We had a disappointing start to the day when we realised that yet again the sea was too rough to set sail. Shortly after breakfast we all went up on deck and practiced using winches and sheets to unfurl the Jib sail. We paid careful attention to the safety issues to avoid injury when we finally do set sail to Oban. Whilst doing so, one of the port team members managed to get their hoodie toggle caught in the winch, although humorous to begin with we soon realised the potential dangers that such carelessness could lead to. Fortunately Tim came to the rescue with a ready knife.
Whilst starboard prepared jacket potatoes, port took the opportunity to give the boat a thorough clean, which included the heads and galley. We refilled our rapidly diminishing water supply. After a quick break each watch reinforced their knowledge of the different knots required in sailing. We all practiced our figure of eights, bowlines, round turn two half hitches knots, coiling ropes and most importantly securing ropes on a variety of cleats. All of these are crucial when docking.
After an educational morning the eight of us decided to explore the surrounding town. We started of visiting the beach and then made our way to a locally sourced ice cream and coffee shop. This was well received by all. On returning back to the boat, five of us noticed the park and unleashed our inner child! After two days of restricted movement the open space was a welcome change.
Starboard served up a fiery bolognaise and once again we ended the night with board games and sing- a- longs to some classic tunes.
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