At Sea
After a few days of testing weather upon leaving the tempestuous waters of Antarctica, the winds dropped and the sun made a welcome appearance. There was a relaxed atmosphere amongst guests and crew compared with the hustle and bustle of a landing. We are all many miles from late morning brunches in our favourite café, dog-walking on the beach or visiting the carwash, however today still had a very ‘Sunday’ feel about it.
Due to popular demand, another digital camera workshop was held after breakfast, hosted by former Director of Photography for National Geographic, Kent Kobertsteen, and our Ship’s Doctor, Jack Putnam. The photographs taken by our guests have been of a high standard. With the pleasant weather, a range of cameras from point-and-shoots to long lenses to video cameras were seen on the aft deck as pictures were snapped of the ubiquitous following birds.
Our enthusiastic birding staff, Magnus Forsberg and John Kernan spent most of the day giving valuable insight into these feathered ocean wanderers. Albatross, petrels and shearwaters glided with ease above the azure sea, providing such closeup views from the aft sundeck that our open bridge was practically devoid of guests all day!
Todd Breyfogle from the Aspen Institute hosted further readings and stimulating discussions focusing upon humankind’s interaction with the natural world, while our brains were kicked into gear with an “Antarctic Geo Bee.” Staff quizmaster Jen Labrecque kept all contestants in line and shared out prizes from the onboard Global Gallery during this fun event. Video Chronicler Kevin Knutson entertained all with a preview of the film he is producing from this voyage, with many guests signing up to take home this special memento.
Just before dinner, Expedition Leader Tom Ritchie gave an insight into what can be expected from our forthcoming visit to Tristan da Cuhna. All onboard are looking forward to seeing this unique place; its wildlife, its culture and its people.
After a few days of testing weather upon leaving the tempestuous waters of Antarctica, the winds dropped and the sun made a welcome appearance. There was a relaxed atmosphere amongst guests and crew compared with the hustle and bustle of a landing. We are all many miles from late morning brunches in our favourite café, dog-walking on the beach or visiting the carwash, however today still had a very ‘Sunday’ feel about it.
Due to popular demand, another digital camera workshop was held after breakfast, hosted by former Director of Photography for National Geographic, Kent Kobertsteen, and our Ship’s Doctor, Jack Putnam. The photographs taken by our guests have been of a high standard. With the pleasant weather, a range of cameras from point-and-shoots to long lenses to video cameras were seen on the aft deck as pictures were snapped of the ubiquitous following birds.
Our enthusiastic birding staff, Magnus Forsberg and John Kernan spent most of the day giving valuable insight into these feathered ocean wanderers. Albatross, petrels and shearwaters glided with ease above the azure sea, providing such closeup views from the aft sundeck that our open bridge was practically devoid of guests all day!
Todd Breyfogle from the Aspen Institute hosted further readings and stimulating discussions focusing upon humankind’s interaction with the natural world, while our brains were kicked into gear with an “Antarctic Geo Bee.” Staff quizmaster Jen Labrecque kept all contestants in line and shared out prizes from the onboard Global Gallery during this fun event. Video Chronicler Kevin Knutson entertained all with a preview of the film he is producing from this voyage, with many guests signing up to take home this special memento.
Just before dinner, Expedition Leader Tom Ritchie gave an insight into what can be expected from our forthcoming visit to Tristan da Cuhna. All onboard are looking forward to seeing this unique place; its wildlife, its culture and its people.
