A DAY AT SEA - BAY OF BISCAY:

 A DAY AT SEA - BAY OF BISCAY:

 

 

Last night as we set sail from the port of Ferrol, a local bagpipe band bid us farewell with a serenade for fair winds and calm seas. It was most enjoyable. 

The gentle pitching of the ship lulled us to a restful sleep. 

We are crossing the Bay of Biscay. 

The Bay of Biscay also known as the Gulf of Biscay or the Gulf of Gascony is a gulf of the northeast Atlantic Ocean located south of the Celtic Sea. It lies along the western coast of France from Point Penmarc'h to the Spanish border, and along the northern coast of Spain, extending westward to Cape Ortegal.



I was up early and decided to do a photo runabout the MS Fram to take photos to highlight many features of this ship. 

                                                                   Deck 8 Observation Area 

                                                                            SAUNAS

                                                                        Fitness Room 

                                                                               BBQ 

                                                                            Zodiacs

                                                                         Elevator Art 

                                                                                    Store 

                                  Many of the pieces of art work about the ship are steeped in history 

                                                                        Great Library 

                                                                         Hot Tubs

                                                                         Reception

                                                                     Science Center 

                                                                      Lecture Area 

                                                             Early Riser coffee bar 

Starting today's blog from the early riser coffee area. I have found myself starting to really enjoy tea. 

As today is a day at sea, the schedule is filled with lectures and presentations. These will cover a wildlife watch (maybe whales), Bird Migration, Marine Ecology of the Bay of Biscay, Cloud Observation, How to use Binoculars, at 15:30 FRESH WAFFLES!!!!, Intro to photography, and a workshop on HAPPY WHALE. 

The Migratory Bird presentation was very informative and well presented. I do enjoy learning on these expedition sailings. I shan’t bother you with all which was learned. Bird migration is an amazing bit of nature.  

At 1000 there is a crafty event where we can decorate our water bottles. This gives them some individuality. Always fun to individualize ones water bottle. FYI everyone on the ship receives one as an effort to reduce waste. Our past bottles were blue and this one is a 130th edition and is tan. 

 

There was a presentation on the Eco System of the Bay of Biscay. Very interesting to learn about the currents in this region.

Today was waffle day in the Explorer Lounge. These are always welcome,.  fresh out the the waffle iron with a choice of toppings. 

The Captain announced we would be altering course as there was a medical emergency and a helo would be meeting to evacuate a passenger. 

During this evacuation all outside decks were closed and soon a French Navy helicopter arrived. 



Then there was an intro to photography lecture. Always like going to these as I tend to learn a different approach to teaching the basics. 



Soon came dinner after which we  retired to the lecture area to await the briefing on tomorrow’s landing in Scilly. 

I also caught up on the blog while waiting for the briefing. 



Then off to bed we went.