Day 20 28 Jul 2009
Author: Adam G.Location: West End, Tortola
Everyone aboard is sad that today was the last full day of our trip. However we won an extremely exciting race as we all donned face paint. Kevin also wore his Thai boxing dragon shorts. We've just finished cleaning the Royal Troon and are now walking around Soper's Hole. We will soon be enjoying our final BBQ at Pusser's. Tomorrow morning we will all be flying home.
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Day 19 27 Jul 2009
Author: Liam G.Location: The Bight, Norman Island
Today we woke up at the crack of dawn to leave Great Harbor for the coast of Salt Island, where we dove the wreck of the British mail steamer the RMS Rhone. We saw many fascinating things on the dive, including lobster, puffer fish, and a giant sea turtle. After taking in the sights we departed for the Bight and sailed through a small squall whilst Eddy and Justin showered on the swim step using the heavy rain as their shower.
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Day 18 26 Jul 2009
Author: Amanda E.Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today was a relaxing day as a whole. We started our day with breakfast burritos which included eggs and cheese. A couple of us enjoyed an early morning waterski/wakeboard across the calm waters of the cove. A bit later we motored to Road Town (the capital of the BVI) where we ate and shopped for two hours before heading back on a relaxing sail back to the cove. We ate dinner after showering and swimming around. Our evening activity was a sail chat after which we drifted off to sleep.
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Day 17 25 Jul 2009
Author: Edouard D.Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today was a big race day. Our first race was directed by me and was quite AWESOME (I did a good job). We had a little lunch at West End, where we had 2 hours 30 minutes of free time. Then Izzie was at the helm and we arrived 4th pretty sweet. And we had Mexican night.
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Day 16 24 Jul 2009
Author: Sarah D.Location: Sandy Spit, Green Cay
Today was mostly a sailing day. All twelve of us took our practical tests for our IYT sailing certifications. The practical included knowing and understanding the difference between a tack and a jibe, points of sail, and performing man overboards. Thankfully the weather was perfect, there was enough wind to provide enough speed for the boat but at the same time it was extremely hot. Picking the funiest part of the day would be difficult just because of the multiple jokes our boat makes.
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Day 15 23 Jul 2009
Author: Josh M.Location: Sidney's, Jost van Dyke
Today we woke up nice and early at around 5:45. We were shuttled over to Cane Garden Bay where Mike gave us a talk about the hike to the top of Mt. Sage- the highest point in the BVI. The Royal Troon was represented by Adam and I as we were the first Troonsmen to make it to the summit. After taking in the amazing view, we descended into Cane Garden Bay for some "Cheeseburgers in Paradise." Afterwards we went to Sandy Cay for the sand castle contest. Our goal was to create a dragon that shot coca cola and mentos out of it's mouth, but that didn't didn't work so well. Well, I'm going to go eat some BBQ. See you soon!
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Day 14 22 Jul 2009
Author: Alexandra E.Location: Cane Garden Bay, Tortola
Today we had another really fun rotation day! We started with scuba diving, where we saw tons of very cool animals and a shark. After the dive we were all certified divers! Unfortunately we didn't get to Pico because of the rain but the waterskiing was very cool. When the rotations finished we started to sail to Cane Garden Bay. It was an awesome day!
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Day 13 21 Jul 2009
Author: Justin G.Location: Sommer's Beach, Tortola
Today was another rotation day. The Vegas completed the third open water dive while the Carinas did their deep dive to 80 feet. We later were taught how to tie a Turk's Head knot. Everybody now has stylish bracelets. Afterwards everybody went wakeboarding. Tonight we have a beach BBQ. We are looking forward to delicious hamburgers and pineapple juice.
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Day 12 20 Jul 2009
Author: Leah T.Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
Today was easily the most exciting day of our trip. Later than usual, we awoke to eat french toast and fruit salad. Unfortunately, our dive instructor Danielle left us for the day for a special dive. However, we were honored by the company of her sister, Roxy. The beginning of our day was calm compared to our afternoon. We split into groups, boys and girls, in order to practice for our upcoming pratical for the IYT cert. The girls sailed from Marina Cay to get us closer to our destination, and then switched with the boys, who though they hit some squalls, anchored successfully at White Bay, where we spent 45 minutes laying on the beautiful island. As we left the beach to practice our man overboards, we hit a storm. Our skipper Kevin steered us to safety. Luckily our sails were double reefed, though we did heel over so much that our lifelines touched the water. After anchoring we relaxed, for our plans had been changed with the weather. As Kevin ran around in our dinghy Buzz to check on the other boats, Danielle returned. The movie White Squall followed dinner, which concluded our day. In all, our day was action packed, filled with surprises and a few new experiences. No one went to sleep without a smile on their face.
