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Location: Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia
Author: Leah Shopneck
Dear Spring 2013 Crew of S/Y Argo, It has been a pleasure sailing with you these past 90 days. You stepped on board this boat curious to see what would come of this adventure, now three months later you get off Argo today as a family that can easily sit around and laugh at each others bad jokes, support each other in the difficult moments, and even sit quietly next to each other and be at peace with the silence. I wish all of you the best of luck in the future as you continue to create adventures for yourself and explore all that the world has to offer. Remember that every single one of you can do anything that you set your mind to, so keep in touch Argonauts. Argo Spring 2013 Crew: Ashley, Emily, Brittany, Jen, Katie, Ford, Patino, Brennan, Christian, Derek, Will, JAC, Lizzy, Dave, Nathan, Connor, Anna, Sophie, Lawre and Hannah Fair winds and safe sailing, Leah

Location: Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia
Author: Hannah Mangel
Where do you even begin writing the final blog? How do you find the words to make a short paragraph and sum up this amazing experience? Well, to be perfectly honest, you cant. You could write a novel and it still wouldnt do a justice in describing what this journey has been for the 26 people on board Argo. But Ill do my best This trip started out with many firsts. The first time we stepped foot on Argo, the first time we were underway, the first time we raised the sails, the first time the head was clogged, the first time we went bilge diving, the first time we really felt like a team. As the trip progressed we became a family, we learned to live in a small space with a large number of people. We learned to appreciate great conversations and beautiful sunsets. We learned how to be busy, and cram a weeks worth of activity in one day but we also learned how to do nothing, how to just be content in each others company during our 17-day passage halfway across the Pacific Ocean. Throughout this trip we covered 6804 nautical miles making 14 stops along the way. However as the trip came to a close the trip started to be about the lasts. The last swim, the last sail raise, the last passage, the last squeeze question, and the last night together as a boat [At this moment, Emily begins crying and hands the blog off to Ford to finish it]. The shipmates want to thank the Argo staff- Sam, Kris, Leah, Faloon, Britt, and Maeve- for making this experience so unforgettable.

Location: Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia
Author: David Patino
Today we had a free day, which allowed us to relax and explore the island of Tahiti. Some sat back and did laundry, relaxing on Argo and indulging in a good book. Others traveled to downtown Papeete, the shopping central of Tahiti, and visited the local market. After having lunch and exploring, we took the bus back to Argo, which drove past the airport. For me it was reminder of how little time we have left and how important it is to take advantage of every last moment. After dinner we all met in the saloon to watch a presentation, which recapped all our travels over the course of our semester. Looking back on our past selves made all of us laugh, and some of us cry. After watching the wonderful video created by Ms. Katie Leake, we all sat down to write our notecards to each other, staying up till the wee hours of the morning in order to complete them. Argo, it has been an amazing 87days for me. Im so grateful for the experiences you have given me, and all which you have taught me. Thank you for getting me to my destination safely, on the most enjoyable journey I have ever taken. For the last time, This is skipper Patino signing out. Farewell, I wish that all your voyages be just as amazing as SOM 13.

Location: Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia
Author: Kristine Faloon
Its been a lovely day on Argo, as the crew tries to squeeze every last bit of fun they can out the few days they have left onboard. We woke up to a delicious English breakfast to the tantalizing smell of bacon wafting through the air. After a quick passage prep we bid adieu to Moorea and braved the treacherous 12 miles across to Papeete., Tahiti, our last port of call. As we entered the channel to the marina, we got a sweet view of some surfers, kayakers and paddle boarders riding the breaking waves. We secured our spot at the marina and broke out the passerrail for the first time on the trip (its basically a long ramp that leads from the stern of the boat to the dock). Civilization! After putting the boat away, a quick deck wash and connecting ourselves to shore power and water- the crew wandered ashore, found a McDonalds and spoiled their dinners. Not to worry theres always room for birthday cake- Happy Birthday Maeve!!! : )

Location: Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia
Author: Kristine Faloon
Its been a lovely day on Argo, as the crew tries to squeeze every last bit of fun they can out the few days they have left onboard. We woke up to a delicious English breakfast to the tantalizing smell of bacon wafting through the air. After a quick passage prep we bid adieu to Moorea and braved the treacherous 12 miles across to Papeete., Tahiti, our last port of call. As we entered the channel to the marina, we got a sweet view of some surfers, kayakers and paddle boarders riding the breaking waves. We secured our spot at the marina and broke out the passerrail for the first time on the trip (its basically a long ramp that leads from the stern of the boat to the dock). Civilization! After putting the boat away, a quick deck wash and connecting ourselves to shore power and water- the crew wandered ashore, found a McDonalds and spoiled their dinners. Not to worry theres always room for birthday cake- Happy Birthday Maeve!!! : )