:00

Author: Alec M.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today started with an early wakeup and a skippers meeting which I had to go to. At this meeting I learned the conditions for the day's two races. The races were bad news for Watermelon with a second to last finish and third to last finish. It was very nice out with strong sailing winds. The day finished with Mexican night which was very good.

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Day 17

2007-07-05T22:00:00.003-07:00

Author: Bailey D.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
The majority of the day was spent sailing. We began at Sandy Spit and raced to the West End of Tortola. Unfortunately, at the start of the race we lost our dinghy, so we had to forfeit. We spent three hours at port but did not get to fill our water tanks. After our time at port we had another race to Great Harbor. We lost. Once we finally anchored we ate a delicious meal of Mexican food, although sadly we did not catch an seagulls this time.

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Day 17

2007-07-05T22:00:00.002-07:00

Author: Andrew S.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today we woke up super early for a fun filled race day. The first race was 45 min and we were neck and neck for second place (we eventually tied). The second race of the day was an intense race filled with tacking. Even though we have the heavier, larger boat because we are the dive boat, we managed to pull out second place again. It was super-duper close. Then we had an amazing Mexican fiesta and we finished the day with Lifeworks.

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Day 17

2007-07-05T22:00:00.001-07:00

Author: Thomas J.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today was a very fun day. All the ActionQuest monohulls raced twice. We were the youngest boat, but we won both times. The wind today was strong, but not so strong that we had to cancel the races. It did not rain all day, which was also nice for racing. As you might have guessed, the bet thing that happened to our boat today was winning the two races.

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Day 17

2007-07-05T22:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Brian R.
Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today we woke up and had oatmeal for breakfast. After that we had the first of two races. The first race was a drag race in which we tied for second place. After the race we docked at West End and ate there. Once we left there the second race began which included a series of tacks to get to Great Harbor. The weather was really nice, the wind was very hard and there were big waves that splashed all over our boat. Dinner was Mexican night which was good.

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July 4 Directors Update

2007-07-05T14:32:00.001-07:00

Mike Meighan catches us up on the happenings in the ActionQuest BVI programs, in addition to some of the happenings in the world wide programs we offer. Lots of details on the sailing, diving and general adventures of the fleet who are circumnavigating the BVI's. The group is currently on the north side of the island anchored behind a little sliver of sand aptly names Sandy Spit.

Day 16

2007-07-04T22:00:00.007-07:00

Author: Paul Y.
Location: Sandy Spit, Green Cay
The weather was beautiful today. We woke up and had the most glorious pancakes ever. We all went to work after we got cleaned up and motored to Sandy Spit, where we went for a fun dive. Then we had lunch, chicken salad sandwiches and peanut butter sandwiches. Then we went for a photo dive, it was fun. Then we came back and went to the beach where we played baseball. Then we came back and had dinner, rice and beans and hot dogs. Then we had a Lifeworks where we al talked about our goals and what we want to do in life. It was a good day.

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Day 16

2007-07-04T22:00:00.006-07:00

Author: Jake T.
Location: Sandy Spit, Green Cay
Today we went scuba diving twice. Everyone was really tired from the hike the day before. The dives were really good and some of us saw a lot of pufferfish. Later in the day we went to the beach and swam. We had a Lifeworks evening where we talked about our goals and then we made cookies and went to sleep.

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Day 16

2007-07-04T22:00:00.005-07:00

Author: Sarah M.
Location: Sandy Spit, Green Cay
Today was a beautiful day in paradise. We had a short sail during the day then had a full boat clean up. While anchored at Sandy Spit Mike came over for dinner, which was hot dogs, corn bread, black beans, and rice, and brownies for desert. The Rescue crew then took their AQ scenario test and the Dolphins had Lifeworks.

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Day 16

2007-07-04T22:00:00.004-07:00

Author: Claire R.
Location: Sandy Spit, Green Cay
Today we sailed to Sandy Spit and had fun. During the sail we practiced sail racing and tacking. Then we went to swim. It was cloudy all day and cold. We reviewed for our test going over knots and general information. During the sail chat we talked about buoys and lights. We had beans and wieners for dinner. Happy 4th of July. Andrea sang an awesome national anthem.