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Day 11 19 Jul 2009
Author: Daniel S.Location: Marina Cay
Today went very smoothly. We went diving for the second open water dive. Once we were back on Royal we were sent to Serenity to relax for two hours. After lunch we sailed to Marina Cay and bought some food and souvenirs.
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Day 10 18 Jul 2009
Author: Ashley S.Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today we had a rotation day and had our first open water dive. It was very exciting for everyone. We then took the final exam for our scuba certification, and everyone passed! Shortly after we hung out on the boat waiting for our turn on the Picos (small sailboats). At the end of the day we had a lovely thanksgiving dinner prepared by Adam and Josh. We then drifted off to sleep thinking of the dive to come.
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Day 9 17 Jul 2009
Author: Isabel H.Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
We had another rotation day today. After waking to the sound of seagulls, we had our last confined water dive. Tomorrow will be our first open water dive. We are all very excited. We then moved on to the man overboard activity. After a quick lunch of PB+J we went waterskiing. Alex and I wrote an ActionQuest song, and sang it most of the day. We had an exceptionally good dinner and had a scuba chat. We then hung out on deck and fell asleep under a canopy of starry skies.
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Day 8 16 Jul 2009
Author: Adam G.Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Our 81 Beneteau (how dare you!!!) is currently floating off Vixen Point. We have been enjoying great weather and good food for Mexican night. Today was a rotation day and a quick dock at Leverick Bay. Many of us capsized our Picos while sailing them. We also enjoyed snorkeling near mangrove trees. During dinner Kevin rescued our dinghy in under one minute.
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Day 7 15 Jul 2009
Author: Liam G.Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today was a rotation day where we rotated boats at different times of the day to do different activities. The weather was nice with warm, gentle winds and the occasional cool breeze.
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Day 6 14 Jul 2009
Author: Amanda E.Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we sailed to Anegada and back. The wind was blowing pretty hard. The beach in Anegada had water that was a bright blue green color. It was a relaxing day except when a fender fell off the boat and we had to do a man overboard drill. The funniest part of the day was throwing fruit off the back of the boat and having seagulls catch it in midair.
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Day 5 12 Jul 2009
Author: Edouard D.Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today it was a rotation day. So in the morning we went scuba diving (the first time for the most of us). After we went to learn how to drive a dinghy (Cupcake) and how to do knots. We had a sandwich for lunch, and after we had to go waterskiing or wakeboarding, and finally we went windsurfing. P.S. an exhausting day!
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Day 4 11 Jul 2009
Author: Sarah D.Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
The water today was much calmer than yesterday when the wind was blowing a ton. Today was also obviously very hot and sunny but it was still enjoyable. We visited the Baths, which are large rocks that make cool little caves filled with coral and barnacles. One of the most exciting things to do there was to jump off of this big tall rock into the water. After visiting the Baths we made our first docking as a team. While at the dock we had a few hours of free time to wander and go to the shops.
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Day 3 11 Jul 2009
Author: Josh MLocation: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we woke up at about 6:30 to a delicious breakfast of scrambled eggs and muffins. We picked up anchor and departed for our conquest sail of the trip. Kevin and Danielle taught us the "ropes" (no pun intended) and we picked up a mooring ball on Cooper Island for a lunch of PB+J. The wind was at a strong 15 knots and we quickly made our way to Savanna Bay tp drop anchor. We just finished a dinner of pasta alfredo and salad. I have to to Watermelon for my dive session. Love you and I'm having a great time!
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Day 2 10 Jul 2009
Author: Alexandra E.Location: The Bight, Norman Island
Today when we woke up we went for our swim test. We have to swim and then stay in the water for ten minutes. After the talk the sailing started. It was our first sailing ride, it was a lot of fun and very interesting. When we arrived to the Caves after lunch we went snorkeling! We saw tons of schools of thousands of tiny fish, it was great!
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Day 1 9 Jul 2009
Author: Kevin J.Location: West End, Tortola
Session two is upon us. Session one went so fast and now I have twelve, new, shy, quiet, and uncertain shipmates walking down the dock. If this crew met my last crew they would know what a life changing adventure they are in for. Instead they will have to learn this for themselves. But then that's the experience I guess. I'm excited for this new crew and each unique member who adds his or her own special blend of character and personality to the group. There is one thing left behind for this new crew- a flag bought by my first amazing crew and left to fly again. Each member signed the flag and now a new crew will get the chance to fly the flag and when they leave, sign and leave their mark upon Royal Troon. Now it's time for a crew muster- skipper Kevin, dive instructor/first mate Danielle, gallant crew: Josh, Alexandra, Justin, Leah, Daniel, Ashley, Isabel, Adam, Liam, Amanda, Edouard, Sarah.
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