• Going North

    January 4, 2024, North Pacific Ocean ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C

    We are paralling the Mexican coast with a bit of a north wind but smooth waters. I had another go at bridge-- learning a bit about bidding--but I think it will be more fun to stay a beginner forever. Our on board naturalist, Geoffrey Carpentier, discussed Citizen Science. Turns out he is one of the"movers and shakers" for eBird.
    There was more about how Cortez conquered the Aztecs in Mexico. Interesting fact: In later disputes between the Aztecs and Europeans he often sided with the Aztecs. And I wrapped up the evening with a presentation on Columbian art.
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