Lawrence Watchkeeping Blogg
1000knights
Wed 24 Nov 2010 07:39
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All the boys sleeping soundly, its 6.25am. Took
this watch over from James at 4.00am. Good man fixed me coffee as we handed
over. Third day out from Las Palmas, just passed a tanker within a quarter of a
mile ! First vessel seen all night. I do believe the 'See Me' radar
reflector/enhancer that Richard had fitted is doing its job well (just as
well).
Sea state is slight, we are running before the
wind, Genoa only, bearing 230 degrees true, moving slowly away from the African
coast, aiming to pass Verde islands to the north, before our right turn, on
course for St Lucia. This route promises better (trade) winds, as opposed to
following the Rhumb line course.
The sea to port is glowing silver with a full moon
above us. Behind us are some white horses and 17
knots of wind.We are tracking at circa 6 knots, as we glide safely downwind. Up
above and behind us is a sky full of clear stars, with a full view of the 'Big
Dipper'. We will be sending our position, course,speed and sea state details to
Chris Tibbs at 7.00am. Chris is our engaged weatherman and will send us back
weather forecasts for our area and suggest course to steer, waypoint to aim at
etc.
Should keep us out of any potentially bad weather,
will certainly help to mitgate.
Waiting now for sunrise. Hope to get a
photograph.Sail plan review in daylight. Looking forward to breakfast. Alls
well L.
PS: Using Sextant. Taking three sitings every
day since Monday. Early days ends.
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