A tale of two voyages to Greenland, one made recently to Scoresby Sound in a friend’s boat acquired for remarkably little money via a well-known internet trading site. This successful trip contrasts with an earlier pass at Greenland in Tom’s 1911 pilot cutter unassisted by anything in the way of electronics or modern comforts. The voyage followed the route of the Vikings’ westward push to Cape Farewell a millennium ago, based on saga evidence and some archaeological conclusions. The illustrated lecture combines all three expeditions – 985, 1983 and 2014 - in one rollicking tale.
Following the lecture, prizes will be presented to the winners of the 2017 Log Competition.
Date: Wednesday 28 March. Talks start promptly at 1900 hrs.
Place: CA House
Booking: Tickets at £18 include a buffet supper and must be booked in advance. Book here.