Day 20 28 Jul 2009
Author: Devon B.Location: West End, Tortola
We started the day with cookies and cereal for breakfast and then dressed up in preparation for the race. We specially created T-shirts for the race complete with our boat name and nicknames, we also wore intimidation paint on our faces; once we were all ready, we raised the main and began the race. We finished fourth and were all proud of ourselves. Directly following the race we began to very thoroughly clean our entire boat, it took most of the afternoon. We finished the day with a well deserved barbeque and are now dreading going to sleep because it is our last night.
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Day 19 27 Jul 2009
Author: Paige B.Location: The Bight, Norman Island
This morning we had banana pancakes for breakfast then got to go wakeboarding. We then took our sailing theory and practical exams which were very nerve racking. Our theory exams consisted of a multiple choice test on all we've learned about sailing. Our practical was out on the water where we were met with good weather which was a plus as we all took turns at the helm. The weather turned rainy towards the end of the day as we headed to Norman Island where we spent the night on a mooring ball.
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Day 18 26 Jul 2009
Author: Adam T.Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
The morning was spent continuing our passage from St. Barths to the BVI's. Calm seas and light wind were a constant. We eventually spotted land and arrived back in the BVI's around 0930. Although everyone was tired from the long night before, some sailing still needed to be done. After clearing customs in Spanish Town we sailed to Great Harbor, Peter Island where we anchored once again with the rest of the Action Quest fleet.
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Day 17 25 Jul 2009
Author: Kagen J.Location: Underway to BVI
We left St. Barths this morning at 1000 and motored to a small island nearby called Ile Fourche, it looks similar to the moon. Most people explored, Zinho, Ryan and Carlos filmed an episode of "All Aboard" and others napped. After a delicious lunch of sandwiches, we began our 20 hour sail back to the BVI's. We have now finished five hours out of 20 to reach our destination.
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Day 16 24 Jul 2009
Author: Ariadne S.Location: St. Barths
Today we rented surf boards and spent the day at the beach surfing and relaxing. The beach was abandoned except for the 13 of us, which made the day that much more special and fun. After the beach we cruised around Gustavia for one last time and then had a great dinner back on board. I ate so much. It was a good day!
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Day 15 23 Jul 2009
Author: Zinho D.Location: St. Barths
Today we had free time for the majority of the day, the town of Gustavia is very nice and very European. We had crepes for lunch and had a good time walking around in all the expensive shops. We also waited for 1.5 hours for Totem, the surf shop, to open, only to realize it was closed all day. We had dinner at an amazing burger place called Le Select, truly cheeseburgers in paradise. They were amazingly awesome tasty yummy in our tummy burgers.
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Day 14 22 Jul 2009
Author: Zinho D.Location: St Barths
We left at 0300 and sailed all day to St Barthelemy, or St Barths. We saw many flying fish along the way, the wind was strong and the waves quite big, we got splashed a few times. Thanks to the strong wind we sailed very fast, 12 knots max, and we arrived in St Barths around 1600. It was a great day and I am having fun!
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Day 13 21 Jul 2009
Author: Ryan M.Location: Antigua
Today we explored English Harbor and the historic Fort Berkley on its outskirts. We then prepared for yet another passage while we eagerly looked forward to our next adventure of getting up and 3 a.m. to make our way to St Barths.
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Day 12 20 Jul 2009
Author: Carlos M.Location: Antigua
Today we woke up very early (5 a.m.) and headed to Antigua, a very cool and peaceful island. We saw some neat boats in the harbor and were offered pizza delivered by a man on a jet ski, it was awesome! We then came on to the dock, showered, and got ready for a cool party at Shirley Heights. The cheeseburgers were great and we danced until we were very tired. It has been an awesome day!
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Day 11 19 Jul 2009
Author: Katie D.Location: Montserrat
Today we woke up and had pancakes for breakfast. After breakfast we went to the volcano observatory and watched a short film on the history of the active volcano on this island. We then had a quick tour of a beach and the small towns on Montserrat, including the grocery store and pharmacy. We then had lunch and headed back to the boat, the boys opted to go aboard and swim while the girls stayed on shore to explore. We then showered, had dinner, and a sail chat.