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Day 16

2007-07-04T22:00:00.003-07:00

Author: Michael
Location: Sandy Spit, Green Cay
We sailed to an island near Tortola. Weather conditions were good. Strong winds. Divemasters dove and had fun.

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Day 16

2007-07-04T22:00:00.002-07:00

Author: Anna M.
Location: Sandy Spit, Green Cay
Today we all got to sleep in a little later after everything we did yesterday. After pancakes for breakfast we al went sailing and did sail drills. We practiced for the big race tomorrow. Everyone was assigned jobs so it would be easier to win. We were at Green Cay for lunch and then we did more sail drills. We ended up at Sandy Spit and we played on the beach. We celebrated July 4th for dinner and had a brownie cake. Tonight we had a Lifeworks forum. It was a whole lot of fun today.

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Day 16

2007-07-04T22:00:00.001-07:00

Author: Eddie W.
Location: Sandy Spit, Green Cay
Today we went from Sidney's Peace and Love with rather good sailing weather. We then made our way over to Green Cay. We hung out at the beach. At night we had our final sail chat. The main thing we did today was practice for a sailing race tomorrow. The funniest part of the day was when Musgrave and Emeraude had a huge chicken war. Overall today was more of a preparation day for what is going to happen tomorrow.

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Day 16

2007-07-04T22:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Brook E.
Location: Sandy Spit, Green Cay
Today we sailed for most of the day, practicing different drills and getting evaluated on our skills. After a long day of sailing we arrived at a small island called Sandy Spit. Our boat had a full cleaning routine and could not go to the beach until we were done. So we quickly cleaned up so we could enjoy the beach. Once we were all there we hung out in the water, played some football, and had an overall great time.

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Day 15

2007-07-03T22:00:00.005-07:00

Author: Sascha C.
Location: Sidney's, Jost van Dyke
From Cane Garden Bay we sailed to Sandy Cay. While we were in Cane Garden Bay we went on a huge, beautiful hike to the top of the BVI. We started off at 6:45am and went till 1:15pm. Once everyone was back on the boat we sailed to Sandy Cay and had amazing sand castle contests. Cedar won by making a goat with Victor's head on it. From Sandy Cay we sailed to Jost van Dyke and the night ended with a BBQ and live band dance.

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Day 15

2007-07-03T22:00:00.004-07:00

Author: Dennis H.
Location: Sidney's, Jost van Dyke
This was quite a hardcore day, we had to wake up at 6am and go on a long hike up the tallest mountain in Tortola- Mt. Sage. The hike was fantastic, the views incredible. The weather was fine, hot as usual although there was a significant lack of wind. I found the best part of the day was the hike, very refreshing. Then we had a sand castle building competition. As skipper I found the day very nice.

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Day 15

2007-07-03T22:00:00.003-07:00

Author: David L.
Location: Sidney's, Jost van Dyke
Today we woke up early to begin the hike of Mt. Sage. The hike went well, although it was very strenuous. Afterwards most of us had cheeseburgers in paradise from the Jimmy Buffett song. That night we ate BBQ and danced at Sidney's Peace and Love while listening o a live reggae band. Bon Voyage!

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Day 15

2007-07-03T22:00:00.002-07:00

Author: Brian
Location: Sidney's, Jost van Dyke
We got up early and hiked Mt. Sage. It was very difficult, but Cedar dominated and persevered. Some members of the ship did it barefoot as well (me). After that we had a sandcastle building contest and of course won with our Victor goat. After that we had a sweet BBQ at Sidney's and danced the night away. Exciting day all around.

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Day 15

2007-07-03T22:00:00.001-07:00

Author: Davis N.
Location: Sidney's, Jost van Dyke
Today we went to Sidney's Peace and Love. But at the start of the day we hiked Mt. Sage. It was hard but most of the people made it. When we came down we had food at the place where Jimmy Buffett wrote Cheeseburger in Paradise. After we ate we went to a beach and had a sand castle contest. We have so much Ting onboard that we made a Ting can. We didn't win but it was fun. That night w went to a concert at Sidney's Peace and Love. Both Eddie and David fell asleep.

