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Rarely does one get to see the Southern Ocean as calm in the furious fifties as it is now. Expeditioners are making the most of the calm ride by enjoying the balmy 8 degrees on the outer decks. Some even commented that it was so calm that it didn’t even feel like they were waking up onboard a ship! This windless path between the weather systems we have found has allowed us to head on a direct south westerly route towards Casey, travelling around 12 knots, and bringing our anticipated arrival day as close as Friday.
The downside to these low wind conditions is the lack of seabird sightings, as seabirds use the winds to travel and therefore follow or precede frontal systems. Despite this, a Wandering and a Black Browed Albatross along with a White Headed Petrel were spotted today following the ship. On the other hand these conditions are perfect for whale sightings: some sharp eyed bridge dwellers spotted a possible pod of Killer whales and some Minke whales this morning.
Last night saw the retrieval of a successful first CPR and the deployment of a second. Dr John held a familiarisation/training medical session today for his medical team to assist them in becoming familiar with the ship’s surgery. Refuelling briefings also kicked off today.
Highlight of the Day: Appearance of Fruit Buns!! Can’t stop at one?
REGARDS: Sharon, Fred and Kerry
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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.