Information

Vessel:
Happy Diamond
Report (sitrep) ID:
20947
Universal time (UTC):
01:00
Australian time (AEST):
12:00
Position:
62° 36′ S, 100° 35′ E
Heading:
280
Speed:
12.0 kn
Distance in last 24 hours:
158 NM
Weather conditions:
Wind N 15 kts,, cloudy with occasional periods of sun
Air temperature:
2 °C
Sea conditions:
Swell 1.5m, wave 0.5 m confused, occasional iceberg
Sea temperature:
3 °C

Comments

We continue to make steady progress towards Davis after encountering some heavy pack ice during the night. We are currently sailing in open water and it is quite surreal sitting at my desk looking out the window and the occasional iceberg meanders past in the distance. We have a comfortable though slightly larger swell than we have had since our departure from Casey.

Last night was movie night. Popcorn and chocolate were in abundance as we settled into the Recreation Room to watch the film. We were also entertained by the chocolate and popcorn slowly vibrating across the coffee table in synch with the ship's engines.

We gained one more hour of sleep last night. We are now at 3 hours behind Hobart. One more change until we are on Davis time.

Cheers
Leanne and Jacob

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