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Day 15

2007-07-03T22:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Katie G.
Location: Sidney's, Jost van Dyke
Today was quite interesting! First thing was rise and shine to a nice hike to Mt. Sage. Mt. Sage is a long, site-seeing hike. It may be difficult, but the view was definitely a sight. After the hike we got to eat lunch at a restaurant which had great cheeseburgers, and where Jimmy Buffet wrote Cheeseburgers in Paradise! After, we enjoyed a nice sail to Sandy Cay and had a sand castle building contest. Of course our boat was the best old school, "the turtle!!" We came in third! After that we motored to Jost van Dyke and had a party at Sidney's Peace and Love. We stayed and partied til eleven. Then we went to bed dreaming for another interesting adventure.

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Day 14

2007-07-02T22:00:00.008-07:00

Author: Julien B.
Location: Cane Garden Bay, Tortola
Today started off well, the divers got their certifications and had fun. Following the dive we went waterskiing/wakeboarding. At lunch a group of us went to the doctor's office but no one was hurt. The other group went sailing and played a treasure hunting game on the Picos. At the end of the day we sailed to a new place to spend the night.

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Day 14

2007-07-02T22:00:00.007-07:00

Author: Luca M.
Location: Cane Garden Bay, Tortola
Today we woke up at 7:30 and after eating oatmeal sailed away to Shark Point. At Shark Point we went for a dive and saw a huge lobster, a three foot long tarpon, and a dolphin! We then sailed to Cane Garden Bay and had dinner, where Mike joined us as a guest. The funniest part of the day was when a can of soda, half box of Chips Ahoy and a Butterfinger was purchased for $40. Shout out to my mom, the rest of my family, and my boy Johny O.

Day 14

2007-07-02T22:00:00.006-07:00

Author: Ryan B.
Location: Cane Garden Bay, Tortola
Today we woke up in Muskmellon Bay, then sailed to Brewers Bay and dove the pinnacle. Later, the Dolphins did a research dive at the same site. The Barracudas and Neptunes had a lecture on dive equiptment with Eliot then went on a dive at Shark Point. We then sailed to Cane Garden Bay where we are staying for the night.

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Day 14

2007-07-02T22:00:00.005-07:00

Author: Andy L.
Location: Cane Garden Bay, Tortola
We sailed to Brewers Bay today, the weather was nice and calm. We then had a search and recovery dive, which involved the shipmates having to find sixty one cents on the bottom of the ocean. After spending some time underwater, my buddy and I came up with twenty six cents. Amazingly, there was a dolphin very close to us and we swam with it, Jim was able to touch it. After some confusion in the galley, Brad took over and made an amazing peanut sauce and Asian chicken dish.

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Day 14

2007-07-02T22:00:00.004-07:00

Author: Mary N.
Location: Cane Garden Bay, Tortola
This morning we woke up at Sommer's Beach after a very fun beach cookout last night. We then returned to Muskmelon Bay where we watched a movie about the ocean, scuba/snorkeled, wakeboarded and skied, then sailed. All day it was warm and sunny. For breakfast we had oatmeal, for lunch we had tuna, and for dinner we had some delicious Thai chicken. Today was a really fun day!

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Day 14

2007-07-02T22:00:00.003-07:00

Author: Daniel E.
Location: Cane Garden Bay, Tortola
Today was the last rotation day of our trip. We began with waterskiing and wakeboarding. Next we too the Picos and had an extremely intense competition of collecting the floating treasure. We then spent an hour enjoying tuna fish sandwiches. As soon as the last dish was cleared be began diving. After disassembling our gear we traveled out of the bay and into Cane Garden Bay where we shall spend the night.

Day 14

2007-07-02T22:00:00.002-07:00

Author: Leah H.
Location: Cane Garden Bay, Tortola
Today was a great day. We started off at the beach where we had our cookout last night. We then went back to the bay where we spent the day yesterday for another rotation day. We skied, watched a great video about the reef, and went for a really beautiful dive. It was a special dive because all the divers on our boat got certified from it! Dinner was also amazing because we had really good Thai food. Overall, it was a wonderful day. I can't wait for our giant hike tomorrow.

