2010 Trip 2 - Pacific Swift

The intrepid port watch rose early to weigh anchor and slip our
stern line from the cliffs of Teakearne Arm. They did an excellent job
and had us underway in time to catch the best of the days breeze,
already being enjoyed by bald eagles soaring in search of breakfast. All
hands were roused before breakfast and sail after sail was set in the
golden morning sun. Though sleepy, everyone was happy to see their work
spread aloft in the drawing canvas as we bid farewell to Desolation on
our first big leg southbound. The breeze held fair and we were able to
set all sail, with only the heavy storm trysail remaining in it´s
resting place. It was our best sail of the trip and lasted till mid
afternoon when the wind fell light. Shortly thereafter we came to rest
in Tribune Bay, Hornby Island. The juniors wrote their exams today and
hopes are high for success with many good study sessions and practical
learning paving the way. There is prospect of excellent wind for sailing
south tomorrow so we opted to head ashore late this afternoon. In the
last of the day´s sunshine we played some games on the sandy shores and
fields fronting the bay. We are now under grey skies for the first time
this trip, it´s a welcome break though from the evening heat we have
had. Mug-up singing has been going exceptionally well, last night even
featured back-up singers and interpretive dance to all songs.