Day 3- Refuge Cove to Hogan Island

Today was the real thing. Our first crossing and our first taste of Bass Strait proper. The forecast could hardly be better- light winds to our back and small swell that would almost assist us for most of the day.

We got on the water not long after 6am and caught a spectacular sunrise followed by an explosion of marine life around 15km offshore. There were birds galore and the odd playful seal. The highlight however were the albatross. Spectacular beasts soaring effortlessly and often swooping down low to check us out.

With such good conditions and high spirits we cruised along at around 7km/hr taking hourly breaks to take on fuel and compete in a game of "who can fill the bailer with the most and lightest yellow fluid". We recommend this as a great motivator for the kids to keep hydrated on hot days.

After 52km and 8hrs we pulled into the beach at Hogan Island taking G-man's advice to opt for the southern beach rather than the more frequented northern campsite at the site of the old hut that is apparently rat infested.

Thanks for following- Turners.