HMS Beagle Channel

Some serious coversation going on, and he listens dutyfully :-) .

And so we pulled away from this interesting 'love' rock

They really cling to the edge of this island. Must be the lee side and was thus sheltered from the wind.

Then the skipper took us to the last place en route, an island that had become home of natives 11 thousand years ago and which they occupied for seven more thousand years. If nothing else, the island provided some spectacular views.

Looking toward the exit into the South Atlantic of the HMS Beagle Channel

Looking westerly, toward the exit to the South Pacific, but first, as you can see from the map, there will be many islands. Still, an amazing navigational feat for the crew of the HMS Beagle.

The Cushion Plant. This one is over a thousand years old. It grows only a millimeter each year. It is typically found only at very high altitude.

I know, I know, gratuitous posing, but this time I could not resist. At least I don't do silly selfies. Haven't stooped that low yet.

What an incredible day. I could not have been more happy and, except for going to Antarctica, got what I wanted. There are other things to do in different seasons, but that's for another time

On the way home, the crew broke out some home-made coffee liquor that was widely appreciated.