Day 14

2007-07-02T22:00:00.001-07:00

Author: Tilly B.
Location: Cane Garden Bay, Tortola
Today we left Sommer's Beach early in the morning after which we began another rotation day. Our first rotation was Picoing, which was really great fun. After that the Vegas went diving while the Questers either Pico'ed or skied. After lunch all of us went waterskiing/wakeboarding/kneeboarding. During our last rotation we sailed over to Cane Garden Bay, which was a nice easy sail.

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Day 14

2007-07-02T22:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Alicia C.
Location: Cane Garden Bay, Tortola
Today we started out with oatmeal and cleaned up quick for another day of rotations. I went over to Musgrave to help out until dinner. The Vegas left on home base dove to get their certification then left to wakeboard and watched a blue planet video. The other divemasters helped out with the Vegas and worked on dives to get their certification. We then all came back together to motor to Cane Garden Bay. We had a great dinner. During dinner Boomer finally pulled a joke that we've been waiting for all trip (!!!!!) Tonight we're going to work even more on our sailing certs and divemaster certs.

Day 13

2007-07-01T22:00:00.008-07:00

Author: Daria D.
Location: Sommer's Beach, Tortola
Today began with a healthy breakfast of scrambled eggs. With our stomachs full, the five Quest shipmates set out to begin our first community service projects: turtle tagging! This consists of gearing up in our snorkel attire, firing up a couple of dinghies, and slowly being pulled through the bay looking for sea turtles. Our Cedar dream team caught three turtles. They were successfully tagged and released. One had been tagged previously and we updated his data. The Vega side of Cedar had a rotation day, which included a morning scuba dive, followed by wakeboarding and Pico sailing. We reunited for a cookout with all the ActionQuest boats on the beach. Another wonderful day here in the beautiful BVI!

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Day 13

2007-07-01T22:00:00.007-07:00

Author: Duggan E.
Location: Sommer's Beach, Tortola
Today we woke up in Muskmellon Bay and skied, then sailed over the Sommers Beach. We then split into groups. The Dolphins went turtle tagging with Lifeworks and the Neptunes and Barracudas went to the beach with the rescue divers to learn some rescue skills. Afterwards, we came back together and headed to the beach for a BBQ. On the beach we played team building games and our boat won the sand building competition and the reverse tug of war. Then we came back to the boat, took showers, and went to sleep.

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Day 13

2007-07-01T22:00:00.006-07:00

Author: Will P.
Location: Sommer's Beach, Tortola
We began the day by diving in Muskmellon Bay, then skiing/wakeboarding. After breakfast, the Dolphins headed to the Lifeworks boat to go turtle tagging. The Neptunes went to the beach to observe a Rescue Diving demonstration. The funniest part of the day was when our trampoline broke and had to be replaced.

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Day 13

2007-07-01T22:00:00.005-07:00

Author: Brooke G.
Location: Sommer's Beach, Tortola
Today was a good day, we had a sweet sail and I steered the boat. The rescue group practiced rescues, then taught the other divers some rescue techniques, it went really well. We then went back to the boat to shower and then returned to the beach for a BBQ and team games. Go Alexandrans!! After the BBQ we went back to the boat and had a dance party and went to bed.

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Day 13

2007-07-01T22:00:00.004-07:00

Author: Andrea B.
Location: Sommer's Beach, Tortola
Fuimos en la manana a esquiar en agua y wakeboard! Aunque tengo un moreton enorme! Pero bueno despues fuimos a Cedar! Y estuvimos practicando con los Picos! Despues fuimos a busear! Come 50 pies! Me acorde mucho de ti Mami no en tomado muchos fotos pa siempre estamos mojadas! Ann y sabias a todo el tiempo estamos nadando con tiburones! Esta knon pero lono los quiero Mami y Papi y familia me la estoy pasando incre!!

