Information
Comments
The long awaited departure of V2 finally arrived, seeing us depart at 1900 on the 10th December, 2hrs earlier than scheduled. With muster and final briefing completed we set sail down the Derwent River. Despite the windy conditions, many people stayed outside to see the last sights of land disappear into the distance. For some onboard this will be the last time they see ice free land for 12 months. Unfortunately for us there was a low pressure system sitting off the edge of Tasmania which we headed straight into, ensuring a sleepless night for nearly all on board. The Master has altered our course slightly to try and make it as comfortable as possible on board while still trying to maintain the most direct course to Casey.
Despite the rough conditions we had a better than expected turn out for breakfast. Colin (first time Casey Winterer) earned ‘Breakfast catch of the day’ by balancing a full coffee mug and cereal bowl in both hands, after a 20 degree list propelled him and his chair for an unexpected ride across the width of the starboard side mess.
The Continuous Plankton Recorder (CPR) was deployed this morning and will continue to be towed behind the ship until we reach the ice. CPRs have been towed behind ships for over 70 years throughout the world as part of a long term monitoring study of planktonic community patterns.
Dessert of the Day (chosen by Anonymous Guest) : Pineapple Cheesecake
Review: Robust Crust, Light and Airy with subtle hints of pineapple.
A special thanks to everyone involved in seeing this voyage go ahead with as minimal delay as possible.
REGARDS: Sharon, Fred and Kerry
Map
A map showing Australia and Antarctica. The map shows the journey of one voyage that has occured in the season, with each route highlighted in a distinct colour.