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Early in the evening yesterday, after successfully refuelling the station, we welcomed the remaining 11 outgoing Davis winters and those who had gone ashore to assist with resupply to the MPV Everest. The final barge load containing the refuelling equipment returned to the ship and was loaded on board. The watercraft operators then ascended the Jacobs ladder, followed by the barge, lifted from the water on the hook of the 250 tonne crane, onto the deck for securing, thus signalling the completion of the Davis Resupply. The deck crew then went about doing their final checks and securing the deck for our departure.
At 21:00 the Master of the MPV Everest and the Voyage leader contacted the Davis Station Leader thanking her and her team for their efforts over the past 14 days, this also indicated it was time for us to say goodbye. At 21:10 we departed the bay where we had arrived on the 23rd of February, and navigated our way out through the icebergs towards somewhat more open waters, for the next instalment of Voyage 2, Mawson. We wish the team at Davis all the best for the coming winter and would like to thank everyone, both Australian Antarctic Program Personnel and MPV Everest crew, for their efforts in what has been a successful resupply of Davis Research Station.
This morning has been fairly quiet with many enjoying a well earnt rest after their efforts during our time at Davis. Personnel new to the ship are finding their way around and settling in to their new home. Up on the bridge and out on the snow covered decks expeditioners watched the bergy bits pass by us as we continued our passage. Cape Petrels, Southern Fulmars and Skuas have graced us with their presence as they follow the ship. This evening we will recommence with our plans for our arrival at Mawson. However, before this, at 5pm, we will turn our watches back 2 hours so we come into alignment with the time at Mawson.
REGARDS: Andy, Jenn and Lauren
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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.