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11 August 2006

Colin - Radio Operator

Crew: Colin

From: United Kingdom
I first sailed with Greenpeace in 1999 from Manila, my returning now is like I have made it round the world after 7 years. Over the years I have visited many countries and witnessed some pretty terrible abuse of our environment. I often wonder what would the planet be like without 30+ years of Greenpeace.

My job on the ship is the Radio operator, it includes all the communications and
navigation equipment. I am the captain's helper for port entry and
departure and friend to all onboard I hope?

Why Greenpeace?
Greenpeace came to me really and I was glad for the opportunity and have
stayed with it. Greenpeace has changed a lot in the past 8 years.
Campaigns are more political these days and the terrorist bit has made
our job harder. Who are the terrorists I ask??

What are you doing when you are not on a Greenpeace-ship?
Living the quiet life in Tasmania with my family.

Is there anything special you hope for during this trip or that you
have planned for yourself, maybe to see a whale shark, to learn how to weld,
to learn dutch...
I hope that we all get home in one piece safe and sound. The seas can
be very unpredictable and can change your life in a heartbeat. Every day
is special not to be wasted.

   

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Ahoy !!!
Nice to have you onboard Colin.
OM always smooth seas 73/88

Posted by: Vangelis at August 18, 2006 2:54 PM

U should know by now u r not only Capts'helper. How's your 'divan' going? Still listening to people who may make your job slightly.. different? he hee heee You should charge for your words!! Only sometimes, hey kidding!! Pity not to be there!!

P.D. Collin, What would you do on a Talents Night Show-Enter now while there's still time?

Pity not to be there to help u with the F*** declaration before any arrival! Is still taking people so long?

Posted by: M at September 11, 2006 7:59 PM

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