Day 16 15 Aug 2009
Author: Neej P.Location: West End, Tortola
We started at the Bight and raced to West End, we finished in dead last! We also almost got caught in a crab trap. We got to West End and cleaned like crazy! Finally, we had a nice BBQ!
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Day 15 15 Aug 2009
Author: Anton K.Location: The Bight, Norman Island
There was a storm last night and the wind was really strong. In the morning we kneeboarded (the wind and waves made skiing and boarding impossible) and we got some nice air off waves. Then we went over to Road Town and the waves in the channel were huge. We sailed with a reefed jib and still hit intense speeds. In Road Town we either had lunch at the marina restaurant or at a little Chinese restaurant. We motorsailled to the Bight. We then took an awesome salt water shower.
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Day 14 13 Aug 2009
Author: Molly B.Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today we slept in later than usual, and once we were finished with breakfast we took our sailing exams and motored over to Salt Island and then went scuba diving at the Rhone, which we all found amazing. Once we were done we had lunch and went snorkeling with Barney the barracuda! Then we dried off and went on a hike at Salt Island. We learned some history about the island and saw some incredible views. Afer our hike we sailed for a little and returned to Great Harbor.
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Day 13 12 Aug 2009
Author: Fritz S.Location: Great Harbor, Peter Island
Today we had the Pringles Cup. Everybody on the boat was in good spirits and we got the best starting position. The race began with us in the lead but Patty J. took over and won. We came in second place. Everyone was very satisfied with that. After everyone much enjoyed the store at port. We sailed to Great Harbor, Peter Island, ending at the perfect time with Ocean Star coming in and putting everyone in awe.
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Day 12 11 Aug 2009
Author: Nicolas C.Location: Sandy Spit, Green Cay
We started out with a normal rotation day and ended out with a blast. Most of us went kneeboarding and had some pretty amazing falls. Our next rotation was a sail chat where we talked about boat hulls and sea markers. After that we made a cool bracelet or anklet. A while later we went scuba diving and got our open water certification. We went sailing to an island that is not even a square mile big. P.S. the chefs were good.
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Day 11 10 Aug 2009
Author: Marella T.Location: Sommer's Beach, Tortola
Today we had a rotation day. First we watched the Blue Planet which was very interesting, then we went waterskiing, wakeboarding, and kneeboarding. Following that we sailed Picos and we played pirates and some people jumped off the boats. After we had lunch we went scuba diving which was really fun, and it rained like five times. Now we are going to go to the beach party and play the Game of Life.
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Day 10 9 Aug 2009
Author: Sequoia C.Location: Muskmelon Bay, Guana Island
For breakfast today we had pancakes, which Reese really enjoyed. After breakfast half of everyone stayed on deck while everyone else went down below to learn knots. After lunch the groups switched and two hours later everyone was sitting off the side watching the huge waves. After we anchored everybody played cards and watched the stars.
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Day 9 8 Aug 2009
Author: Jack C.Location: Marina Cay
It did not rain today and the wind was modest. On the sail to Marina Cay the crew participated well and Anton did a phenomenal job steering the boat. There were small waves as well. The advance group and the regular group went open water diving today and were in awe of some of the fish.
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Day 8 7 Aug 2009
Author: Reese G.Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
Today we woke up to delicious oatmeal. Then we took our dive test. Next we sailed the Picos After we practiced hooking onto a mooring ball. Then we ate a lot of scrumptious grilled cheese. After that satisfying meal we went out on our first open water dive. We saw a lot of cool fish and moon jellies. Next it was time to shower. We then ate a yummy caesar salad for dinner. After we cleaned up the boat and people came over for Lifeworks. Finally we finished off the night with cards and late night talking.
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Day 7 6 Aug 2009
Author: Evan S.Location: Mountain Point, Virgin Gorda
We went sailing and wakeboarding, practiced man overboards while sailing, and did a really fun confined water dive and saw a small octopus. We heard about navigation and learned a ton of diver skills. Some went on a night dive and saw a lot of fish.
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Day 6 5 Aug 2009
Author: Alec C.Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we sailed around. We practiced tacking and jibing in easy and rough weather. We went into a port for an hour. At 6pm we loaded into Azul and headed for shore. We stayed at the party until eleven. The music was extremely loud and fun.
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Day 5 4 Aug 2009
Author: Sequoia C.Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
Today we started the day by sailing on Rhodes and Picos in the Sound near the beach. After that we spent a long time windsurfing and just sitting on the beach. We ate tortilla soup for lunch, and after lunch we went diving. Dinner was macaroni and cheese, and after we had a dive chat.
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Day 4 3 Aug 2009
Author: Neej P.Location: Vixen Point, Gorda Sound
We began our day by motoring to the Baths. At first glance (outside), it looks very boring! But when we got there our mouths dropped! The cave was full of crystal clear water. The Baths also had an air pocket, a diving rock, and lots more! After that we sailed over to Spanishtown (nobody speaks Spanish there!). We got about two hours of free time. When we got done there we sailed to Vixen Point. There we ate our dinner with Jim, played cards, and washed dishes. To end the day we had a scuba chat! It was a great day!
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Day 3 2 Aug 2009
Author: Anton K.Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
First rotation day of the trip! First we went waterskiing/wakeboarding/kneeboarding, while the ones who didn't tied docklines and fenders. Next we went to the beach and swam, then took a hike to the windward side of the island. Then after lunch we went scuba diving. Good weather today, hopefully we'll have another rain free night.
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Day 2 1 Aug 2009
Author: Molly B.Location: Savanna Bay, Virgin Gorda
Today we sailed from the west end of Tortola to Savanna Bay in Virgin Gorda. Once we anchored we hung out for a while, and then we took our first ocean shower, which many of us enjoyed. After dinner we had our first dive chat! At night we had no rain, but a lot of wind!
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