| Greg
O'Byrne - Second Mate |
Time spent at sea:
7 years
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State/Country of residence when not at sea:
Fremantle, Australia. |
Ships sailed on:
STS
Leeuwin II and STV One & All. |
How did you first get involved with the Duyfken
project?
Watching her being built not five minutes from my home in Fremantle
gave me the inspiration to want to sail on her. I've got Peter Manthorpe
to thank for that! |
Why are you embarking on the Duyfken Voyagie?
Learning
the amazing history on the trip through Indonesia in 2000 has kindled
a want to explore the history of the old VOC route worldwide. No
better way to explore than on Duyfken. |
How do you cope with life aboard a small ship
such as Duyfken?
I have some
great memories of having my hammock strung high up on the poop for
weeks. Sometimes I like the primitive/adventure aspects of Duyfken
more then being land based. |
What is the most unusual item in your sea chest?
Two Fiddy
the Penguin (veteran tall ship mascot), a nutmeg!! (not so unusual
for me), SPACE!! (very unusual). |
How will you cope with the primitive conditions
aboard?
Love it! People
out there don't realize just how good an simple life it. Try it
some time!! |
What do you find is the most difficult aspect
of sailing aboard Duyfken?
Most definitely
dealing and living with others. You sacrifice a lot when 16 people
are all sleeping in one area together. |
What do you think will be the highlight of the
voyage?
Probably the
arrival in Texel. But you can't beat a moonlit ship on a moonlit
ocean, following breeze and a warm meal. |