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Day 10 18 Jul 2009
Author: Olivia B.Location: Montserrat
This morning we had some free time on Nevis then headed back to the boat to prepare for a passage to Montserrat. Once underway we did a sailing circle and learned all the different points of sail, then continued on to our destination. During the passage most of us made turkshead bracelets and slept. We ended the day with summertime Thanksgiving and it was amazing.
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Day 9 17 Jul 2009
Author: Devon B.Location: Nevis
We started the day off with scrambled eggs then quickly set off to explore Nevis. We went as a group to Shirley Heights, an old plantation converted to resort, where we spent the day. Most of us hiked the Source, a fresh water spring high up Mt Nevis that supplies much of Nevis with running water. Although the hike was challenging and slippery it was very much worth it; others in the group chilled by the pool all day. After the hike, we had some pool time and then headed back to the boat to get ready for dinner on shore. We had dinner on the beach at Sunshines where they provided a delicious barbeque dinner followed by a bonfire and dancing.
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Day 8 16 Jul 2009
Author: Paige B.Location: Statia
We had a free day to explore Statia, just what everyone needed. The Steppin Up crew was all over the place with three diving the Charlie Brown, two brave souls hiking The Quill, and the rest of us hitting the town for ice cream, Chinese food and relaxation under the bright, sunny sky. After a great day, we headed back to the boat, refilled our water tanks, then sailed through sunset to our next destination, Nevis.
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Day 7 15 Jul 2009
Author: Adam T.Location: Statia
In an attempt to conquer Statia in only one day, we tried to leave Saba early and arrive in Statia as early as possible. However, rain and weather delayed our departure and squalls plus wind shifts slowed our sail, overall we arrived in Statia about an hour and a half later than expected. This did not allow for the one day conquest, but it did allow our activities to be spread out over two days resulting in a chance to slow down and appreciate all the Statia has to offer. Today's leisurely exploration of the town was enjoyed by the crew and we all look forward to tomorrow's hike and dive.
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Day 6 14 Jul 2009
Author: Kagan J.Location: Saba
Today we spent the day on Saba visiting the island's towns and people (not hiking). Everyone visited Jo Beans bead shop where Jo makes beads and figurines out of glass, while we were there, Jo taught and allowed us to make our own beads. The rest of the day we cruised around town and enjoyed eating food on shore for the first time in four days. After dinner we had the experience of saving a can of shaving cream from the ocean, helping the sea animals as well as our legs.
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Day 5 13 Jul 2009
Author: Ariadne S.Location: Saba
After a long 14 hour passage from the BVI's, we finally arrived in Saba. We had a quick rest while Torin cleared customs and then broke straight into a big day. The day turned out to be agony, yet very satisfying. We hiked to the top of Saba from sea level, an altitude of over 2500 ft. The hike was very strenuous but the end product was rewarding. While the "scenic" tip was not quite scenic due to the clouds, the fact that we had accomplished such a foreboding task was an amazing feeling for all the shipmates who conquered the mountain. Although I was not able to complete the hike due to a cut on my foot, I am so proud of the rest of the group.
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The Baths, Virgin Gorda 12 Jul 2009
Author: Nicolas CLocation:
Today we traveled to Spanish Town to pick up supplies. We stayed there for about two hours then motored to The Baths. We snorkeled at the baths and spent an hour exploring on shore. We then returned to Steppin Up to get ready for our first passage to Saba. The weather was fair all day, Spanish Town was really hot, and snorkeling at the Baths was the best part of the day.
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Savannah Bay, Virgin Gorda 11 Jul 2009
Author: Zinho DLocation:
Today, right after breakfast, we sailed to Roadtown to further ready our boat for departure from the BVI's. The weather was great for sailing! After Roadtown we motored to Savannah Bay for the night, although it rained a bit on the way, it was nice anyways. After we anchored we had dinner, pasta, then chilled and slept. It was a good day.
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The Bight, Norman Island 10 Jul 2009
Author: Ryan MLocation:
Today we left the dock at Soper's Hole and sailed to Norman Island. The sea was rough starting out but then flattened and we had smooth sailing. Once we arrived at Norman Island we went snorkeling at the caves and then had dinner.
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Arrival 9 Jul 2009
Author: Adam TLocation:
Everyone flew in from various parts of the world (mostly U.S.) and were then introduced to our catamaran Steppin Up. The crew as a whole is very happy to be here.
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