2012 Trip 1 - Pacific Grace

Rain drummed the deck this morning as tendrils of mist wove between the evergreens that blanket the steep hills of the sound. Starboard watch weighed anchor and we headed further into Desolation Sound. We anchored this afternoon in Teakerne Arm with its powerfully cascading waterfall astern. We headed ashore and enjoyed a refreshing dip in the waters of Cassel Lake, everyone plunging in and several people completing their intermediate swim tests. The free hours of the day have been filled with most people working on various craft projects, the results of which are often destined for people's secret friends. The Swift has rafted alongside and we will spend a friendly evening playing games and singing together accompanied by the rush of the falls.