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The 'Southern Ocean Experience' continued yesterday afternoon as massive walls of water did their best to spoil any chance of an afternoon siesta without the aid of lashing ropes or kit bags to keep you secured in your bunk. But as the weather moved over us and the winds took on a more south easterly flow late in afternoon, things started to look up. The ship moved on to a north westerly course and speed increased. The wind and the swell were now on the stern and finally speeding up our progress.
Turning across the swell to get on the new course had its moment, even with proper securing some commando rolls were required to save some equipment from hitting the deck. The new course allowed for a relatively comfortable night last night, with most people aboard thankful for the short respite.
The respite wasn't to last as the wind swung around again to the north west this morning, with another low pressure system crossing our path. So it was back into the pounding routine once more, all be it less of a hammering than yesterday.
Preparations continue at a feverish pace to ensure everyone is prepared for the marine science trials, with meetings held regarding safety and operational procedures being held frequently. Upper deck work is clearly not happening at the moment, but there is a lot of activity happening internal to the ship to ensure that as soon as we get the right conditions of Tasmania we are ready to deploy our gear and get into the trials program.
All aboard 'enjoying' the experience and everyone still trying to get that monster wall of water photo. And yes, Alfie and Gus, the dogs, are taking it in their stride.
Regards
Rob and Aaron.
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