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Day 13

2007-07-01T22:00:00.003-07:00

Author: Kelsey B.
Location: Sommer's Beach, Tortola
Today was another amazing day here at ActionQuest. To start the day off we had a video about sea life, and diving. The Carinas and Barracudas went diving on the sand highway and at the bottom we got to play with eggs. Tonight was our second beach BBQ. We had so much fun in the games which challenged our minds to beat every other boat!! Stay tuned for more logs about our adventure here!
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Day 13

2007-07-01T22:00:00.002-07:00

Author: Alfredo R.
Location: Sommer's Beach, Tortola
Today was a rotation day in which we did scuba diving, waterskiing/wakeboarding, watched a marine biology movie, and motored to Sommer's Beach. We started off the day with oatmeal and quickly moved onto the mooring at the scuba site and prepared our gear. The Quest people also did something interesting which was turtle tagging. After the diving rotation we moved on to waterskiing and wakeboarding. After that we had lunch which was mac and cheese. We then went to Watermelon and watched a marine biology movie. Right after that we went back to our boat and motored to Sommer's Beach where we had a beach BBQ. There we also had games and the funniest one was in which we dug Claudia in the sand.

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Day 13

2007-07-01T22:00:00.001-07:00

Author: Olivia B.
Location: Sommer's Beach, Tortola
Today we had a rotation day. And of course I'm skipper, so I get a hammock! I broke open my knee again so I didn't go diving, but I went waterskiing. Then we had a BBQ! That was so much fun!

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Day 13

2007-07-01T22:00:00.000-07:00

Author: Shane H-C
Location: Sommer's Beach, Tortola
Ahoy mate! We just dropped anchor at Sommer's Beach. Today, we just dropped anchor at Sommer's Beach. Today, as usual, was another fun filled rotation day! We started off the day with delicious blueberry muffins baked by our very own Emily at 5am this morning. Apparently someone didn't get enough sleep last night. We then dove at a magnificent site called Sand Highway. Though we were not able to stay on the highway long we were lucky enough to see a stingray before we took the Tengger exit. Then we wakeboarded and Pico'ed. Boomer even joined us wakeboarding! Tonight we will dine under the stars for a beach BBQ! Until next time, cheers mate!

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Day 12

2007-06-30T22:00:00.008-07:00

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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Day 12

2007-06-30T22:00:00.007-07:00

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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Day 12

2007-06-30T22:00:00.006-07:00

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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Day 12

2007-06-30T22:00:00.005-07:00

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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Day 12

2007-06-30T22:00:00.004-07:00

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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Day 12

2007-06-30T22:00:00.003-07:00

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.

Day 12

2007-06-30T22:00:00.002-07:00

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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Day 12

2007-06-30T22:00:00.001-07:00

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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Day 12

2007-06-30T22:00:00.000-07:00

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.

Day 11

2007-06-29T22:00:00.008-07:00

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.

Day 11

2007-06-29T22:00:00.007-07:00

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.

Day 11

2007-06-29T22:00:00.006-07:00

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.

Day 11

2007-06-29T22:00:00.005-07:00

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.

Day 11

2007-06-29T22:00:00.004-07:00

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.

Day 11

2007-06-29T22:00:00.003-07:00

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.

Day 11

2007-06-29T22:00:00.002-07:00

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.

Day 11

2007-06-29T22:00:00.001-07:00

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.

Day 11

2007-06-29T22:00:00.000-07:00

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.

Day 10

2007-06-28T22:00:00.006-07:00

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.

Day 10

2007-06-28T22:00:00.005-07:00

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!

Day 10

2007-06-28T22:00:00.004-07:00

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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Day 10

2007-06-28T22:00:00.003-07:00

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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Day 10

2007-06-28T22:00:00.002-07:00

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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Day 10

2007-06-28T22:00:00.001-07:00

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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Day 10

2007-06-28T22:00:00.000-07:00

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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Day 9

2007-06-27T22:00:00.006-07:00

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.

Day 9

2007-06-27T22:00:00.005-07:00

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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Day 9

2007-06-27T22:00:00.004-07:00

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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Day 9

2007-06-27T22:00:00.003-07:00

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.

Day 9

2007-06-27T22:00:00.002-07:00

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.

Day 9

2007-06-27T22:00:00.001-07:00

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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Day 9

2007-06-27T22:00:00.000-07:00

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.

Day 8

2007-06-26T22:00:00.005-07:00

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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Day 8

2007-06-26T22:00:00.004-07:00

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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Day 8

2007-06-26T22:00:00.003-07:00

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.

Day 8

2007-06-26T22:00:00.002-07:00

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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Day 8

2007-06-26T22:00:00.001-07:00

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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