February 14, 2006
The View from the Wheelhouse
Day 4- Island Exploration
Through the eyes of our Second Mate aboard the Spirit of Endeavour
After a pleasant morning of wildlife viewing just north of Loreto, the guests sat down to an informal lunch. The Captain negotiated the small islands to find the perfect anchorage just off a perfect white sandy beach. The water was a beautiful aquamarine near shore and transitioned to a deep sea blue as the water deepened.
We saw meandering porpoise just off the bow as the ship settled into its anchorage. Seabirds such as terns and pelicans soared along the coastline with a poetic grace that soaked the soul.
With light winds blowing, and the sun shining so wonderfully, the ship’s launches shuttled the guests to the beach. It didn't take long to see kayakers exploring the volcanic shoreline that book ended the stretch of beach we laid claim to. Hikers were working their way through the arroyo and amongst the cactus to check out the flora. Snorkelers were being guided to the undersea world of hundreds of species of small fish. And, of course, their were those that saw the value in just taking in the sun in a lounge chair and forgetting their worries as the warmth of the sunshine blanketed them with peace.
This is how we spent Tuesday. It was a good day.
Posted by Kristian on February 14, 2006
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