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Last night at 2046 the first iceberg was officially recognised. Brian was the winner of the sweep. There have been a number of different sized bergs throughout the day. From quite large to bits of ice in the water – when I say bits, they are probably the size of a small boat.
Another happening last night was the presentation by the ANARE Club representative on board. Prior to the AAp (Australian Antarctic program) we were known as ANARE (Australian National Antarctic Research Expeditions). It was under ANARE that the ANARE Club was born as a way to keep expeditioners in touch with each other. There are about 1,000 members and each year Midwinter Dinners in a number of states are organised which enables past & present expeditioners to catch up in person and talk about their experiences in Antarctica and the sub Antarctic.
A short while ago an announcement over the PA was made that there were whales off the port side. A number of expeditioners made it to the heli deck to see a pod of pilot whales swimming past the ship. It was a little cool outside but it did not stop us getting some fresh air and watching nature move past. Amazing that we are in such a large ocean and occasionally we are in the right place at the right time to see some incredible wildlife.
Today's training is in the use of VHF radios.
Cheers
Leanne, Simon and Amy
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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.